Level 1 Music

This course is composed of internal and external Music Achievement Standards. Students will pursue performance, song writing, composition, theory and aural skills.
The entry criteria are based on a student’s Year 10 Music results and teacher recommendations. To have received formal tuition for a full year is an advantage. Formal tuition on a chosen instrument is a requirement and must continue throughout the year.
End of course assessment criteria:
•Performance is assessed at three year’s formal tuition.
•Music writing is assessed at two years in classroom Music (Year 10 and 11).
Year 11 Music pathway:
•Provides opportunity for developing music skills including performance and writing
•Is the foundation of music education through the NCEA journey,
•Provides a deeper understanding and appreciation of music for life beyond school and into the community, and
•Prepares students for prerequisites into further and tertiary education.