• Length of Study: Semester 2
• Number of SACE Credits: 10
  
• Pre-Requisite Information: Highly Desirable Knowledge: Stage 1 Music A; students should study a full year of music if continuing to Stage 2 Music
  

Subject Overview

In Music B students continue to develop their knowledge and understanding of music and relevant techniques to become more confident and competent performers. Students focus on developing their practical technique on their chosen instrument(s) and develop solo and ensemble performance skills across a variety of genres. Students further extend their theory knowledge and aural skills through creating works using music technology programs, analysis of works and a concert review. Students use music technology to record themselves and others, developing skills in recording, mixing and mastering techniques. Students will also reflect on their own creative works and those of others. Students undertake study in Stage 1 Music B through the following topics:

• Creative Works - Performance
• Creative Works - Creating with Music Technology
• Musical Literacy - Performance Portfolio
• Musical Literacy - Concert Review

Assessment

Stage 1 assessment is comprised of 100% school-based assessment. Students demonstrate evidence of their learning through the following assessment types:

• Assessment Type 1: Creative Works (60%)
• Assessment Type 2: Musical Literacy (40%)

Examination:

• This subject does not have an examination at the end of the semester