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Read online or download the PDF. Read it free online on the page above; download the PDF from there. ## Document text Text extracted from the PDF. Layout, diagrams and tables may not survive extraction. ### Page 1 SENIOR CERTIFICATE EXAMINATIONS/ NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE EXAMINATIONS MUSIC P1 MAY/JUNE 2024 MARKING GUIDELINES MARKS: 120 These marking guidelines consist of 36 pages. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 2 Music/P1 2 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines SECTION A: THEORY OF MUSIC (COMPULSORY) (90 minutes) SECTION A must be answered on the QUESTION PAPER. Answer QUESTION 1 AND QUESTION 2.1 OR 2.2 AND QUESTION 3.1 OR 3.2 AND QUESTION 4.1 OR 4.2. QUESTION 1 (25 minutes) 1.1 Add the correct time signature change below each asterisk (*). Answer: OR 1x2 (2) 1.2 Write the enharmonic equivalent of the given key signature below. Answer: 1 mark No ½ marks (1) 1.3 Write the augmented triad that appears diatonically in the harmonic minor with the given key signature. Write the triad in first inversion. Answer: 1 mark No ½ marks Any note value is acceptable (1) 1.4 Write the minor triad found in a G major pentatonic scale. Answer: 1 mark No ½ marks Any note value is acceptable (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 3 Music/P1 3 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 1.5 Study the extract below and answer the questions that follow. 1.5.1 Write the inversion of the interval at (M) without key signature. Answer: 1 mark No ½ marks Any note value is acceptable (1) 1.5.2 Change the interval at (N) to a compound augmented 2nd. Answer: 1 mark No ½ marks Any note value is acceptable (1) 1.5.3 Name the rhythmic device used in bars 1 and 2. Answer: Syncopation 1 mark (1) 1.5.4 Name the articulation sign used on the last note. Answer: Tenuto 1 mark (1) 1.6 Write the following scales according to the given instructions: 1.6.1 An ascending whole-tone scale starting on the given note. Answer: OR Minus ½ mark per error up to a maximum of 2 marks (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 4 Music/P1 4 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 1.6.2 A descending Aeolian mode starting on F. Answer: Minus ½ mark per error up to a maximum of 2 marks (Candidates do not have to indicate semitones) (2) 1.6.3 An ascending harmonic minor scale in which the given tritone (augmented 4th) occurs. Answer: Minus ½ mark per error up to a maximum of 2 marks (Candidates do not have to indicate semitones) (2) [15] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 5 Music/P1 5 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 2 (25 minutes) Answer 2.1 OR 2.2. 2.1 Complete the opening below in sol-fa notation OR in staff notation to form a twelve-bar melody in ternary form for voice. Add dynamic indications at appropriate places. Do NOT add lyrics. Only use ONE notation system. Concept answer: Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 6 Music/P1 6 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines The melody will be marked according to the criteria below. DESCRIPTION MARK ALLOCATION Form and cadential 1 mark per phrase x 3 3 points Notation Sol-fa notation: rhythm and pitch indications Minus ½ mark per error up to 2 marks 2 Staff notation: beats per bar, note stems, grouping, spacing and accidentals Excellent Coherent and musical; phrases imaginatively define the 9–10 form; opening motif innovatively continued; successful use of key; melodic shape masterfully handled; creative approach to choice of pitches and rhythm Good Quality Correct and musical; phrases clearly indicate the form; 7–8 opening motif sensibly continued; stable key; melodic - Suitability of range shape satisfying; choice of pitches and rhythm accurate 10 - Performance indications Average and musicality Musically not convincing; not all phrases clear; opening 4–6 motif not well utilised; key unstable; melodic shape is suspect; choice of pitches and rhythm unimaginative Not acceptable No musical sense; no sense of phrasing; opening motif 0–3 ignored; no sense of key; no melodic shape; pitches and rhythm random TOTAL Markers may use ½ marks 15 [15] OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 7 Music/P1 7 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 2.2 Write an original twelve-bar melody in ternary form for any single-line melodic instrument or voice of your choice. Name the instrument or voice type and supply a suitable tempo indication. Add performance indications in appropriate places. Use the following to construct a coherent melody: • Treble OR bass clef • G major key signature • Staff notation OR sol-fa notation (Do NOT add lyrics) • Rhythmic motif: Concept answer: Instrument/Voice: • Treble clef: Soprano/Alto/Tenor/Saxophone/Clarinet/Flute/Trumpet/Violin, etc. • Bass clef: Baritone/Bass/Cello/Bassoon/Trombone/Euphonium, etc. Tempo: Moderato/Allegretto, etc. