Music as a subject in Grades 10-12 provides
students with a thorough theoretical background to music as
well as a general overview of different musical styles. The
course offers an excellent opportunity to develop artistic and
creative skills as part of the academic curriculum. Included
in this curriculum is extensive exposure to
music
technology and relevant computer software, as well as the
workings of the music industry (the latter is a new component
which is part of the FET syllabus). A large portion of the course
is practical, which includes both solo and ensemble work (with
the FET syllabus there is more attention given to ensemble work).
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Piano Tuition |
Theory Lessons |
Clarinet Tuition |
Aural Lessons |
It is expected for subject pupils to be a member
of the choir and/or an
ensemble, as the music department feels this is core to
the pupils’ overall musical development. Lessons on a
boy’s first musical instrument are free for pupils taking
Subject Music in Grades 10-12 and 50% discounted in Grades 8
and 9. It is important to note that learners must have their
own laptop since we use software in support of home practice
routines and exercises.
We offer two streams of subject Music: Boys
taking the advanced stream (based on pre-2006 requirements)
are required to have passed Grade 4 practical and Grade 5 theory
by the end of their Grade 9 year, with the aim of reaching Grade
7 (or above) practical level by Matric. However, in line with
FET, we also offer a second stream for pupils who have passed
Grade 2 practical and Grade 3 theory level by the end of their
Grade 9 year, with the aim of reaching Grade 5 practical level
by Matric.
Arts and Culture
All pupils in Grades 8 and 9 experience music
through the Arts and Culture learning area (of which Music is
one of the components, the others being Drama and Art). This
programme aims to give pupils a very wide exposure to music
in general, including many different styles of music, music
technology, and exposing pupils to different career options
in the music field.