# Music Grade 12 P1 NSC November 2023 Question Paper (English)

> Grade 12 Music Paper 1 question paper from the NSC November Exam 2023 (English), 27 pages. Read online or get the free PDF download, memo linked when available.

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                                 NATIONAL
                            SENIOR CERTIFICATE

                                  GRADE 12

                                    MUSIC P1

                                NOVEMBER 2023

MARKS: 120

TIME: 3 hours

CENTRE NUMBER:

EXAMINATION NUMBER:

     This question paper consists of 26 pages and 1 sheet of manuscript paper.

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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1.         This question paper consists of FIVE sections, namely SECTIONS A, B, C, D
           and E.

2.         SECTIONS A and B are COMPULSORY.

3.         SECTION C: INDIGENOUS AFRICAN MUSIC (IAM), SECTION D: JAZZ and
           SECTION E: WESTERN ART MUSIC (WAM) are choice questions. Answer
           only ONE of these sections (SECTION C OR D OR E).

4.         Write ALL music notation in SECTION A in pencil and ALL written text in blue
           or black ink on this question paper.

5.         Answer SECTION B and SECTION C OR D OR E in blue or black ink in the
           ANSWER BOOK provided.

6.         Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
           question paper.

7.         The last page of this question paper is manuscript paper intended for rough
           work. Candidates may NOT remove this page.

8.         Candidates may NOT have access to any musical instrument for the duration
           of this examination.

9.         Candidates must take note of the mark allocation for each question to provide
           enough information in their answers.

10.        Write neatly and legibly.

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MARKING GRID

           SECTION     QUESTION        MARKS   MARKER   MODERATOR
 A: THEORY OF MUSIC       1              15
    (COMPULSORY)
                          2              15
                          3              15
                          4              15
                       SUBTOTAL          60
                               AND
 B: GENERAL MUSIC
    KNOWLEDGE             5              10
    (COMPULSORY)
                       SUBTOTAL          10
                               AND
 C: IAM                   6              20
                          7               5
                          8               5
                          9               5
                          10             15
                       SUBTOTAL          50
                                  OR
 D: JAZZ                  11             20
                          12              5
                          13              5
                          14              5
                          15             15
                       SUBTOTAL          50
                                  OR
 E: WAM                   16             20
                          17              5
                          18              5
                          19              5
                          20             15
                       SUBTOTAL          50

                     GRAND TOTAL         120

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SECTION A: THEORY OF MUSIC (COMPULSORY)                                      (90 minutes)

Answer SECTION A 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 at each asterisk (*) indicated below.

                                                                                                  (2)

1.2   Complete a major triad in close position above the given root note.

                                                                                                  (1)

1.3   Write a diminished triad in first inversion that appears diatonically in the
      D harmonic minor scale. Use accidentals instead of a key signature.

                                                                                                  (1)

1.4   Study the extract below and answer the questions that follow.

      1.4.1    Name the inversion of the interval at (M) according to type and distance.

                                                                                                  (1)

      1.4.2    Write the interval at (N) as a compound diminished 5th. Use semibreves.

                                                                                                  (1)

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      1.4.3    Name ONE articulation indication used in this extract.

                                                                                                 (1)

      1.4.4    Give the Italian term for the sign above the last note.

                                                                                                 (1)

1.5   Write the scales below according to the given instructions.

      1.5.1    A descending blues scale starting on the given note

                                                                                                 (2)

      1.5.2    Fill in the missing notes under the asterisks (*) to complete a major scale
               starting and ending on the dominant. Do NOT use a key signature.

                                                                                                 (3)

1.6   Complete the following descending chromatic scale:

                                                                                                 (2)
                                                                                                 [15]

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QUESTION 2                                                                  (25 minutes)

Answer EITHER QUESTION 2.1 OR QUESTION 2.2.

2.1        Complete the opening below to form a twelve-bar melody in ternary form for
           any single-line melodic instrument of your choice. Name the instrument and
           supply a suitable tempo indication. Add dynamic and articulation indications at
           appropriate places.