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 8 Music/P1 8 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines The melody will be marked according to the criteria below. DESCRIPTION MARK ALLOCATION Form and cadential 1 mark per phrase x 3 3 points Notation Sol-fa notation: rhythm and pitch indications Minus ½ mark per error up to 2 marks 2 Staff notation: beats per bar, note stems, grouping, spacing and accidentals Excellent Coherent and musical; phrases imaginatively define the form; original opening motif innovatively continued; 9–10 successful use of key; melodic shape masterfully handled; creative approach to choice of pitches and given rhythmic motif Good Correct and musical; phrases clearly indicate the form; Quality 7–8 original opening motif sensibly continued; stable key; - Suitability of range melodic shape satisfying; choice of pitches and given - Performance indications, rhythmic motif used accurately 10 use of given rhythmic Average motif and musicality Musically not convincing; not all phrases clear; original 4–6 opening motif not well utilised; key unstable; melodic shape is suspect; choice of pitches and given rhythmic motif used unimaginatively Not acceptable No musical sense; no sense of phrasing; no original 0–3 opening motif; no sense of key; no melodic shape; pitches and rhythms random with no use of given rhythmic motif TOTAL Markers may use ½ marks 15 [15] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 9 Music/P1 9 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 3 (10 minutes) Answer QUESTION 3.1 OR QUESTION 3.2. 3.1 Study the extract below and answer the questions. Answer: 3.1.1 Figure the chords at (a) to (g) on the score using Roman numerals, e.g. viio6/viiob. Answer: See score 1 mark per chord = 7 marks th Minus ½ mark if inversion or 7 is missing or incorrect (7) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 10 Music/P1 10 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 3.1.2 Name the cadence formed at (Z) and figure the chords on the score. Answer: Perfect cadence Cadence = 1 mark V-I Chords = 2 marks (3) 3.1.3 Comment on the use of key(s) in bars 9 to 12. Answer: • The key modulates from Ab major (tonic) to Eb major (dominant) • The continuous use of D natural implies the leading note of E b major • Use of the secondary dominant of the dominant (Bb) in the new key (Eb major) in bar 10 Any ONE (1) 3.1.4 Name the type of non-harmonic notes at (i) and (ii). Answer: (i) Passing note (ii) Suspension 1x2 (2) 3.1.5 Write the following non-harmonic notes at (iii) and (iv) on the score. Use a quaver note value for your answer. Answer: See score (iii) Upper auxiliary (iv) Anticipation 1x2 (2) [15] OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 11 Music/P1 11 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 3.2 Study the extract below and answer the questions. Answer: 3.2.1 Identify the chords at (a) to (g). Write chord symbols in the spaces provided above the staves, e.g. G/B. Answer: See score 1 mark per chord = 7 marks Minus ½ mark if inversion or 7th is missing or incorrect (7) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 12 Music/P1 12 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 3.2.2 Name the cadence which is formed at (Z) and write the chord symbols at (m) and (n). Answer: Plagal cadence Cadence = 1 mark Eb – Bb Chords = 2 marks (3) 3.2.3 Comment on the Eb note in bar 8. Answer: • It is the lowered 7th of chord F • It indicates a modulation by forming a dominant 7th chord in Bb major Any ONE (1) 3.2.4 Name the type of non-harmonic notes at (i) and (ii). Answer: (i) (Lower) Auxiliary (ii) Anticipation 1x2 (2) 3.2.5 Write the following non-harmonic notes at (iii) and (iv) on the score. Use a quaver note value for your answer. Answer: (iii) Suspension (iv) Passing note 1x2 (2) [15] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 13 Music/P1 13 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 4 (30 minutes) Answer QUESTION 4.1 OR QUESTION 4.2. 