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Year: 2003

Concept(s): Texture

Topic / genre: Traditional

Composer / artist: Traditional

Excerpt title: Tarakihi

Excerpt length: 1:10

Question:

02. Identify the LAYERS of SOUND, and describe how they are used.

Question 2

Criteria	Marks
Demonstrates focused listening with well-supported observations, including detailed descriptions of musical events, in a suitably structured response Discusses in detail the ways in which the layers of sound are used in the excerpt and uses appropriate examples to support their discussion	7-8
Demonstrates careful listening and musical awareness, although descriptions of musical events may contain some inaccurate observations Discusses ways in which the layers of sound are used in the excerpt and gives appropriate examples	5-6
Demonstrates some musical awareness, but often makes generalisations without providing supporting examples Describes some ways in which the layers of sound are used in the excerpt	3-4
Demonstrates limited musical awareness in the identification or description of layers of sound	1-2

The better responses demonstrated:

sophisticated and detailed analysis with extended descriptions of each layer and interaction between layers
strong analytical skills referring to specific music events in context
focused listening, well structured answers supported by diagrams/graphs
the ability to recognise subtle features within the excerpt.

The poorer responses demonstrated:

a limited, simplistic understanding of the question. While being able to list the layers, they did not recognise the interaction between layers or the role of each layer
superficial listening skills
an emphasis on subjective, non-musical discussion
confusion of terms and inaccurate use of terminology
poor organisational skills.

2003 Q2 - HSC Music 1 aural exam revision