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 SECTION 2: LISTENING AND APPRAISING

GENERAL OBJECTIVES

On completion of the Section, students should:

1. develop an appreciation for the elements of music for listening and appraising;

2. develop the knowledge and skills required to engage in music as an educative activity, valuing
the process as much as the end product;

3. acquire direct experience of music through listening and appraising;

4. develop knowledge and understanding of the socio-cultural context of different types of music;

5. develop an appreciation for the use of technology to explore musical genres,

6. develop an appreciation for the variety and quality of sound produced from available
technologies;

7. develop interpersonal, critical thinking, problem-solving and research skills by engaging in
musical activities; and,

8. develop an understanding of the careers that utilise listening and appraising skills.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

Students should be able to:

1. describe the ways in which musical elements are used to create music of different genres;

2. describe the ways in which musical elements are used to create music of different styles;

3. evaluate music perceived;

4. evaluate the use of musical elements across genres;

5. evaluate the use of musical elements across styles;

6. describe ways in which expressive elements are used in performance;

7. describe ways in which timbral effects are used in performance;

8. appraise musical composition and performance practice in social and historical contexts;

9. analyse and interpret a score to enhance the ability to listen and appraise; and,

10. discuss the value of listening and appraising skills in select careers.

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