NOTE: This is a 1 semester course and therefore fills the requirements to take 2 Arts subjects.
Open to students who have already had some experience playing an instrument by either private tutelage or from a family member or as part of a school or church group. You must apply using the Advanced Music Course Application form and explain your experience on this instrument in detail. You will be selected on your merits and experience so please be detailed. You do not have to be able to read music notation to take this course. It is expected that you have access to your chosen instrument at home so you can practice.
MAIN AREAS OF STUDY
Practical: Solo and group performances on your selected instrument with the opportunity to perform in assemblies or other school events as well as becoming a member of a school music group with the opportunity to compete in competitions and perform in the community.
Theory: Music reading skills in preparation for Year 10 Advanced Music and NCEA examinations
Aural: Listening to music of different styles and analysing the elements in preparation for Year 10 Advanced Music and NCEA.
Music in Context: Examination of 20th Century popular music styles with a focus on NZ music.
Composition: Composing in groups for percussion instruments, and individual computer-based compositions.
Music Technology: Understanding of music notation software and Digital Audio Workstations and basic sequencing and recording techniques
