The Power of Progress: Your Progression: From Skills to Scholarship
The M.U.S.I.C. system is not just a collection of grades; it's a roadmap for musical and intellectual growth. It shows a clear path from fundamental skill-building to the advanced, independent scholarly work that prepares students for university and beyond.
Here is a summary of what achievement looks like at each stage within our M.U.S.I.C. framework:
Stage | Levels | Primary Goal | The Focus of Assessment |
Elementary | 1–4 | Foundational Proficiency | Accuracy and Application of basic concepts (scales, simple harmony, rhythm). |
Intermediate | 5–8 | Analytical Independence | Rigour and Synthesis of advancingly complex theoretical concepts (modulations, form, historical context, advanced part-writing). |
Advanced | 9–12 | Scholarly/Creative Leadership | Originality and Critical Advocacy (unique research, advanced critique, groundbreaking composition, polymathic connections). |
At every level, whether your student is working on the essentials or producing work of true distinction, the M.U.S.I.C. system provides clear, actionable feedback tied directly to their personal learning journey.