IB DP Music SL
Music SL is the Standard Level course for Music. It covers performing, creating and exploring music across cultures and contexts.
Standard Level (SL) courses cover the essential content and skills in roughly 150 teaching hours, giving a solid foundation without the added depth and breadth of Higher Level.
What students will do
- Perform and compose
- Analyse musical features
- Connect music with its context
Internal assessment
Students complete creating and performing tasks, which contributes to the final grade alongside the external exams.
Revision tip
Share work-in-progress with a friend or teacher early. Feedback while there is still time to act on it is worth more than praise at the end.
Should I choose HL or HL?
Choose HL for subjects you enjoy most or may study at university, and SL for the rest. Your teacher or DP coordinator can advise on the right balance.