10SOM1 - School of Music

This course is designed for those who are motivated to build skills in music creation and performance.  It will include developing skills on their chosen instrument as well as composing simple pieces of music and responding to music from a variety of styles.

Tasks might include:

• Performance as s soloist
• Performance as a member of a group
• Composition using music notation software
• Songwriting using Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) such as Garage Band and Band Lab
• Analysis of music from a range of genres inclusing music of the tangata whenua.

This module is the ideal option for those interested in developing the core skills learned in Year 9.  The purpose of this course is foster a love of music and to prepare for NCEA Music in Year 11.