The Eduqas A level in Music offers a broad and coherent course of study that encourages learners to: • Develop performing skills to demonstrate an understanding of musical elements, style, sense of continuity, interpretation, and expression. • Develop composing skills to demonstrate the manipulation of musical ideas and the use of musical devices and conventions. • Recognise the interdependence of musical knowledge, understanding, and skills, and make links between performing, composing, and appraising, underpinned by attentive listening. • Develop knowledge and understanding of a variety of instruments and styles, and of relevant approaches to both performing and composing. • Appraise contrasting genres, styles, and traditions of music, and develop an understanding of musical contexts and a coherent awareness of musical chronology. • Reflect critically and make personal judgments on their own and others’ music. • Engage with, and extend the appreciation of, the diverse heritage of music to promote personal, social, intellectual, and cultural development. Why study this subject at A-Level? This course allows you to demonstrate your commitment to and enjoyment of music. You will need the ability to work independently and to a deadline. A-level music is also a recognized A-Level for almost every degree course (including Medicine, Law, and Oxbridge degrees). Summary of the course • Performing—In conjunction with instrumental teachers • Composition • Year 12: Term 1—Harmony; Term 2—Composition tasks; Term 3—Free composition. Year 13: Free composition and composition to a brief set by the exam board. • Listening/Appraisal • Western Classical Tradition: The Symphony 1750-1900 • Jazz: 1920-1960 (Ragtime, Dixieland, Early Jazz, Big Band (inc. Swing), Be-Bop, Cool Jazz) • Into the Twentieth Century: 1895-1935 (Impressionism, Expressionism (inc. Serialism), Neo-Classicism)
Grade 5 in at least five GCSE subjects and at least Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics and English Language. Applicants will require at least a Grade 6 in GCSE Music and play to at least Grade 5 standard on at least one instrument. Students who have successfully passed at least Grade 5 practical AND Grade 5 theory will be considered as an alternative to GCSE Music. The ability to play a keyboard instrument to at least Grade 3 level is extremely useful. Fluent knowledge of treble and bass clef is essential. Students must receive instrumental lessons throughout the course (in school or external)
Performing (live recital, external examiner visits the school) • 25% Option: 6-8min live recital, minimum 2 pieces. • 35% Option: 10-12 minute live recital, minimum 3 pieces. Composing (sent away to be assessed) • 25% option: 4-6mins of composition. One composition to a brief set by the exam board, one ’free’ composition. • 35% Option: 8-10mins of composition. One composition to a brief set by the exam board, one ‘free’ composition, one composition relating to another area of study. Listening/Appraising 40% • Written/listening exam taken at the end of Year 13.
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| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Boys |
| Address | Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1PL |
The Eduqas A level in Music offers a broad and coherent course of study that encourages learners to: • Develop performing skills to demonstrate an understanding of musical elements, style, sense of continuity, interpretation, and expression. • Develop composing skills to demonstrate the manipulation of musical ideas and the use of musical devices and conventions. • Recognise the interdependence of musical knowledge, understanding, and skills, and make links between performing, composing, and appraising, underpinned by attentive listening. • Develop knowledge and understanding of a variety of instruments and styles, and of relevant approaches to both performing and composing. • Appraise contrasting genres, styles, and traditions of music, and develop an understanding of musical contexts and a coherent awareness of musical chronology. • Reflect critically and make personal judgments on their own and others’ music. • Engage with, and extend the appreciation of, the diverse heritage of music to promote personal, social, intellectual, and cultural development. Why study this subject at A-Level? This course allows you to demonstrate your commitment to and enjoyment of music. You will need the ability to work independently and to a deadline. A-level music is also a recognized A-Level for almost every degree course (including Medicine, Law, and Oxbridge degrees). Summary of the course • Performing—In conjunction with instrumental teachers • Composition • Year 12: Term 1—Harmony; Term 2—Composition tasks; Term 3—Free composition. Year 13: Free composition and composition to a brief set by the exam board. • Listening/Appraisal • Western Classical Tradition: The Symphony 1750-1900 • Jazz: 1920-1960 (Ragtime, Dixieland, Early Jazz, Big Band (inc. Swing), Be-Bop, Cool Jazz) • Into the Twentieth Century: 1895-1935 (Impressionism, Expressionism (inc. Serialism), Neo-Classicism)
Grade 5 in at least five GCSE subjects and at least Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics and English Language. Applicants will require at least a Grade 6 in GCSE Music and play to at least Grade 5 standard on at least one instrument. Students who have successfully passed at least Grade 5 practical AND Grade 5 theory will be considered as an alternative to GCSE Music. The ability to play a keyboard instrument to at least Grade 3 level is extremely useful. Fluent knowledge of treble and bass clef is essential. Students must receive instrumental lessons throughout the course (in school or external)
Performing (live recital, external examiner visits the school) • 25% Option: 6-8min live recital, minimum 2 pieces. • 35% Option: 10-12 minute live recital, minimum 3 pieces. Composing (sent away to be assessed) • 25% option: 4-6mins of composition. One composition to a brief set by the exam board, one ’free’ composition. • 35% Option: 8-10mins of composition. One composition to a brief set by the exam board, one ‘free’ composition, one composition relating to another area of study. Listening/Appraising 40% • Written/listening exam taken at the end of Year 13.