4.1 Complete the four-part vocal harmonisation below by adding the alto, tenor and bass parts. Include the following in your harmonisation: • Cadential second inversion ( ) progression (2) • Dominant seventh chord (1) • Harmonic realisation of the given figuring (1) Concept answer: The harmonisation will be marked according to the criteria below. DESCRIPTION MARK ALLOCATION Choice of chords 15 Number of errors ÷ 4 up to a maximum of Notation and voice leading 8 8 marks Quality Overall impression and creativity 7 Note to marker: Mark out of 30 must not contain a ½ mark (30 ÷ 2) TOTAL 15 [15] Candidates must be credited for a different/creative and correct harmonisation not given in the memorandum. The figuring serves as a guide for the marker, but no marks are allocated for the symbols as such. OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 14 Music/P1 14 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 4.2 Complete the eight-bar piece below by adding suitable harmonic material in minims. Continue in the style suggested by the opening chord in bar 1 and give attention to voice leading. Include the following: • Harmonic realisation of the given chord symbols (2) • ii – V – I progression (3) • At least ONE 'sus chord' (chord with a suspension) (1) • An 11th chord at the asterisk (*) (1) Concept answer: The answer will be marked according to the criteria below. DESCRIPTION MARK ALLOCATION Choice of chords 15 Minus ½ mark per error up to a maximum of Notation and voice leading 8 marks 8 Quality Overall impression and creativity 7 Note to marker: Mark out of 30 must not contain a ½ mark (30 ÷ 2) TOTAL 15 [15] Candidates must be credited for a different/creative and correct chord symbols not given in the memorandum. The chord symbols serves as a guide for the marker, but no marks are allocated for the symbols as such. TOTAL SECTION A: 60 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 15 Music/P1 15 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines SECTIONS B, C, D, E: GENERAL MUSIC KNOWLEDGE (90 minutes) Answer SECTIONS B, C, D and E in the ANSWER BOOK. SECTION B: MUSIC INDUSTRY (COMPULSORY) Note to marker: One mark will be allocated for each correct fact. Candidates must be credited for any correct answer not given in this marking guideline. QUESTION 5 5.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers (5.1.1 to 5.1.4), e.g. 5.1.5 E. 5.1.1 SAMRO collects performance royalties when a musical work is … Answer: D All the above-mentioned 1 mark 5.1.2 Copyright is violated when … Answer: A someone copies an album purchased by a friend. 1 mark 5.1.3 Which ONE of the following makes a musical work eligible for copyright in South Africa? Answer: D All the above-mentioned 1 mark 5.1.4 Which ONE of the following is NOT a function of the record label? Answer: C Partners, composers and lyricists to create a commercial product. 1 mark 1x4 (4) 5.2 Give ONE word or term for each description below, e.g. 5.2.4 Music industry.. Answer: 5.2.1 Value/Supply chain 5.2.2 Streaming 5.2.3 Infringement/Piracy 1x3 (3) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 16 Music/P1 16 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 5.3 Who benefits from needletime rights and when is it put into effect? Answer: Who • All the role players (performers and recording company) involved in a sound recording When • When the sound recording is streamed/aired/broadcast 1x2 (2) 5.4 Which right will enable an owner of a musical work to receive royalties when someone else is sampling a segment from it? Answer: Adaptation/Reproduction rights 1 mark (1) TOTAL SECTION B: 10 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 17 Music/P1 17 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines Answer SECTION C (IAM) OR SECTION D (JAZZ) OR SECTION E (WAM) in the ANSWER BOOK. SECTION C: INDIGENOUS AFRICAN MUSIC (IAM) Note to marker: Although the marking guideline is in bullet form the candidates may answer in full sentences. QUESTION 6 6.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers (6.1.1 to 6.1.5), e.g. 6.1.6 E. 6.1.1 Ukucothoza is a… Answer: B soft cat-like dance. 