Year: 11 (Stage 1) – Elective
Length: Semester (10 SACE Credits)
Contact Person: Trudy Hart
Prerequisite: Completion of Year 10 Music and ability to competently play an instrument.
Content: The course is designed to develop the student’s practical, theoretical, and analytical skills preparing candidates for successful completion of SACE Stage 2 Music studies. Participation in an ensemble is essential, as is the willingness to perform solo. Regular practice on their chosen instrument is essential to succeed in this subject.
Delivery: Music Experience can be either a single semester or a full year, keeping in mind a full year is preferable and highly recommended if students intend to study SACE Stage 2 Music.
Students WILL BE REQUIRED to engage in private or DE Instrumental Music Program lessons in conjunction with this course on an instrument of their choice and attend and perform in public performances as part of their practical assessment.
Assessment: Students present solo works on their chosen instrument, displaying a range of techniques, genres, and theoretical understanding of the elements of music. Students will also present work as part of an ensemble within the class, where they will be assessed on their collaborative musical skills, leadership, and participation.
Students are assessed using the SACE Performance Standards, demonstrating evidence of their learning through the following assessment types:
- Assessment Type 1: Solo Performance 1
- Assessment Type 2: Solo Performance 2
- Assessment Type 3: Ensemble Performance
- Assessment Type 4: Musical Literacy
Additional Charges: A consumables / excursion fee may apply to this subject in addition to the Clare High School Materials and Service Charges.