7–10Music 7–10 Syllabus
The new Music 7–10 Syllabus (2024) is to be implemented from 2026.
2024 and 2025 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2026 – Start teaching new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts.
Content
Stage 5
- MU5-PER-01
performs repertoire with stylistic awareness and musical expression
- MU5-PER-02
manipulates and combines the elements of music in performance to communicate musical ideas
Sing demonstrating melodic and harmonic awareness
Rehearse solo and ensemble repertoire to develop vocal and/or instrumental technical and expressive skill
Perform music in a range of styles to communicate musical ideas, including own compositions
Perform from a range of musical scores
Apply knowledge of musical terminology to rehearse, refine and perform
Demonstrate technical and expressive control to enhance the communication of musical ideas
Explore different ways of communicating with ensemble members and demonstrate awareness of role, function and balance
Improvise to develop and extend musical ideas
Experiment with and use technology to develop, manipulate, record and mix performances
Develop a sense of personal style through experimentation
Experiment with performance spaces, set-ups and production elements to demonstrate understanding of how staging affects the communication of musical ideas
Demonstrate safe vocal and instrumental practices including correct warm-up, posture and technique
Evaluate own performances to target and develop vocal and/or instrumental technique
Interpret music representing a range of genres and styles
Apply knowledge of conventions and practices of a period, genre or style
Apply performance skills and take creative risks to strengthen musical intent and influence audience response
Evaluate own performances and reflect on the success of communicating musical ideas and intent
Perform with understanding of composer and audience perspectives and the purpose of a performance
Apply the protocols and responsibilities of working safely and respectfully with others
Apply knowledge of Cultural significance and respectful protocols in performing music created or inspired by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Apply protocols related to information, identity and copyright when performing, commenting on performances or sharing recordings on public or private forums
Manipulate and combine the elements of music when improvising and performing to communicate musical ideas and meaning
Analyse and discuss the elements of music in the performance of repertoire