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Stay on Beat With IB Music

Feeling off-pitch in your IB music studies? We know exactly what it’s like to be in your place. Whatever you’re struggling with, chances are we’ve seen it before. The good news is, there’s always help. We’re here to guide you through every measure of IB Music.

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Tutoring reduces stress and improves performance.
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What is Covered in the IB Music Syllabus?

Here’s a quick overview of the IBDP Music course:

Course Description and Aims

Prepares students for global musical changes.
Emphasizes practical exploration and holistic learning.
Aims to explore, develop, and evaluate musical skills and perspectives.

Alignment with DP Arts Courses

Balances theory and practice.
Introduces new assessment tasks for holistic development.
Includes practical music-making and coursework assessments.

Engagement with Diverse Musical Material

Encourages personalized exploration of music.
Focuses on four areas: sociocultural expression, performance, dramatic impact, and music technology.

Curriculum Model Overview

For SL and HL, studies music in personal, local, and global contexts.
Involves exploring, experimenting, and presenting music.
HL includes a real-life music industry project.

Assessment Model

Portfolio, experimentation report, and musical presentation for all students.
HL students undertake a collaborative project.

Learning Outcomes

Broadens musical horizons and analysis.
Engages with music technology.
Develops comprehensive musicianship.

What are the IB Music Curriculum Hours for SL and HL?

Exploring Music in Context (45 hours for both SL and HL):

Engage with music from various cultures to broaden musical understanding and creativity.

Experimenting with Music (45 hours for both SL and HL):

Combine theory and practice to deepen musical knowledge and experimentation skills.

Presenting Music (60 hours for both SL and HL):

Develop and present music pieces, enhancing performance skills and musical expression.

The Contemporary Music Maker (HL only, 90 hours):

Undertake a project inspired by the music industry, applying comprehensive musical skills.

Teaching Hours Total:

SL: 150 hours
HL: 240 hours

What are the assessments In IB Music?

Exploring Music in Context:

Portfolio submission including written work and practical exercises.

External assessment: 30% for SL, 20% for HL.

Experimenting with Music:

Experimentation report with rationale and evidence of musical creation and performance.

Internal assessment: 30% for SL, 20% for HL.

Presenting Music:

Collection of works with program notes and evidence of composition and performance.

External assessment: 40% for SL, 30% for HL.

The Contemporary Music Maker (HL only):

Multimedia project showcasing a real-life music project.

Internal assessment: 30% for HL.

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What about IB Music for Music School?

Some students taking IBDP Music may actually want to apply to music schools or musical conservatories. If that’s the case, your final IB score will be important but may be secondary to your ability to perform in an audition, or even present a portfolio, depending on the program you’re applying to. Our IB music tutors have experience with formal music education so they’ll know how to prepare you well for that next step if that’s where you truly want to go!

FAQs

SL is more about the basics and covers less material, while HL goes deeper, especially with a unique project that simulates real-life music industry activities. HL students also have more hours of study, which means they delve deeper into each musical area.
Yes, you can start IB Music without previous training, but having some basic knowledge in music theory or playing an instrument will help. The course begins with foundational concepts, so it’s designed to accommodate beginners too.
To do well in IB Music, you should be able to understand music theory, play an instrument or sing, analyze music, and be creative in composing or arranging music. It’s about mixing your practical abilities with understanding the stories and theories behind the music.
IB Music counts as one of the six subjects for the IB Diploma. Your performance in both internal and external assessments in IB Music will contribute to your total IB score, helping you meet the diploma requirements.
In IB Music, you'll explore a wide range of music from different cultures, periods, and styles. This includes classical, world music, popular, and contemporary genres, giving you a broad understanding of the musical landscape.

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