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Advance VCE 3&4 with 20 lessons led by Melbourne High Head of Music, aligning SAC prep with listening analysis, writing support, and final exam strategy. Austin Education has delivered Year 1–12 and UCAT tutoring across Melbourne since 2013, with online classes available Australia-wide.

HomeCoursesMusic ProgramsVCE Music Repertoire Performance & VCE Music Contemporary Performance Unit 3&4 – Written

VCE Music Unit 3&4 Written Course

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Ausyouth Music — Most Comprehensive AMEB Music Theory Program in Australia

Unique Highlights

Our Unique Advantages

Most Comprehensive Curriculum in Australia - We offer a full progression from Grade 1 to 6, including Theory of Music and Musicianship streams
Expert Educators, AMEB Specialists - Our teaching team includes accredited musicians, Director/Head of Music at renowned schools
Proven Results, High Distinctions - Students regularly achieve A and A+ results with several receiving scholarships at prestigious private schools
Engaging, Student-Centred Pedagogy - Classes use colour-coded visuals, call-and-response exercises, and real-score analysis
Integrated Aural + Theory Support - We integrate aural training to help students connect notation with sound
Personalized Learning Paths - Tailored instruction to each student's needs, instrument background, and pace of learning
Practice & Feedback System - Weekly homework assignments with detailed written feedback on each submission
Flexible Delivery: In-Person + Online - Face-to-face classes, live Zoom sessions, weekly sessions or intensive holiday programs
Exam Strategy & Readiness Coaching - Dedicated exam preparation modules with simulated practice exams under timed conditions
Supportive Learning Community - Warm and collaborative environment with active parent-student communication

VCE Music Repertoire Performance & VCE Music Contemporary Performance Unit 3&4 – Written

Instructor: Mr Gareth De Korte – Head of Music, Melbourne High School | Senior VCE Music Instructor

Performance-Driven Listening Analysis

  • Students develop critical listening skills for written assessment that directly inform their performance decisions
  • Through structured analysis of musical elements such as tone colour, articulation, dynamics, phrasing, and style
  • They learn to articulate and apply insights from professional and peer performances
Course Feature Background

Integrated Learning Approach

  • The course helps students connect what they hear with how they perform
  • Cultivating a deeper understanding of stylistic authenticity, historical context, and expressive detail
Course Feature Background

Course Structure

Course Duration

20 x 1-hour lessons across the academic year

  • Designed to bridge performance and theory through a focused, year-long program centred on listening analysis
  • Supports students in mastering the skills required to succeed in both SACs and the final written exam
  • While deepening their musical interpretation and critical thinking

Phase 1: SAC Preparation

15 Fortnightly Lessons (Terms 1–3)

  • Aligned with SAC assessment schedule
  • Focus on listening analysis, terminology, and written response techniques
  • Step-by-step support to prepare students for SACs with guided practice and feedback
  • Emphasis on analysing own and others' performances, articulating musical choices

Phase 2: Final Written Exam Support

5 Weekly Lessons (Term 4 pre-exam period)

  • Intensive revision and exam strategy workshops
  • Regular timed practice with Section A & B exam-style questions
  • Deepening understanding of stylistic features, historical context, and listening comparison
  • Individualised feedback to strengthen written expression and analytical clarity
  • Mock exam arrangement, supporting students with confidence for the final written exam in Nov.

Course Focus: Listening Analysis

Core listening skills

Musical Elements Analysis

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Learn to identify key musical elements such as texture, articulation, tone colour, dynamics, phrasing, and style in recorded and live performances

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