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SENIOR CERTIFICATE
GRADE 12
MUSIC P1
NOVEMBER 2013
CENTRE NUMBER:
EXAMINATION NUMBER:
MARKS: 125
TIME: 3 hours
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Music Grade 12 P1 NSC November 2013 Question Paper (English)
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This exam
NSC November Exam 2013
Questions in this paper
- Question 1Harmony, Chords & Composition18 marks
- Question 2Notation, Rhythm & Metre17 marks
- Question 3Harmony, Chords & Composition
- Question 8Western Art Music (WAM) — General Knowledge & Set Works [WAM]6 marks
- Question 10Indigenous African Music (IAM) — General Knowledge & Set Works [IAM]10 marks
- Question 11Indigenous African Music (IAM) — General Knowledge & Set Works [IAM]8 marks
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Music/P1 2 DBE/November 2013
NSC
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
1. This question paper consists of TWO sections, namely SECTION A and
SECTION B.
2. Answer SECTION A, in pencil only, in the spaces provided on this question
paper.
3. Answer SECTION B, in blue or black ink only, in the ANSWER BOOK
provided.
4. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.
5. The last page of this question paper is manuscript paper intended for rough
work. You may remove it.
6. You may not have access to any musical instrument for the duration of the
examination.
7. Write neatly and legibly.
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Music/P1 3 DBE/November 2013
NSC
MARKING GRID
QUESTION TOTAL MARKER MODERATOR
MARKS
SECTION A
1 18
2 17
3.1 or 3.2 10
4 or 5 15
SUBTOTAL 60
SECTION B
6 10
7 10
8 5
9 5
10 10
11 8
12 6
13 6
14 5
SUBTOTAL 65
GRAND TOTAL 125
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Music/P1 4 DBE/November 2013
NSC
SECTION A: THEORY OF MUSIC 90 MINUTES
Answer QUESTIONS 1, 2, 3 (3.1 or 3.2) and EITHER QUESTION 4 OR QUESTION 5.
QUESTION 1 (Suggested time allocation: 20 minutes)
Study the extract from Lascia Ch'io Pianga by GF Handel and answer the questions that
follow.
Lascia Ch'io Pianga
(Extract)
GF Handel
QUESTION 1.5
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Music/P1 5 DBE/November 2013
NSC
1.1 Name the key of this song.
______________________________________________________________ (1)
1.2 Explain the A natural in bars 10–13.
______________________________________________________________ (2)
1.3 Explain the A flat in bar 14.
______________________________________________________________ (1)
1.4 Figure the chords marked (a)–(g). Name the key, chord and position in each
case, for example A: Ib or A: I6 or A: I36 or A: A/C#.
(a)___________________________
(b)___________________________
(c)___________________________
(d)___________________________
(e)___________________________
(f)___________________________
(g)___________________________ (7)
1.5 Name the cadence in bars 133–141.
_____________________________ (1)
1.6 Identify the non-chordal tones (x), (y) and (z) on the score.
(x)___________________________
(y)___________________________
(z)___________________________ (3)
1.7 Circle ONE note on the score in the vocal part which forms a suspension. (1)
1.8 Identify the musical device (compositional technique) which is used in the
vocal part in bars 91–122.
_______________________________________ (2)
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NSC
QUESTION 2 (Suggested time allocation: 15 minutes)
Answer the following questions on the theory of music.
2.1 Transcribe the melody below in the alto clef at the same pitch.
(3)
2.2 Transpose the melody below for Bb clarinet (a major 2nd higher). Insert the
new key signature.
(3)
2.3 Rewrite the melody below in a simple time signature so that the passage
sounds the same. Insert the new time signature.
(3)
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NSC
2.4 Fill in the missing notes to form a blues scale on G. Use semibreves.
(2)
2.5 Answer the following questions on intervals:
2.5.1 Identify the interval below.
_________________ (1)
2.5.2 Write the augmented fourth interval that occurs diatonically in
Bb major. Write without the key signature.
(1)
2.6 Write TWO diminished triads that occur in D minor. Write both triads in first
inversion without a key signature.
(2)
2.7 Insert the correct time signature for the following extracts.
(2)
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NSC
Answer EITHER QUESTION 3.1 OR QUESTION 3.2.
QUESTION 3 (Suggested time allocation: 25 minutes)
3.1 Use the opening motif given below to complete a twelve-bar melody in ABA
form. Add dynamic and articulation marks.
The melody will be marked according to the following guidelines:
DESCRIPTION MARK CANDIDATE'S
ALLOCATION MARK
Form and cadential points 3
Musicality: melodic shape and climax 4
Dynamics and articulation 1
Correct notation: note stems, beats per bar,
2
accidentals, spacing
TOTAL 10
[10]
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NSC
3.2 Use the opening motif given below to complete a twelve-bar melody in ABA
form. Add dynamic and articulation marks.
The melody will be marked according to the following guidelines:
DESCRIPTION MARK CANDIDATE'S
ALLOCATION MARK
Form and cadential points 3
Musicality: melodic shape and climax 4
Dynamics and articulation 1
Correct notation: note stems, beats per bar,
2
accidentals, spacing
TOTAL 10
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NSC
Answer EITHER QUESTION 4 OR QUESTION 5.
QUESTION 4 (Suggested time allocation: 30 minutes)
Complete the four-part vocal harmonisation below by adding the alto, tenor and bass
parts. You will be credited for the creative use of non-chordal notes.
The harmonisation will be marked according to the following guidelines:
DESCRIPTION MARK CANDIDATE'S
ALLOCATION MARK
Correctness: doubling, spacing, voice-
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leading, parallel movement, etc.
