Year 9 Music (Core)
9MUSP Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms S. Shone.
Recommended Prior LearningIt is highly recommended that Year 9 music students have some previous musical experience on an instrument /voice or in a musical group.
Students have access to Music Lessons on a range of instruments through either itinerant or private teachers.
Students are encouraged to get involved in extra curricular music groups .
Year 9 Music is a half year course which covers a large range of musical skills - this is both a practical and theory based course, where learners will get to play some instruments but not every lesson. Composition and theory skills will also be taught alongside performance.
This course follows on to Year 10 Music and introduces students to performance, composition, music theory and explores musical styles and their historical and cultural contexts.
Course Objectives:
To be able to perform a piece of music as a soloist or in a small group or duet .
To have an understanding of ABRSM Royal Schools Grade 1 Music theory .
To explore musical ideas through music composition work or song writing.
To have an understanding of music in context, through investigating a range of music styles, and music contexts.
Learning Areas:
Pathway 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)$30.00 to cover the cost of a Year 9 workbook, access to a range of class instruments and music software etc..