1 mark 6.1.2 Which fact is TRUE about the song Melodi Yalla Pitseng? Answer: B It starts with voices only 1 mark 6.1.3 Which of the following would you expect in an African music performance? Answer: D All above-mentioned 1 mark 6.1.4 Which ONE of the following instruments is a chordophone? Answer: D Umakhweyana 1 mark 6.1.5 G aeolian mode is also known as … Answer: C G natural minor scale 1 mark 1x5 (5) 6.2 Choose FOUR items in COLUMN A and match EACH with a statement in COLUMN B. Write only the letter (A–G) next to the question numbers (6.2.1 to 6.2.5), e.g. 6.2.6 H. Answer: COLUMN A COLUMN B Simon 'Mahlathini' and the Mahotella 6.2.1 Melodi Yalla Pitseng G Queens 6.2.2 Call and response C form in isicathamiya 6.2.3 Guitar E lead instrument in maskandi vocal effects used to create excitement 6.2.4 Crepitation F or show approval in a performance 6.2.5 Isishameni A a dance and guitar tuning style 1x4 (4) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 18 Music/P1 18 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 6.3 Describe the song Wamuhle. Answer: Meaning of the song • A love song about a beautiful woman with beautiful features and a face full of love • The song is also humorous where it describes the woman's back as that of an elephant Music characteristics • The song is in mbaqanga style • It is repetitive with a cyclic chord progression • An organ sound is extensively used • The strong driving bass drum beat is typical of mbaqanga • The song has influences of American soul music Any THREE (3) 6.4 Explain how the following terms are used in isicathamiya: Answer: 6.4.1 Ukwakha The composing of songs is done together by a group as is done when building a hut 6.4.2 Ivulindlela The leader teaches the melody of a new composition to the group 6.4.3 Izigqi The parts that are composed by the group after the leader has laid out the melody 6.4.4 Ukubasa Creating rhythm for a new song 1x4 (4) 6.5 Which group of instruments would you typically expect to find in the following styles? Write the group number next to the question numbers (6.5.1 and 6.5.2), e.g. 6.5.3 Group 4. Answer: 6.5.1 Mbaqanga Group 1 1 mark 6.5.2 Kwela Group 2 1 mark 1x2 (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 19 Music/P1 19 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 6.6 Identify the artist/band of the extract below. Answer: Mfaz' Omnyama 1 mark (1) 6.7 Identify the song from which the following extract is taken. Answer: Wena Wedwa 1 mark (1) [20] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 20 Music/P1 20 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 7 7.1 Describe the kwela music style. Answer: • It is a marabi-based penny whistle music style that developed between 1954 and 1964 • The saxophone eventually substitutes the penny whistle as lead instrument • It is usually played at a moderate to upbeat tempo • It has a swung beat, created first by musicians/children in a creative imitation of their favourite jazz icons • The guitar/banjo plays a skiffle-like beat • A short harmonic cycle is used, over which a series of melodies, usually the length of the cycle, are repeated and varied • The harmonic cycle makes use of the following chord progressions: I–IV–I64–V or I–IV–V–I • The music is characterised by simple and catchy tunes Any FOUR (4) 7.2 Explain ONE way in which the word 'kwela' may have been used in the past. Answer: • The word was often shouted during a performance to motivate people to get up and dance • The instruction 'kwela!' was used between musicians to encourage someone to take a solo • It was also used by police to instruct a person to climb into a police van • The word 'Kwela-Kwela' was used to refer to the infamous police vans during the apartheid years Any ONE (1) [5] QUESTION 8 Motivate why the song Umama is a typical example of maskanda. Answer: • The guitar is the lead instrument • Uses an acoustic guitar playing ukupika (picking style) • Inkunz' Emdaka uses a guitar with steel strings to produce a percussive sound o He also uses the standard isiZulu maskanda tuning where the strings are tuned to EADGBD • The introduction is played on the guitar (isihlabo) • The bass drum serves as the source of the groove of the song • The backing vocalists (abavumayo) sing the response to the leader's call • The singers use vocal glissandi or pitch bending • The lead singer goes into fast paced izibongo/ukubonga (praise poetry) in the middle of the song Any FIVE [5] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 21 Music/P1 21 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 9 Discuss the role of the master drummer during a drumming performance. Answer: • The master drummer stands in the centre of the ensemble and is responsible for directing the whole performance • His role is to