Choice of chords: progression, cadences 12
General impression: creativity, non-chordal
4
notes
TOTAL 30 ÷ 2 = 15
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NSC
QUESTION 5 (Suggested time allocation: 30 minutes)
Complete the piano piece Where am I? in the style of the material given below by
adding suitable chords in the bass part.
The piece will be marked according to the following guidelines:
DESCRIPTION MARK CANDIDATE'S
ALLOCATION MARK
Choice of appropriate chords, accidentals 12
Correctness: rhythm, note stems, chord
12
voicing
General impression: creativity, articulation 6
TOTAL 30 ÷ 2 = 15
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TOTAL SECTION A: 60
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NSC
SECTION B: GENERAL MUSIC KNOWLEDGE 90 MINUTES
Answer the questions in this section in the ANSWER BOOK.
QUESTION 6
Brahms was an expert at creating large-scale form structures and using a wide range
of moods in his works.
Expand on this statement by writing an essay on the form and moods used in the
fourth movement of Brahms' Symphony No. 4 in E minor.
Marks will be allocated as follows:
Form: 5 marks
Mood: 4 marks
Essay format: 1 mark [10]
QUESTION 7
7.1 Compare swing and bebop with regard to:
• Melody
• Rhythm and tempo
• Instrumentation
• Form (4 x 2) (8)
7.2 Name ONE artist for each of the jazz styles mentioned in QUESTION 7.1. (2)
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NSC
QUESTION 8
Choose ONE of the music examples below and answer the questions that follow.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
8.1 Write down the letter (a–e) of your choice. Name the work and composer of
your chosen example, for example (f) The Creation – J Haydn. (1)
8.2 Describe the genre that is represented by your chosen work. (4)
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NSC
QUESTION 9
Choose ONE of the following works that you have studied and answer the questions
that follow:
• Debussy: Voiles, from Preludes Book 1
OR
• Stravinsky: The Rite of Spring
OR
• Lerner and Loewe: My Fair Lady: The Rain in Spain
AND/OR
Leonard Bernstein: West Side Story: Maria
AND/OR
A Lloyd Webber: Phantom of the Opera: All I ask of You
(If you choose this option, refer to TWO of the songs)
Write a paragraph on the characteristics of your chosen work and refer to the following
elements:
• Mood
• Tonality
• Rhythm
• Melody
• Dynamics [5]
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NSC
QUESTION 10
Study Themes A–D from the National Anthem of South Africa below and answer the
questions that follow.
10.1 Name the language in which each extract is sung. Write only the letter (A–D)
and the language in the ANSWER BOOK. (4)
10.2 Name the original composer of each extract. Write only the letter (A–D) and
the name of the composer in the ANSWER BOOK. (2)
10.3 Name TWO people who were involved in writing the text of the National
Anthem and state for which language they were responsible. (4)
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NSC
QUESTION 11
Study the table below and answer the questions that follow.
A B C
COMPOSER STYLE CHARACTERISTICS WORK
Niel van der (a) Text is mostly light-hearted and playful 1 Ma Ngificwa Ukufa
Watt
(b) Combines African poetry with orchestral 2 Ndzhaka ya tinsimu
Mzilikazi accompaniment
Khumalo 3 Famban' Kahle
(c) Uses various languages, including Latin
SJ Khoza 4 Liedwerk van klip
(d) Music is exclusively vocal
5 Ushaka
(e) Uses extended tonality kaSenzangakhona
(f) Uses spoken text with humming sounds 6 Misa de Meridiana
Terra
POPULAR
STYLE CHARACTERISTICS SONG/ALBUM
ARTIST
Mandoza (g) Lyrics portray social and political issues 7 Rastas Never Die
Lucky Dube (h) Includes folk and country styles 8 Toeka Ma' Local
Steve Hofmeyr (i) Combines hip-hop and mbaqanga 9 Klaimer
(j) Lyrics are often autobiographic in origin 10 She's a Woman
(k) Singing voice soft and gentle 11 Prisoner
(l) Lyrics often chanted or shouted 12 Nkalakatha
11.1 Choose ONE South African composer from COLUMN A and write down his
name in the ANSWER BOOK.
Choose TWO style characteristics from COLUMN B and TWO works from
COLUMN C associated with this composer. Write only the letters (a–f) and
numbers (1–6) next to the composer's name.
EXAMPLE: Composer: Hendrik Hofmeyr: m, n, 13, 14 (4)
11.2 Choose ONE South African popular artist from COLUMN A and write down
his name in the ANSWER BOOK.
Choose TWO style characteristics from COLUMN B and TWO songs/albums
from COLUMN C associated with this artist. Write only the letters (g–l) and
numbers (7–12) next to the artist's name.
EXAMPLE: Artist: Miriam Makeba: p, q, 15, 16 (4)
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NSC
QUESTION 12
Write a paragraph on ONE of the popular artists/bands below that you have studied.
• Metallica
• Michael Jackson
• David Bowie
• Oasis
• Spice Girls
• Westlife
Indicate your chosen artist/band and write on the following aspects:
• Style of popular music
• FOUR musical style characteristics
• ONE hit song/album [6]
QUESTION 13
Answer the questions below on the African choral work (Monna e Motenya or Plea
from Africa or Gabi Gabi) you have studied.
13.1 Explain the meaning of the text in your own words. (2)
13.2 State THREE musical characteristics found in the work. (3)
13.3 Name the form of the work. (1)
[6]
QUESTION 14
Describe ONE of the following music styles.
• Kwaito
• Music for social occasions
• Moppies and ghoema songs [5]
TOTAL SECTION B: 65
GRAND TOTAL: 125
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