St John’s College (Hillcrest) St John’s College (Hillcrest)

Level 3 Music

13MUS
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs D. McHugh.

Recommended Prior Learning

Level 2 Music or similar, or four years formal tuition on an instrument that is on going. If a student is interested in taking Year 13 Music and has not done Music previously then they may possibly be approved after a discussion with the TiC Music.


This course is composed of internal Music Achievement Standards. There are 18 core credits in research, music theory and either composition and/or performance. An additional 24 credits can be gained in group performance, second instrument performance and song writting.
The entry criteria are based on a student’s Year 12 Music results and teacher recommendations. Four years formal tuition on an instrument places students well to start Music at Year 13. Formal tuition on a chosen instrument is required throughout the year.
End of course assessment criteria:
•Performance is assessed at four years formal tuition.
•Music writing is assessed at four years in classroom Music (Years 10 to 13).
Year 13 Music pathway:
•Provides opportunity for developing music skills including performance and music writing,
•Is a significant phase 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.


Course Overview

Term 1
Research a music topic
Begin preparing songs/pieces for performances

Term 2
Present a programme of music as a featured soloist
Perform two pieces as a member of a group

Term 3
Present a second programme of music as a featured soloist
Optional - perform a programme of music on a second instrument

Term 4
Performance techniques and development

Faculties:

Music


Assessment Information

Some standards are optional.

Career Pathways

Television Presenter, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Dancer, Entertainer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Musician, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor