Music

Compulsory studies  in the  development of musicianship skills in conjunction with Instrumental and Ensemble Music are undertaken by students studying this topic. Instruction covers –

• Music History
• Composing in different genres
• Different structures of music
• Development of aural skills

Further study covers -

• Basic skills in guitar or keyboard
• Solo and ensemble performances are pursued
• Creativity and self expression is an integral component of the course

The Upper School Music Course focuses on student achievement in four outcomes related to listening, creating, producing, performing and analysing a range of music. These outcomes area synthesis of –

• Arts Ideas
• Arts Skills and Processes
• Arts Responses
• Arts in Society

Courses offered include –

• Unit 1 AMUS
• Unit 1 BMUS
• 2AMUS
• 2BMUS
• 3AMUS
• 2BMUS

The range of studies available caters for students who wish to pursue studies in music at the tertiary level, students who intend to continue study in the vocational area, students wishing to proceed directly to the workplace and students wishing to develop skills for their own enjoyment.