ATARMAxxing
WACE MusicPractice Examination 20
| Reading time | 15 minutes |
| Writing time | 2 hours |
| Total marks | 151 |
| Questions | 14 |
| Structure | Section 1A — 8 Q, 57 marks · Section 1B — 2 Q, 18 marks · Section 2A — 2 Q, 19 marks · Section 2B — 2 Q, 57 marks |
This paper covers
- aural: texture and form recognition (monophonic, polyphonic, 12-bar blues)
- theory: score order and instrument families
- unseen: theme and variations
- Identities: Simone's harmony and the relative minor
- Innovations: Tha Thin Tha and Short Ride compared on rhythm
- aural: jazz 12-bar blues chord chart and cadence recognition
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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