Whangaparaoa College Whangaparaoa College

Year 8 Music

8MUSP
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs A. Greyvenstein.

Recommended Prior Learning

There are no pre-requisites for Year 8 Music. 

However, it is highly recommended that learners have some previous musical experience on an instrument or / voice , or being a part of a music group such as choir or band.

Music learners are also highly encouraged to participate in the school’s extra-curricular music programme.


 

Course Objectives 

  • During the course, learners work on developing their performance skills, individually and within groups. 
  • Year 8 music students learn basic skills on instruments and will sing as a class.
  • They will learn basic music notation and music theory through singing and other practical activities.
  • It is highly recommended that Year 8 students learn an instrument/voice privately or through itinerant music lessons to develop their performance skills further. 
  • There is a focus on music technology using a variety of music software  where students can compose music or arrange/sequence their musical ideas.



Learning Areas:

The Arts


Pathway

Year 9 Music (Core)

Career Pathways

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



			
					
					Course Contribution and Equipment (this value is only indicative)
										
$20 Class resources