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Sound Check! is programme for Leaving Certificate Music Ordinary and Higher Level students and covers all sections of the Music Course B, including the Practical Exam.
Student Textbook
- Covers all sections of the Leaving Certificate Music Course B including:
- aural skills
- music theory and composition
- Irish music
- performance and technology
- the four prescribed works
- Visually attractive with a colourful design and clear visual aids
- Each unit features: Detailed Notes, Analysis and a Revision Section
- Units provide students with opportunities to develop their musical creativity, sensitivity and potential, through active involvement in performing, composing and listening to music
- Content encourages students to listen purposefully to a wide variety of musical styles and genres alongside their prescribed works
- Activities have been designed to meet varied learning needs, incorporating collaborative learning techniques and
assessment practices - Focuses on success through engagement with success criteria, past exam questions, sample answers and marking schemes
- Encourages musical literacy through focused tasks and assessment activities
- Composition questions formatted to reflect the new exam paper layout
- Each chapter features comprehensive revision and assessment material
- Summative assessment activities are provided within each unit
- ‘Lingo Lab’ encourages students to self-assess their understanding of important musical terminology and concepts
- Detailed guidance on preparing for Practical Exams (including technology materials and unprepared tests)
- Contains a wide range of activities designed to support learning and build confidence
- Music Maps to assist with students’ revision of Prescribed Works
- Highlighted key terms and definition boxes are featured throughout the text
- Supports teachers’ diverse use of methodologies, varied assessment practices and digital learning technologies
- New Student Audio App – this free App allows you to listen to audio tracks for your Sound Check! programme.
PUBLISHER: EDCO
ISBN: 9781802301694
School Level: Secondary
Class: Leaving Cert
Subject: Music
Publication Date: 2024
Author(s): Laura Lynch
















