10MUS3

Practical Music: Learning instrumental skills YR10

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. Fauvel.

Learn what it takes to be a musician! Students will continue to develop and refine practical instrumental skills that they began learning in Practical Music 101 on one of the following instruments: 

  • voice
  • guitar
  • keyboard
  • drums 
  • bass guitar

Students willl continue to develop and refine their music literacy knowledge and instrumental techniques required to play with accuracy, confidence and the appropriate musical style. Students will listen to and analyse New Zelaand Music and create and play musical compositions with increased sophistication. Students will also add to their understanding of how best to practice in a group and perform in a band with increased confidence. 


Music develops confidence, creativvity and communicaton as students learn how to present themselves confidently in performance and commicate and problem solve in small groups.


SKILLS

  • Develop and refine instrumental skills and techniques
  • develop musical ensemble skills 
  • Refine performance skills and techniques
  • Analyse and reflect on Music styles from New Zelaand and around the world 
  • Use music elements and conventions in more sophisticated and innovative to create original music


Recommended Prior Learning

All levels of music and instrumental experience are welcome. It will be an advantage, but is not necessary to have taken Practical Music 101 in Year 9. If you are taking music lessons through a private tutor, or have had music instrumental lessons through school, this course is a great opportunity to develop your skills and learn to play music with others.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Device is strongly recommended for video tutorials. Manuscript book, pencil and pen.

Pathway

Career Pathways

Assessment Information

Students will be assessment on the progress of their instrumental skills mid way through the semester. There will be a final ensemble (band) based assessment at the end of the semester.

Disclaimer

COURSE COSTS AND STANDARDS MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE