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2023 HSC Music 1 aural paper

4 questions, 30 marks. Every question has its recording. The official marking guidelines cover every question.

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  1. Question 1

    6 marks

    Outline the use of duration in this excerpt.

    The Swingles — 15 Step; excerpt 1 minute 49 seconds, played FIVE times

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  2. Question 2

    8 marks

    Explain how interest is maintained in this excerpt. Refer to TWO concepts in your answer.

    The Smashing Pumpkins — 1979; excerpt 1 minute 40 seconds, played FIVE times

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  3. Question 3

    8 marks

    Describe the use of texture in this excerpt.

    Batzorig Vaanchig — The Beautiful Steppe; excerpt 1 minute 30 seconds, played FIVE times

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  4. Question 4

    8 marks

    Describe how performing media is used to create contrast in this excerpt.

    Cosmo Sheldrake — Come Along; excerpt 1 minute 41 seconds, played SIX times

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