# Music Grade 12 P1 NSC November 2013 Question Paper (English) > Grade 12 Music Paper 1 question paper from the NSC November Exam 2013 (English), 18 pages. Read online or get the free PDF download, memo linked when available. - Page: https://www.hlayiso.com/library/music-p1-nov-2013-eng/10ab259e-fea8-45e0-a471-d62b7dd77022 - Updated: 2026-09-27 - Subject: Music - Grade: Grade 12 - Document type: Question paper - Year: 2013 - Exam period: NSC November Exam - Paper: 1 - Curriculum: CAPS - Pages: 18 Breadcrumbs: [Home](https://www.hlayiso.com/) › [Library](https://www.hlayiso.com/library) › [Grade 12](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-12) › [Music](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-12/music) › [Music Grade 12 P1 NSC November 2013 Question Paper (English)](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/music-p1-nov-2013-eng/10ab259e-fea8-45e0-a471-d62b7dd77022) ## About this document Music · Grade 12 · NSC November Exam · 2013. Question paper, 18 pages. 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 Downloaded from hlayiso.com NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 MUSIC P1 NOVEMBER 2013 CENTRE NUMBER: EXAMINATION NUMBER: MARKS: 125 TIME: 3 hours This question paper consists of 17 pages and 1 page of manuscript paper. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 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. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 3 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 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 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 4 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 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 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 5 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 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) [18] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 6 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 6 DBE/November 2013 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) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 7 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 7 DBE/November 2013 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) [17] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 8 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 8 DBE/November 2013 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] OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 9 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 9 DBE/November 2013 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 [10] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 10 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 10 DBE/November 2013 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- 14 leading, parallel movement, etc. Choice of chords: progression, cadences 12 General impression: creativity, non-chordal 4 notes TOTAL 30 ÷ 2 = 15 [15] OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 11 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 11 DBE/November 2013 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 [15] TOTAL SECTION A: 60 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 12 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 12 DBE/November 2013 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) [10] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 13 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 13 DBE/November 2013 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) [5] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 14 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 14 DBE/November 2013 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] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 15 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 15 DBE/November 2013 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) [10] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 16 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 16 DBE/November 2013 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) [8] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 17 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 17 DBE/November 2013 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 Copyright reserved ### Page 18 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Music/P1 DBE/November 2013 NSC _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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