indicate various occurrences during the performance: o He signals to other players when he is ready to start, e.g. a vocal cry followed by a short rhythmic solo to set the mood and tempo of the music o He signals to individual players to perform a solo, which will be a variation or variations of the original rhythmic pattern o He signals the start of a contrasting section throughout the performance o He signals to dancers and the drum ensemble any changes to the structure that might occur during the performance • There is usually call and response between the master drummer and the group • The master drummer often plays a steady continuous beat (the time-line) where bells (cowbell or agogo bells) may be included to reinforce the beat • Music will increase in tension as it progresses and it is the responsibility of the master drummer to control the changes and to make sure that the music stays interesting Any FIVE [5] QUESTION 10 Philip Tabane adapted the indigenous ritual malombo into a popular musical domain. Expand on this statement by discussing Philip Tabane's contemporary malombo style. Refer to context, instrumentation, vocal style, techniques and praise poetry. You will be credited for the logical presentation of facts and the structure of your essay. The essay will be marked according to the criteria below. CRITERIA MARK ALLOCATION Context 2 Instrumentation 6 Vocal style, techniques and praise poetry 4 Logical presentation and structure of the essay 3 TOTAL 15 Answer: Example of an introduction Philip Tabane's music originated in the indigenous malombo of South Africa and developed along his personal spiritual journey into a unique new malombo sound. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 22 Music/P1 22 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines Context • Malombo is a vhaVenda word that means spiritual healing; a phenomenon common to African healing practice • Tabane's music could be viewed as a re-interpretation of the elements of an indigenous art form using additional Western instruments over and above African drums and voice • Although his music stems from the indigenous malombo healing force, he uses electric guitar, African drums and a flute • Elements of original malombo/malopo are incorporated in his music, e.g. authentic drums and repetitive material enhancing the spiritual aspect Any TWO Instrumentation • Tabane's experimented on the Epiphone guitar and used it in his own recording of the celebrated Malombo album, Pepelepe • He learnt to play harmonica from the 'Malaeta' groups of the multicultural Mamelodi • His later international recordings blended the guitar, harmonica, drums and voice • He experimented with the drum language of the sangoma drumming repertoire o The track Sangoma from the album Malombo (1976), pays homage to that typical sangoma drumming style • The sections without drums are when Tabane plays guitar, while the mbira and percussion create a supporting textural blend to the melody • He uses drums to explore melo-rhythmic timbre that creates a textural blend with the overall harmony of the voice and guitar • The malombo drums create a groove and danceable rhythm • Percussion is used in malombo music to heighten the mood of the song carried by Tabane's guitar and the drummer's melo-rhythm • Tabane utilizes a large range of percussive sounds: o He often includes a third member of the band to create percussive sounds and to recreate sounds of birds, squirrels and other natural sounds o The percussion creates accented, smooth, and coarse sound textures to create different soundscapes and moods in different songs, ranging from rain sounds using the rain stick to the sound of a school bell o Sounds are created through the use of simple hand and feet rattles, cabasa, bird whistles, kudu horn, chimes, maracas o These percussion instruments are also used to create man-made sounds like the sound of a motor car passing by, a hooting train, or a galloping horse as used in Pelepele and Mirengo Any SIX Vocal style, technique and praise poetry • Tabane's falsetto singing evokes a melancholic and nostalgic feeling • He uses a lilting manner in his singing of malombo tunes o Phoneaesthetics like 'ilili lalala, ila holalal, hila lalalala, hi hao lalalalala, lile lelalala, welele le walala' used with natural spontaneity, as part of the flow of the integral parts of one melody as in Ngwana O Ya Lela • He employs crepitation, a type of scatting and onomatopoeia in his singing to echo the sound of his guitar • He sings the same melody that he plays on the guitar using phonaesthetics, sometimes creating harmony and then also singing in unison with the guitar • He imitates the bass sound of his guitar as well as interesting parts of the melody by singing some exclamatory words, e.g. 