MUSIC DEPARTMENT

 

Mount Lourdes Music Department provides many in-school and extra-curricular activities which enhance student life for all pupils.There are at present several Choirs -Senior and Junior, both of which rehearse on Tuesdays after school, and a Senior Chamber Choir.We have numerous instrumental ensembles including a String Orchestra, Wind Band, Brass Band, Ceili Band and several Grupa Ceoils.These groups perform regularly throughout the school year both internally and at public functions. A musical is staged every few years combining skills in both music and drama.All students are encouraged to sign up for participation in these Music-making activities.

 

Introduction to GCSE

Music deals with the communication of ideas and feelings through sound.  It develops the creative, aesthetic, intellectual and social awareness of each pupil.

 

Content

This syllabus includes the three main activities of Listening, Performing and Composing, which are integrated during the course.  It provides a worthwhile course of study in its own right and will also create a suitable foundation for continued study of music at a more advanced level.

 

Scheme of Assessment

 

Composing and Appraising (Coursework) 30%

Performing and Appraising (As a soloist and as part of an ensemble) 35%

Listening and Appraising (Written Paper) 35%

 

Career Awareness

Useful for:

• Music Teaching

• Primary Teacher Training

• Music Therapy

• Performance Dance

• P.E Teaching

• Recording Industry

• Broadcasting

• Arts Management

• Music Technology

• Retailing and Marketing

 

Essential for:

All degree courses in Music, Music Therapy and Music Technology.

 

Pupils should have:

• A satisfactory level of keyboard competence.

• A high level of competence of a performance instrument of their choice.

• A commitment to all musical activities related to school life.