The Musical World
Elective Unit
Unit Description
Musical World students:
- develop confidence with music theory;
- listen to a range of great songs;
- explore the question ’what makes a song work?’;
- develop skills in using rhythm, writing chord sequences and creating melodies
- they create some effective original music
Whether a near beginner or a more confident, accomplished musician, our flexible approach builds on the interests and expertise of all students.
Some work is completed on laptops, some using Mac workstations (GarageBand and Sibelius), and some using the student's own instrument or a keyboard.
Please note: Students are required to choose at least one Elective unit from Drama or Music in either Year 8 or Year 9.
Assessment
Some assessment is made in class time through listening and theory tests and set exercises. More extended tasks involve creating original music.
