Why study Music? • Music is a Science • Music is mathematical • Music is a Foreign Language • Music is History • Music is Physical Education • Music Develops insight and demands Research • Music is all of these things, but most of all Music is an Art Research has shown that Music is a highly desirable subject when applying to University to study any course. Studying Music A Level will show that you are able to consistently engage in higher level thinking, apply knowledge in original and ingenious ways, and above all that you are a dedicated, passionate individual. Students will develop performance skills (solo and/or ensemble), compose music and learn about harmony. They will build up their aural and analytical skills by studying selections from the Anthology of Music and wider listening.
A grade 6 in GCSE Music is preferred. The student must also be able to play at least one instrument at a good standard (can be voice). Musical Theory Exams such as ABRSM Theory would be beneficial.
Unit 1: Performance - 30% of the total A Level marks. This unit gives students opportunities to extend their performance skills as soloists and/or as part of an ensemble. Pupils perform an 8 minute recital at the end of the course. Unit 2 : Compositions and Technical study - 30% of the total A Level marks. This unit has two sections: composition and technical study. Unit 3: Further Musical Understanding - 40% of the total A Level marks. This unit focuses on listening to music, familiar and unfamiliar, and understanding how it works.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Dove Bank, Uttoxeter, ST14 8DU |
Why study Music? • Music is a Science • Music is mathematical • Music is a Foreign Language • Music is History • Music is Physical Education • Music Develops insight and demands Research • Music is all of these things, but most of all Music is an Art Research has shown that Music is a highly desirable subject when applying to University to study any course. Studying Music A Level will show that you are able to consistently engage in higher level thinking, apply knowledge in original and ingenious ways, and above all that you are a dedicated, passionate individual. Students will develop performance skills (solo and/or ensemble), compose music and learn about harmony. They will build up their aural and analytical skills by studying selections from the Anthology of Music and wider listening.
A grade 6 in GCSE Music is preferred. The student must also be able to play at least one instrument at a good standard (can be voice). Musical Theory Exams such as ABRSM Theory would be beneficial.
Unit 1: Performance - 30% of the total A Level marks. This unit gives students opportunities to extend their performance skills as soloists and/or as part of an ensemble. Pupils perform an 8 minute recital at the end of the course. Unit 2 : Compositions and Technical study - 30% of the total A Level marks. This unit has two sections: composition and technical study. Unit 3: Further Musical Understanding - 40% of the total A Level marks. This unit focuses on listening to music, familiar and unfamiliar, and understanding how it works.