Instrument: __________________________

Tempo:         __________________________

The melody will be marked according to the criteria below.

                             DESCRIPTION                                 MAX.        MARK
 Form and cadential points                                                  3

 Correctness
                                                                            2
 Beats per bar, note stems, grouping, spacing and accidentals
 Quality
                                                                           10
 Suitability of instrument, tempo, articulation, dynamics, musicality

 TOTAL                                                                     15
                                                                                                   [15]

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2.2        Complete the opening below in sol-fa notation OR in staff notation to form a
           twelve-bar melody in ternary form for voice. Name the voice type and supply a
           suitable tempo indication. Add dynamic indications at appropriate places.
           Do NOT add lyrics. Use only ONE notation system.

Voice type:    __________________________

Tempo:         __________________________

The melody will be marked according to the criteria below.

                             DESCRIPTION                                 MAX. MARK

Form and cadential points                                                  3
Correctness
Sol-fa notation: rhythmic and pitch indications
                                                                           2
Staff notation: beats per bar, note stems, grouping, spacing and
accidentals
Quality
                                                                           10
Suitability of range, tempo, performance indications, musicality

TOTAL                                                                      15
                                                                                               [15]

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QUESTION 3                                                      (10 minutes)

Answer EITHER QUESTION 3.1 OR QUESTION 3.2.

3.1        Study the extract below and answer the questions.

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           3.1.1     Figure the chords at (a) to (g) on the score using Roman numerals,
                     e.g. viio6/viiob.                                                           (7)

           3.1.2     Name the cadence formed at (Z) and figure the chords on the
                     score.

                                                                                                 (3)

           3.1.3     Comment on the bass line in bars 1 to 33.

                                                                                                 (1)

           3.1.4     Name the type of non-harmonic notes at (i) to (iv).

                     (i)

                     (ii)

                     (iii)

                     (iv)                                                                        (4)
                                                                                                 [15]

                                             OR

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3.2        Study the extract below and answer the questions.

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           3.2.1     Identify the chords at (a) to (g). Write the chord symbols in the
                     spaces provided above the staves, e.g. G/B.                                 (7)

           3.2.2     Name the cadence which is formed at (Z) and write the chord
                     symbols at (m) and (n).

                                                                                                 (3)

           3.2.3     Comment on the use of the Eb in bar 8.

                                                                                                 (1)

           3.2.4     Name the type of non-harmonic notes at (i) to (iv).

                     (i)

                     (ii)

                     (iii)

                     (iv)                                                                        (4)
                                                                                                 [15]

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QUESTION 4                                                              (30 minutes)

Answer EITHER QUESTION 4.1 OR QUESTION 4.2.

4.1        Complete the four-part vocal harmonisation below by adding the alto, tenor
           and bass parts. Harmonise in crotchets (use a minim in bar 4) and
           demonstrate the following:
              Passing second inversion ( ) progression                                      (3)
              Cadential second inversion ( ) progression                                    (2)
              Interrupted cadence                                                           (2)
              Dominant seventh chord                                                        (1)

The harmonisation will be marked according to the criteria below.

         DESCRIPTION                     MAX.         MARK
 Choice of chords                          15
 Notation and voice leading                 8
 Quality                                    7
                                        (30 ÷ 2)
 TOTAL
                                          = 15                                               [15]

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4.2        Complete the sixteen-bar piece below by adding suitable harmonic material.
           Continue in the style suggested by the given material in bar 1. Include the
           following:

              Harmonic realisation of the given chord symbols                                (4)
              ii – V – I progression in D                                                    (3)
              At least ONE ʹsusʹ chord (chord with suspension)                               (1)
              A 13th chord                                                                   (1)

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The answer will be marked according to the criteria below.

         DESCRIPTION               MAX.            MARK
 Choice of chords                    15
 Notation and voice leading          8
 Quality                             7
                                  (30 ÷ 2)
 TOTAL
                                    = 15                                               [15]

                                                             TOTAL SECTION A:          60

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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)

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 5.1.5),
           e.g. 5.1.6 E.

