Level 2 Contemporary Music
12MUC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge:
Entry CriteriaThis course is open entry for all students.
Level 2 Contemporary Music is an open entry course. In most cases students will have completed either the 11MUS or 11MUC courses, however students with significant musical experience outside of school may apply for this course. Entry is at the discretion of the Course Leader, Miss Barker.
Level 2 Contemporary Music
Students who take this course will practise and further develop their skills in both solo and group performance. They will be required to perform substantial contemporary music in front of their peers and will be encouraged to perform externally (e.g. at RockQuest). They will write, perform and record their own music. Students will also learn to understand and operate key elements of music technology – in particular, music notation programs and sequencing software. They will continue to build on the aural skills they gained from Level 1 and sit an external standard which requires them to transcribe aspects of music aurally.
Students are expected to be having lessons on their chosen instrument/voice and be able to perform at a standard that is reflective of around 4 years of lessons.
Learning Areas:
Music, Year 12 Visual and Performing Arts
Pathway
An education in contemporary music can lead to many career pathways, making use of these skills either centrally or laterally. Consider careers in performance, audio technician, music studio production, live-sound production, songwriting, music editor, music/entertainment journalism, media liaison, communications, music education, tutor, etc.
Equipment/Stationery and Course CostsThis course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop.