For keen musicians from all musical backgrounds ranging from the classical to the more popular. The course involves performing, composing, and history and analysis of music from the 1600s to the present day, including film and television music and popular music. It will be demanding both practically and academically and is well respected by all universities for entry to many different courses. If you are a keen and able musician this would be an excellent course to study.
4 GSCE Grades B/5 or above, plus at least a Grade 4 in English Language and Mathematics. You do not need to have a GCSE in music to study this course although that would certainly be a good basis from which to start. You should be a competent player on your chosen instrument of about grade 5 in standard and be able to read music, even if only to a very basic level.
Unit 1 - Performing (40%) Unit 2 - Composing (30%) - Coursework portfolio and instrumental composition. Unit 3 - Examination (30%) Unit 4 - Performing (40%) - 20-minute recital, Viva Voce based on your recital programme. Unit 5 - Composing (30%) - Stylistic techniques, composition. Unit 6 - Examination (30%) - based on a variety of music including programme music and music for the stage and screen.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Queen's Road West, Accrington, BB5 4AY |
For keen musicians from all musical backgrounds ranging from the classical to the more popular. The course involves performing, composing, and history and analysis of music from the 1600s to the present day, including film and television music and popular music. It will be demanding both practically and academically and is well respected by all universities for entry to many different courses. If you are a keen and able musician this would be an excellent course to study.
4 GSCE Grades B/5 or above, plus at least a Grade 4 in English Language and Mathematics. You do not need to have a GCSE in music to study this course although that would certainly be a good basis from which to start. You should be a competent player on your chosen instrument of about grade 5 in standard and be able to read music, even if only to a very basic level.
Unit 1 - Performing (40%) Unit 2 - Composing (30%) - Coursework portfolio and instrumental composition. Unit 3 - Examination (30%) Unit 4 - Performing (40%) - 20-minute recital, Viva Voce based on your recital programme. Unit 5 - Composing (30%) - Stylistic techniques, composition. Unit 6 - Examination (30%) - based on a variety of music including programme music and music for the stage and screen.