           5.1.1     Parties who benefit from needletime rights are …

                     A   composers.
                     B   producers.
                     C   session artists.
                     D   All the above-mentioned                                                 (1)

           5.1.2     Which ONE of the following is NOT a function of SAMRO?

                     A   SAMRO collects licence fees.
                     B   SAMRO pays royalties to composers.
                     C   SAMRO arranges funerals for its members.
                     D   SAMRO organises music competitions.                                     (1)

           5.1.3     Royalties are …

                     A   payments made to a composer of a song performed in public.
                     B   collected by licensing agencies.
                     C   paid to a legal beneficiary of a composer up to fifty years after
                         the composerʹs death.
                     D   All the above-mentioned                                                 (1)

           5.1.4     SAMPRA administers …

                     A   performance rights.
                     B   mechanical rights.
                     C   human rights.
                     D   needletime rights.                                                      (1)

           5.1.5     A licence fee for the playing of background music is NOT paid
                     by …

                     A   schools and hospitals.
                     B   prisons.
                     C   restaurants and malls.
                     D   private homes.                                                          (1)

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5.2        Name FOUR steps in the value chain before an instrumental piece of music is
           distributed.                                                                       (2)

5.3        Explain the difference between members of CAPASSO and those of a
           recording company, e.g. EMI.                                                       (1)

5.4        Name TWO exclusive rights that copyright owners have regarding their own
           work.                                                                              (2)

                                                                 TOTAL SECTION B:             10

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Answer SECTION C (IAM)
OR SECTION D (JAZZ)
OR SECTION E (WAM) in the ANSWER BOOK.

SECTION C: INDIGENOUS AFRICAN MUSIC (IAM)

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     Which ONE of the following instruments can produce two or more
                     different notes at the same time?

                     A   Djembe
                     B   Dinaka
                     C   Lesiba
                     D   Mbira                                                                 (1)

           6.1.2     With which ONE of the following items is maskanda associated?

                     A   Amahubo
                     B   Organ sound
                     C   A cappella
                     D   Ukucothoza                                                            (1)

           6.1.3     Which statement best defines polyrhythm?

                     A   The simultaneous combination of contrasting rhythms
                     B   A drummer moving rhythmically between the pitches of a drum
                     C   A combination of note values in a rhythmic composition
                     D   A combination of different pitches in a music composition             (1)

           6.1.4     Homophony is an element associated with …

                     A   tonality.
                     B   texture.
                     C   timbre.
                     D   None of the above-mentioned                                           (1)

           6.1.5     Which scale is typically used in indigenous African music?

                     A   Pentatonic scale
                     B   Whole-tone scale
                     C   Chromatic scale
                     D   All the above-mentioned                                               (1)

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6.2        Define the following terms:
           6.2.1      Amantombazane in maskanda                                                   (1)
           6.2.2      Malombo music                                                               (1)
           6.2.3      Crepitation                                                                 (1)
6.3        Select TWO terms from the list below that best describe Spokes Mashiyane's
           Banana Ba Rustenburg:

              Izihlabo
              Kwela
              Izibongo
              Swing
              Overtones
              Umgqashiyo                                                                         (2)

6.4        Describe the characteristics of ONE of the dances below. Write down the
           name of the dance.

           Refer to the following: cultural origin, description of dance, context and the
           name of an instrument.

              Tshikona
              Borankana
              Muchongolo
              Mohobelo
              Isitshikitsha
              Indlamu
              Dinaka
              Sibhaca                                                                            (4)

6.5        Explain the spiritual role of music in African ceremonies.                             (3)

6.6        Choose a feature of kwela in COLUMN B that matches the element in
           COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A–G) next to the question numbers
           (6.6.1 to 6.6.3) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 6.6.4 H.

                        COLUMN A                                    COLUMN B
           6.6.1       Melody                       A    I-IV-I-V

           6.6.2       Harmonic progression         B    Bass line plays the melody

           6.6.3       Rhythm                       C    I-IV-V-IV

                                                    D    Short repetitive motives

                                                    E    Straight beat

                                                    F    Shuffle rhythm

                                                    G    Melorhythms                              (3)
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QUESTION 7

Explain how TWO of the following elements of music are used in African music:

     Harmony
     Melody
     Rhythm                                                                                  [5]

QUESTION 8

8.1     Describe TWO pre-performance rituals in isicathamiya.                                 (2)

8.2     Choose THREE of the following components and explain the amaZulu cultural
        customs associated with EACH in isicathamiya:

           Pitch
           Rhythm
           Composition
           Performance techniques                                                            (3)
                                                                                              [5]

QUESTION 9

The following extract is a typical maskanda song:

9.1     Identify the artist of the extract above.                                             (1)

9.2     Discuss the role of the backing vocalists as used in maskanda music.                  (4)
                                                                                              [5]

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QUESTION 10

Mbaqanga is a music style that developed as a result of changes in the political, social
and cultural climate.

Expand on this statement by discussing how these changes influenced the
development of mbaqanga. Refer to the political, social and cultural background, as
well as the relevant musical influences. Name ONE artist/band and ONE song.

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
Political, social and cultural background                          5
Musical influences                                                 5
Artist/Band and song                                               2
Logical presentation and structure of the essay                    3
TOTAL                                                              15                             [15]

                                                                    TOTAL SECTION C:              50

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SECTION D: JAZZ

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 scale is typically used in jazz music?

                     A   Pentatonic scale
                     B   Blues scale
                     C   Major scale
                     D   All the above-mentioned                                                (1)

           11.1.2    Which instrument is NOT typically part of a big band?

                     A   Oboe
                     B   Trombone
                     C   Drum kit
                     D   Saxophone                                                              (1)

           11.1.3    Which statement best defines polyrhythm?

                     A   The simultaneous combination of contrasting rhythms
                     B   A drummer moving rhythmically between the pitches of a drum
                     C   A combination of note values in a rhythmic composition
                     D   A combination of different pitches in a music composition              (1)

           11.1.4    Homophony is an element associated with …

                     A   tonality.
                     B   texture.
                     C   timbre.
                     D   None of the above-mentioned                                            (1)

           11.1.5    Which ONE of the following items is NOT associated with kwela?

                     A   Straight rhythms
                     B   Primary chords
                     C   Improvisation
                     D   Cyclic harmony                                                         (1)

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11.2       Describe the following terms:

           11.2.1     Cyclic chords

           11.2.2     Ragtime rhythm

           11.2.3     Swing rhythm                                                                  (3)

11.3       Select TWO items that best describe Miriam Makebaʹs Lakutshonʹ Ilanga:

              Bossa Nova
              Ballad
              A cappella
              Slow shuffle-like rhythm
              Bebop
              Busking                                                                              (2)

11.4       Answer the following questions regarding The Jazz Epistles:

           11.4.1     Name TWO members of this band and name the instrument that
                      EACH played.                                                                  (2)

           11.4.2     Name the style of music for which The Jazz Epistles became
                      known.                                                                        (1)

           11.4.3     Name the album which they are famous for and state its
                      importance in South African jazz history.                                     (2)

11.5       Comment on the personal sound of Feya Fakuʹs music.                                      (2)

11.6       Choose a feature of kwela in COLUMN B that matches the element in
           COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A–G) next to the question numbers
           (11.6.1 to 11.6.3) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 11.6.4 H.

                       COLUMN A                                   COLUMN B
           11.6.1     Melody                       A   I-IV-I-V

           11.6.2     Harmonic progression         B   Bass line plays the melody

           11.6.3     Rhythm                       C   I-IV-V-IV

                                                   D   Short repetitive motifs

                                                   E   Straight beat

                                                   F   Shuffle rhythm

                                                   G   Melorhythms                                  (3)
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QUESTION 12

The following extract was composed by Abdullah Ibrahim:

12.1       Identify the composition.                                                              (1)

12.2       Explain how this extract is used in the piece identified in QUESTION 12.1.             (4)
                                                                                                  [5]

QUESTION 13

Discuss the origin and instrumentation of marabi.                                                 [5]

QUESTION 14

Explain how harmony and rhythm are used in mbaqanga.                                              [5]

QUESTION 15

The Brotherhood of Breath was a big band created by Chris McGregor at the end of
the 1960s while he was in exile.

Expand on this statement by discussing how this band both conformed to and deviated
from the style of a traditional big band. Refer to style, instrumentation and the role of
improvisation in your answer. Explain how these characteristics manifested in the
composition Mra.

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
Style                                                              4
Instrumentation                                                    2
The role of improvisation                                          2
Mra                                                                4
Logical presentation and structure of the essay                    3
TOTAL                                                              15                             [15]

                                                                    TOTAL SECTION D:              50

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SECTION E: WESTERN ART MUSIC (WAM)

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    Another term for the word contrapuntal is …

                     A   monophonic.
                     B   homophonic.
                     C   heterophonic.
                     D   polyphonic.                                                           (1)

           16.1.2    Which ONE of the following is an example of compound form?

                     A   Scherzo and trio
                     B   Sonata form
                     C   ABA form
                     D   Twelve-bar blues                                                      (1)

           16.1.3    Choose the term that describes mood:

                     A   Tranquillo
                     B   Presto
                     C   Allegretto con moto
                     D   None of the above-mentioned                                           (1)

           16.1.4    Which instrument is NOT part of a string quartet?

                     A   Second violin
                     B   Double bass
                     C   Viola
                     D   None of the above-mentioned                                           (1)

           16.1.5    Transposition involves a change of …

                     A   key.
                     B   dynamics.
                     C   note values.
                     D   rhythm.                                                               (1)

16.2       Define the following terms:

           16.2.1    Melodic sequence                                                          (1)

           16.2.2    Trio ensemble                                                             (1)

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16.3       Choose TWO terms from the list below that best describe Papagenoʹs aria
           Der Vogelfänger bin ich ja from The Magic Flute by Mozart.

              Attacca
              Giocoso
              Risoluto
              Scherzando
              Rubato
              Grave                                                                           (2)

16.4       Answer the following questions on opera:

           16.4.1    Who were the founders of opera?                                           (1)

           16.4.2    Name ONE of the first composers of opera.                                 (1)

           16.4.3    Name the country where this genre originated.                             (1)

16.5       Indicate the keys of the different sections of the Hebrides Overture by
           Mendelssohn:

           16.5.1    Exposition of the first theme                                             (1)

           16.5.2    Exposition of the second theme                                            (1)

           16.5.3    Recapitulation of the second theme                                        (1)

16.6       Explain the main difference between abstract music and programme music.             (2)

16.7       Answer the following questions on the minuet and trio form:

           16.7.1    Name the overall form type.                                               (1)

           16.7.2    What is the key relationship between the minuet and the trio?             (2)
                                                                                               [20]

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QUESTION 17

The following extract is sung by Tamino in The Magic Flute by Mozart:

17.1       Give the title of the aria.                                                          (1)

17.2       Explain how the specific mood is created by the musical features of this aria.       (4)
                                                                                                [5]

QUESTION 18

Discuss the origin and orchestration of the Hebrides Overture by Mendelssohn.                   [5]

QUESTION 19

Compare Mozartʹs overture to The Magic Flute to Mendelssohnʹs Hebrides Overture.
Refer to context and form.                                                                      [5]

QUESTION 20

Beethoven's Symphony No. 6 in F major Op. 68 does not conform to the model of a
typical Classical symphony.

Expand on this statement by discussing Beethovenʹs contribution to the development
of the symphony. Refer to form and structure, orchestration and programmatic
features.

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
Form and structure                                                      4
Orchestration                                                           4
Programmatic features                                                   4
Logical presentation and structure of the essay                         3
TOTAL                                                                   15                      [15]

                                                                     TOTAL SECTION E:           50
                                                                        GRAND TOTAL:            120

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