Liston Level 1 Music
L1MUS Course Description Recommended Prior LearningYear 10 Music
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• Ability to play an instrument to performance level: 1-2 years of lessons
• Theoretical Knowledge - Grade 2 ABRSM or equivalent
To be able to participate in this course, students must have competent skills in performance, theory, composition and be able to play an instrument at a good standard.
The components of music studied in Years 9 and 10 continue to be developed in Level 1 Music. You will continue to focus on performance skills, composition skills and music theory. This course is flexible with the ability to choose which pieces you would like to do for performances as well as how you would like to compose your own music – e.g. through traditional notation methods, using a DAW such as GarageBand or songwriting with lyrics and chords. Students can create their own songs in groups or as an individual which can count towards both the composition and performance standards.
Composition: Students compose two original pieces of music
Performance: Students prepare and perform two solo pieces and a single group piece. Students can use their compositions for performances
Theory: Students will work weekly on their understanding of music theory and analysing scores. This is an external exam.
Learning Areas:
Assessment Information
The music program for year 11 in 2024 will be almost identical to the previous NCEA Level 1 standards, with just a minor adjustment in credit weighting. This decision to maintain consistency in the assessments is aimed at effectively preparing students for the Level 2 NCEA Music assessments in 2025.
Assessments are as follows:
Music 1.1 - Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist - 5 credits (internal)
Music 1.2 - Demonstrate ensemble skills through performing a piece of music as a member of a group - 4 credits (internal)
Music 1.3 - Compose two original pieces of music - 5 credits (internal)
Music 1.5 - Demonstrate knowledge of conventions used in music scores - 6 credits (external)
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Contributions and Equipment/StationeryStudents must have their own or hire a musical instrument in which they are to specialise