Music has a universal place in every culture across the globe and throughout history. Studying music now provides the basis for a life time of further participation which contributes to the musical culture of the future.
Students engage with music through movement, both in responding to its rhythms in dance and physical sensation. Songs inform us about ourselves and the world around us through the power of the lyric. Students engage in music on their own, or in groups, both large and small.
Music at Swan View SHS can provide students with a meaningful hobby for the rest of their lives or a career pathway into the Music Industry. Some professions include: musical artist, musical engineer, musical producer, musical teacher.
LOWER SCHOOL Years 8-10
Students studying music in lower school learn a variety of skills. In Year 8 the students are introduced to instruments and learn to play the keyboard. In Year 9 students look at music styles, in particular rock and pop and learn to play guitar and drums. By the time students reach Year 10 they learn the classics and further hone in on their keyboard and instrumental skills.
SENIOR SCHOOL Years 11-12
Senior school students in Year 11 delve into Rock/Pop history while studying the 1A/1B units. Their production task involves a performance or composition. In Year 12 students focus on Rock/PopCulture and either perform live or write their own music.
Fun Stuff
- Band Incursions
- Sci-Tech Digital Music Studio
- Pro-Copy Recording Studio
- Live Performance
- Music Camp
CoursesOffered: 1A/1B – 1C/1D
TEACHER: Cliff Smith -clifford.smith@det.wa.edu.au
