Music
The Music Program at Mount Lawley Senior High School nurtures the musical development of students through the areas of class music, instrumental music and ensemble participation.
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Year 7 Music is an introductory program designed to expose students to the elements of music whilst developing their understanding of the theoretical aspects required for year 8. The students receive two class lessons per week. All students who receive instrumental lessons in primary school through the SIM program (School of Instrumental Music) will continue to receive a weekly lesson.
Year 8 Music is a full year course, which focuses on building the foundational concepts of music in areas such as aural training, theory, composition and performance. The students receive two class lessons per week. All students who receive instrumental lessons in primary school through the SIM program (School of Instrumental Music) will continue to receive a weekly lesson.
Year 9 Music consolidates the knowledge, skills and understanding of the program material offered in year 8, with a greater focus on analysis and performance. Students are provided with further opportunities to develop their performance and composition skills through general class work and ensemble participation.
Year 10 Music is designed to prepare students for either stage 1, 2 and 3 courses. The program is designed to focus on the necessary theoretical aspects required for stage 2 Music, in either Jazz or Western Art genres, with an emphasis on aural and instrumental development. At the completion of the course students should be sufficiently prepared for the course requirements of all courses offered.
Music Year 11 & 12
- General Music in Years 11 and 12 which have a Contemporary Music focus (not for University entrance).
- ATAR units in Years 11 and 12 with either a Jazz or Western Art Music (Classical Music) focus (recommended for University entrance).
- PIMS course in Years 11 and 12 with a Jazz, Western Art Music or Contemporary focus (not for University entrance).
Further reading Year 11 & 12 Music information from SCSA