'Dzzz! Mm! Tl! Tla tl Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 23 Music/P1 23 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines • He uses a natural voice-sound that resembles the traditional malombo timbre • In some songs, like Ngwana O Ya Lela, Tabane stops the music and bursts into solo praise poetry, which he borrows from existing texts gathered from his family's ancestral praise texts and other South African cultures • Tabane creates a nostalgic timbre and feel with his voice and chanting to paint a picture and to create a solemn mood like in Ngwana Wa Kgaetsedi • Repetition of phrases and individual words used in regular Sepedi speech feature in his lyrics Any FOUR Example of a conclusion For Philip Tabane, the performance stage is a sacred space of engagement with music for the modern listener while retaining the traditional malombo spirit. The essay will be marked according to the criteria below. CRITERIA MARK ALLOCATION Context 2 Instrumentation 6 Vocal style, techniques 4 and praise poetry Excellent An introduction, conclusion, with a = 3 marks substantial argument in the body of essay evident. Good An introduction, conclusion, with a = 2-2½ marks reasonable argument in the body of essay evident. Average Logical presentation and An introduction, conclusion, with an = 1½ marks insignificant argument in the body of 3 structure of the essay essay evident. Below average An introduction, conclusion with a weak = 1 mark argument in the body of essay evident. Weak A single paragraph: A poor attempt at an = ½ mark essay. Not acceptable = 0 marks Only facts in bullet form. TOTAL 15 [15] TOTAL SECTION C: 50 GRAND TOTAL: 120 OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 24 Music/P1 24 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines SECTION D: JAZZ Note to marker: although the marking guideline is in bullet form the candidates may answer in full sentences. QUESTION 11 11.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers (11.1.1 to 11.1.5) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 11.1.6 E. 11.1.1 Which instrument does NOT belong to the rhythm section of a typical big band? Answer: B Baritone saxophone 1 mark 11.1.2 A scale without any semitones is a … Answer: B pentatonic scale. 1 mark 11.1.3 Which of the following styles is/are associated with African jazz? Answer: D All the above-mentioned 1 mark 11.1.4 Zim Ngqawana's music … Answer: D All the above-mentioned 1 mark 11.1.5 A South African jazz style that originated from ragtime is … Answer: C marabi. 1 mark 1x5 (5) 11.2 Choose FIVE items in COLUMN A and match EACH with the correct item in COLUMN B. Write only the letter (A–G) next to the question numbers (11.2.1 to 11.2.5), e.g. 11.2.6 H. Answer: COLUMN A COLUMN B 11.2.1 Repeated motif B riff 11.2.2 New material over a set progression D improvisation 11.2.3 Repetitive progression A I–IV–I64 –V 11.2.4 Song form C AABA 11.2.5 Cadential progression E ii–V–I (1 x 5) (5) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 25 Music/P1 25 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 11.3 Motivate why Chris McGregor's music can be viewed as progressive jazz. Answer • Avant garde arrangements within the big band style (Brotherhood of Breath) moving away from the organised aspect of a traditional big band • A mix of hard-driving blues and wild experimentalism • Experimental sound bordering on atonality • Not intended for dance • Incorporated available players in a dynamic big band ensemble • Free improvised character in contrast to traditional big band/Freedom and flexibility in melodic playing Any TWO (2) 11.4 Describe the music style of The Flying Jazz Queens. Answer: • Noted for their distinct vocal sound in close harmonies • Songs were up-tempo songs/jive music • A repetitive single-themed music • Incorporated a marabi style into a developing early mbaqanga sound • A fusion of amaZulu traditional music with township music • Lyrics were often improvised/made up on the spot Any TWO (2) 11.5 Name ONE artist who developed a typical Cape jazz sound by imitating the Kaapse Klopse saxophone sound. Answer: Robbie Jansen/McCoy Mrubata/Basil 