Music studies in Year 10 will extend the joy of music and consolidate students' musical skills by employing their voices, instruments and technology to create and respond to music independently and in small groups. Students will perform and reflect upon music with their teachers and within an ensemble. The academic two-week cycle is divided into four periods of musicianship in the classroom and three periods of practical ensemble lessons. They will further develop and explore the elements and genres of music through listening, composing and performing, whilst developing a personal voice as a composer, performer and audience member.
Year 10 is compatible with entry into the College's Year 11 VCE VET Music, VCE Music programs.
Music students will explore and extend the following skills:
Students aim to develop excellence in instrumental performance with particular emphasis on tone, technique, and music reading.
Students have the opportunity to develop the enjoyment of playing music in groups, as well as developing skills in tone, technique, balance and intonation. Music reading, and interpretation of the repertoire with accuracy in the areas of pitch, rhythm, dynamics, phrasing and overall structure are important components of the course. Ensembles are formed according to enrolment, and rehearse in timetabled classes.
Students develop general musicianship by establishing links between the theoretical elements and structures of music and the aural perception of musical sounds, using both workbooks and specialised computer software.
Creative organisation projects provide opportunities to engage in composition and arranging, utilising the skills and technology developed in the musicianship classes.
All students undertaking music as an elective are required to or be willing to commence instrumental music lessons, or have already commenced instrumental lessons either at the College or externally.
Progressive assessment is based on the use of knowledge and skills in task completion, formal tests and performances, and on teachers’ reports.