Kelston Girls’ College Kelston Girls’ College

That's my song! - English and Music

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Courses Description

Head of Pathway: Ms R. Eveleigh, Ms L. Neveling.

That's my song! - English and Music

Join our English & Music Songwriting class to unlock your creative potential! This course aims to blend linguistic prowess with musical artistry, guiding you through the intricacies of lyric composition, melody crafting, and storytelling. Whether you're a budding songwriter or looking to refine your skills, our class provides the tools and inspiration needed to express yourself through song. By the end of the course, you will have created your own original pieces, ready to share with the world. Embrace the fusion of words and music, and let your voice be heard!

1. What will you learn?

You will learn how to combine your love for language and music to create original songs, mastering lyric composition, melody crafting, and storytelling.

2. In this course you will...

  • Explore the art of songwriting, from writing original lyrics to setting them to music.
  • Develop your musical skills to compose and perform your own songs.
  • Enhance your understanding of key written language features and how to use them effectively in your lyrics.
  • Participate in an integrated project where you will write, compose, and perform or record your original song.
  • Receive guidance and inspiration to express yourself creatively through music and words.

3. You will like this course if...

  • You are passionate about music and enjoy writing.
  • You want to learn how to craft compelling lyrics and melodies.
  • You are eager to develop your songwriting skills and create original music.
  • You appreciate a course that blends creative writing with musical composition.
  • You are excited to share your musical creations with others.
Learning Areas:

Junior Trimester 1 Line 3 M1


Assessment Policy & Procedures 


			


				






    

        
Disclaimer

        
The standards offered are correct at the time of writing. These are subject to change depending on student selections.
We endeavour to run all courses but are subject to minimise class sizes. Maximum class sizes apply. Once a course is full alternative selections are needed.
Course context or content may change by the start of the year.
Once a student makes their selections and confirms these, any changes must be accompanied by a letter of support from Whanau and are subject to available spaces in courses. 
All Junior Bilingual students must select the literacy and numeracy modules in the language of their pathway each trimester and one other integrated language module  (3 out of 4 of their modules must be bilingual).
All senior Bilingual students must take all modules available in the language of their pathway.