'Manenberg' Coetzee 1 mark (1) 11.6 Identify TWO features of melody in typical Cape jazz music. Answer: • Hymn-like melodies based on folksongs and blues • Influenced by Cape Malay and Khoi and San vocal traditions with a melismatic melodic style • Saxophone-led melodic line with an improvisatory character Any TWO (2) 11.7 Which group of instruments would you expect to find in Cape jazz? Write the group number next to the question number, e.g. 11.7 Group 4. Answer: Cape jazz Group 1 1 mark (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 26 Music/P1 26 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines 11.8 Identify the song from which the following extract is taken. Answer: Lakutshon'ilanga 1 mark (1) 11.9 Identify the band that you associate with the extract below. Answer: Brotherhood of Breath 1 mark (1) [20] QUESTION 12 The Jazz Epistles made an important contribution to the South African jazz scene in the 1950s. Describe the characteristics of their style. Name ONE album/song and ONE member of the group. Answer: Style characteristics • Played a hard-edged bop instead of the usual popular swing • Fast tempos and virtuosic performances as well as languid slow ballads • Complex arrangements • Bold musical themes and broad swing-feel • Extensive use of revolutionary harmonic ideas • Developed a modern avant garde South African jazz sound • Tight ensemble playing in spite of individual members playing with distinct styles • Fused their African roots (traditional dance music) with an European/American style • Influenced by African-American bebop artists, e.g. Thelonious Monk, Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker • Influences of Manhattan Brothers were incorporated into their style: including gospel, afro jazz, jive, doo-wop, swing, ragtime Album/Song • Jazz Epistle, Verse 1 • Scullery Department • Dollar Moods • Blues for Hughie • Vary-oo-vum Member • Dollar Brand (Abdullah Ibrahim) • Kippie Moeketsi • Jonas Gwangwa • Hugh Masekela • Johnny Gertze • Early Mabuza • Makaya Ntshoko Any THREE style characteristics Any ONE album/song Any ONE member [5] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 27 Music/P1 27 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 13 Discuss Feya Faku's background and the characteristics of his music. Include the title of ONE album/song. Answer: Background • Studied under Darius Brubeck • Performed locally and internationally with e.g.Thandi Klaasen, Basil Coetzee and Abdullah Ibrahim, Paul Hanmer, Dave Young and Larry Ridley Characteristics • High level of technical facility and improvisational ability on trumpet and flugelhorn • Warm and soulful sound • Modern jazz with an eclectic style • Progressive harmony with traditional rhythmic elements • Combines Xhosa musical roots with modern jazz Album/Song • Homage • Tacit • The Colours They Bring • Hope and Honour Any ONE background fact Any THREE characteristics Any ONE album/song [5] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 28 Music/P1 28 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines QUESTION 14 Discuss the origin and the instrumentation of mbaqanga. Refer to Umjomela by Makgonatsohle Band in your answer. Answer: Origin • A blending of cultures (when rural people migrated to cities) o A dance music combining traditional and Western music o A fusion of American jazz, mbube, kwela and marabi o amaZulu traditional music combined with township music • Made use of the instruments that were available in the popular music of the day • Started as an instrumental genre (as in Umjomela) but later gained more popularity with added vocals • The guitar introduction that typifies this style, was influenced by the African gourd bow • Saxophone was the lead melodic instrument (replacing the penny whistle used in kwela music) Instrumentation • Umjomela uses bass guitar, electric guitar and saxophone Any FIVE At least ONE fact per item All instruments must be mentioned for ONE mark [5] QUESTION 15 Kwela is a music style that developed in the 1950s with its roots in various styles. Expand on this statement by discussing the typical characteristics of kwela. Refer to Banana ba Rustenburg by Spokes Mashiyane in your discussion. You will be credited for the logical presentation of facts and the structure of your essay. The essay will be marked according to the criteria below. CRITERIA MARK ALLOCATION Characteristics of kwela 6 Reference to Banana ba Rustenburg 6 Logical presentation and structure of the essay 3 TOTAL 15 Example of an introduction Kwela developed in Sophiatown in the 1950s from the then dominant music style, marabi. Both of these styles share similar features and have their origins in dance music. