12MUT

Level 2 - Music Technology

Course Description

This course aims to further develop an appreciation and understanding of music in view of industry practice in a contemporary format.

The Level 2 music technology course is designed to further develop an understanding and the skills required to use technologies associated with music. Students will have the opportunity to learn how to provide sound enhancement for a performance context as well as develop their performance skills. Students will also explore in-depth how technology is used to create music with an emphasis on both songwriting and digital music-making mediums. Students will also develop their aural abilities, allowing them to train their ears and further develop their overall musicianship. There is also an emphasis on developing collaborative skills through working in bands towards live performances and recording contexts. 

Students who have successfully completed this course will:

  • Develop performance skills in a group context and understand the function and role of each member in the group
  • Build an understanding of how technology can be used to capture, manipulate and produce music in a hi-fidelity format
  • Create their own music using technology through the recording of live instruments and sequencing of virtual instruments
  • Demonstrate how planning and structuring of tasks can enhance outcomes of this process

Pre-requisites

Students intending to enrol in this course should have completed the Year 11 music course, or should have attained the equivalent of Grade Four in instrumental performance (this includes voice).

Students should show a high level of commitment to the music and performing arts activities offered at St Peter’s. All students must be receiving tuition in their chosen performance instrument (this includes voice).

Other students may gain entry to the course at the discretion of the Head of Faculty: performing arts.

Course Specific Costs

$45 per half hour lesson - Individual instrument lessons are available at the school to support student development on their chosen instrument.
$175 annual fee - co-curricular music groups which allows involvement in all musical groups as part of our performing arts program.

Pathway

This course provides a pathway for students to move toward performance, composition, music technology, and sound reinforcement industries. The music pathway also provides relevant lifelong skills for students that complement any profession or career that they undertake.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 29
Internal Assessed Credits: 29
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 27703 v7
NZQA Info

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of sound design for an entertainment and event context


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 32302 v1
NZQA Info

Apply knowledge of MIDI sequencing


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 32303 v1
NZQA Info

Apply knowledge of a music notation application


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91270 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.1 - Perform two substantial pieces of music as a featured soloist


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91271 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.4 - Compose two substantial pieces of music


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91272 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.3 - Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing a substantial piece of music as a member of a group


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91274 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.2 - Perform a substantial piece of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 29
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Specific course content may change from what has been advertised in order to remain current and meet students' needs. 

The school has the right to make the best decision based on both staffing, and overall student interest, when preparing the final timetable.