ATARMAxxing
SACE Music StudiesPractice Examination 2
| Reading time | 15 minutes |
| Writing time | 2 hours |
| Total marks | 144 |
| Questions | 14 |
| Structure | Section A — 11 Q, 92 marks · Section B — 1 Q, 4 marks · Section C — 2 Q, 48 marks |
This paper covers
- Q7 score: constructed clarinet-and-piano sonatina in C minor (form, secondary dominant function, plagal close)
- Q8 aural-only: constructed found-sound and electronic piece in four episodes
- Q9 arrangement: 'Greensleeves' for wind quintet, clarinet to concert pitch
- Q10 compare: theme and three variations for marimba and vibraphone (modes per variation)
- Q13 A passing six-four; B modulation to the relative minor
- Q11 brass-trio accompaniment in D major (3/4) with 7th extensions; Q12 regrouping rhythms in 6/8 and 3/4
Students are permitted to bring into the examination the materials normally allowed for this subject. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
This is an ATARMAxxing practice paper. It is not an official examination and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by the VCAA, NESA or the QCAA.
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