12 Music
Course Description
Students will continue to develop their skills in using the school recording studio, in conjunction with developing songwriting, solo and group performance skills. Students will also contribute to the organising and running of one of our successful concerts. This course continues from the Level 1 performance music course with the focus on developing students’ skills in recording, songwriting and music performance.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Stationery costs only.
Pathway
Career pathways in music include roles such as:
Performer (singer, instrumentalist), composer, music producer, sound engineer, music teacher, conductor, music therapist, arranger, and music director.
Additional opportunities are available in:
Music journalism, music licensing, event management, music marketing, artist management, and roles within the recording industry, such as A&R (Artists and Repertoire) and music publishing.
Assessment Information
US27705 v5 is optional.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Describe and carry out tasks and responsibilities in a production role in an entertainment and event context
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Apply knowledge of a music notation application
NZQA Info
Making Music 2.1 - Perform two substantial pieces of music as a featured soloist
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Making Music 2.4 - Compose two substantial pieces of music
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Making Music 2.3 - Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing a substantial piece of music as a member of a group
Pathway Possibilities
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, Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor,