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The new FETC syllabus (for
Grades 10, 11 and 12)
is broad in scope, creative, interesting and relevant.
Aims
1. To broaden and enrich the pupil's general musical background
2. To develop more advanced musical skills and knowledge
3. To encourage the cultivation of sound habits and good taste.
Stipulations
The IEB offers Music as one of the Arts and Culture subjects.
In order to qualify, the pupil must be learning an instrument or voice at (minimum) Grade 3 level at the end of Grade 9.
Pupils may offer any of the following instruments:
Piano, harpsichord, organ, keyboard, recorder, classical guitar, voice, drumkit or any instrument of the standard symphony orchestra or wind band.
If a pupil plays a second instrument (or voice), a combination of the two instruments may be offered. There is no longer provision for a second instrument to be offered as an additional subject.
Syllabus
Practical component
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Practical solo performance
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Practical group performance
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Development of technique
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Sight reading
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Aural training
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Musical presentation of a theme
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Improvisation
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Recording technology
Written component
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Music theory
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Composition and arrangement
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General musical knowledge
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Music history
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Research
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Analysis and interpretation
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Computer music programmes
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Understanding of the SA music industry
Careers in Music
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