Abstract: This research paper outlines the International Baccalaureate Programme (IB) focusing primarily on the Music Curriculum and the importance of assessment, the expectations and outcomes related to the course overall. It is important for teachers abroad to have an understanding of the associated benefits when teaching the programme within International Schools. The IB Music programme aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people, who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. Most educators need to have an understanding of the differences between Higher and Standard Level Music and what enables students to pass the course successfully. These opportunities allow students to the understand the elements of music theory, learn about the various structures within music, familiarize themselves with the different musical periods and listen to music of various genres. All of these attributes develop their aural awareness and ear training skills. Through orchestrating various parts for either solo or ensemble compositions students are creative realizing their potential and understanding of compositional techniques. In conclusion, the IB Music programme prepares students for University utilizing their analytical skills to research different types of music and teach them how to deal with deadlines iterating time management skills.
Keywords: Assessment Criteria, Composition, Creating, IB – Programme, Higher Level Music, Standard Level Music, Performing.
Title: A discussion of the International Baccalaureate Programme within Music Education – A South African Perspective
Author: Mario Maxwell Müller
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research
ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online)
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