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 29 Music/P1 29 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines Kwela characteristics Instrumentation • Traditional indigenous flute-like music, e.g. the use of the penny whistle o An affordable and easily accessible instrument on the streets • Typical instrumentation includes the penny whistle, guitar, bass guitar and drum kit, Banana ba Rustenburg replaces the penny whistle with a saxophone and adds a banjo Chord structure • A typical marabi-like chord progression, e.g. I–IV–I64–V or I–IV–V–I is used whereas Banana ba Rustenburg uses IV–I64–V–I • Repeated short harmonic cycle found in marabi and various other South African traditional music Tempo • Moderate to upbeat tempo Rhythm • Skiffle-like beat played predominantly on the guitar/banjo • American jive/swing rhythms o Shuffle rhythm: • Zulu dance rhythm o Indlamu dance stomp rhythms Melody • Most kwela compositions consist of either motifs alternating with solo sections, or an ostinato backing figure over which a soloist improvises, Banana ba Rustenburg makes use of short repeated motifs in a cyclic structure, e.g. opening section o First motif repeats four times o Second motif repeats three times o First motif returns three times o Second motif repeats twice, etc. • Banana ba Rustenburg makes use of syncopated rhythms in a spiky, motivic melody • Kwela music usually develops melodic material through improvisation whereas Banana ba Rustenburg rather embellishes the melodic motifs • Driving rhythm provided by guitar/banjo supported by the drum kit Any SIX characteristics Any SIX references to the piece Example of a conclusion The early sounds and rhythms of marabi style are quite distinctive and the kwela style developed from this into another unique and recognisable music style with a representative South African music character. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 30 Music/P1 30 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines The essay will be marked according to the criteria below. CRITERIA MARK ALLOCATION Kwela characteristics 6 Banana ba Rustenburg 6 Excellent An introduction, conclusion, with a = 3 marks substantial argument in the body of essay evident. Good An introduction, conclusion, with a = 2-2½ marks reasonable argument in the body of essay evident. Average Logical presentation and An introduction, conclusion, with an = 1½ marks 3 structure of the essay insignificant argument in the body of essay evident. Below average An introduction, conclusion with a weak = 1 mark argument in the body of essay evident. Weak A single paragraph: A poor attempt at = ½ mark an essay. Not acceptable = 0 marks Only facts in bullet form. TOTAL 15 [15] TOTAL SECTION D: 50 GRAND TOTAL: 120 OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 31 Music/P1 31 DBE/May/June 2024 SC/NSC – Marking Guidelines SECTION E: WESTERN ART MUSIC (WAM) Note to marker: Although the marking guideline is in bullet form the candidates may answer in full sentences. QUESTION 16 16.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers (16.1.1 to 16.1.5), e.g. 16.1.6 E. 16.1.1 Rondo is a piece … Answer: B with a refrain that returns after each contrasting section. 1 mark 16.1.2 Which information is NOT true about Beethoven's Pastoral Symphony? Answer: B Symphony No. 6 in F major Op. 86 1 mark 16.1.3 Fermata is a music term used for ... Answer: D None of the above-mentioned 1 mark 16.1.4 Woodwinds are instruments that produce sound by means of … Answer: D a vibrating column of air. 1 mark 16.1.5 Minuet and trio is often found in the … movement of a Classical symphony. Answer: C third 1 mark 1x5 (5) 16.2 Choose FIVE items regarding form in COLUMN A and match EACH with the correct term in COLUMN B. Write only the letter (A–G) next to the question numbers (16.2.1 to 16.2.5), e.g. 16.2.6 H. Answer: COLUMN A COLUMN B 16.2.1 A rounding-off section in sonata form B coda 16.2.2 The end of a phrase D cadence 16.2.3 The smallest compositional unit A motif 16.2.4 Opening section before the main melody is stated C introduction 16.2.5 A passage that links one theme to another E bridge 1x5 (5) Copyright reserved Please turn over Text truncated here. 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