The WJEC Eduqas A-Level in Music offers a broad and coherent course which encourages learners to engage actively in the process of music study to a higher level. It provides a natural next step from the syllabus studied for GCSE as it builds upon the three key components of performing, composing and extending knowledge and understanding of music through history and the different genres of music. Students will develop performing skills to demonstrate an understanding of musical elements, style, and sense of continuity, interpretation and expression. Their skills in composing original music will develop to demonstrate the manipulation of musical ideas and the use of musical devices and conventions. They will appraise contrasting genres, styles and traditions of music, and develop understanding of musical contexts and a coherent awareness of musical chronology. A-Level music students personally develop and mature as effective, independent learners and as critical and reflective thinkers with enquiring minds. They reflect critically and make informed personal judgements on their own and others’ music. They engage with, and extend appreciation of, the diverse heritage of music in order to promote personal, social, intellectual and cultural development. Progression Opportunities: Many Music, Drama, Art and Dance students go on to study a wide range of degrees at university level. The highest number of job opportunities remain within the creative industries. But the study of an arts subject at A-Level also speaks volumes about the person as an individual. It takes immense skill, discipline and commitment to succeed in A-Level Music. The personal skills and attributes that students develop over the two years of A-Level music study enable them to be set apart from others and they are admired and respected across a range of sectors and industries for their talent, creativity and cultural knowledge. For further information, please see Dr McGowan or Mr Plant
5 GCSE grades at 9-5, including grade 5 or above in GCSE in Music and the ability to perform on a chosen instrument or voice to at least Grade 5 standard. Knowledge of music notation and experience of reading music is necessary for A-Level study. A love and appreciation of music of all styles, the creativity to compose your own original music and the confidence to perform as a soloist and as part of an ensemble are all necessary attributes of an A-Level Music student.
The course has 3 components: performance, composition and the study of music and genre through specific eras of history. Performance takes place in a formal recital and is assessed in the school by a visiting examiner. Composition is assessed by an external examiner. The written and listening examination covering the history, set works from the western Classical tradition and musical theatre is also externally assessed. Students can choose to specialise in either performance or composition. If choosing to specialise in performance, 35% of the final grade will be for performance, 25% will be for composition and 40% for the written examination. If choosing to specialise in composition, 35% of the final grade will be for composition, 25% will be for performance and 40% for the written examination. In this way, music students can perform to their strengths.
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Brent |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Crownhill Road, London, NW10 4EP |
The WJEC Eduqas A-Level in Music offers a broad and coherent course which encourages learners to engage actively in the process of music study to a higher level. It provides a natural next step from the syllabus studied for GCSE as it builds upon the three key components of performing, composing and extending knowledge and understanding of music through history and the different genres of music. Students will develop performing skills to demonstrate an understanding of musical elements, style, and sense of continuity, interpretation and expression. Their skills in composing original music will develop to demonstrate the manipulation of musical ideas and the use of musical devices and conventions. They will appraise contrasting genres, styles and traditions of music, and develop understanding of musical contexts and a coherent awareness of musical chronology. A-Level music students personally develop and mature as effective, independent learners and as critical and reflective thinkers with enquiring minds. They reflect critically and make informed personal judgements on their own and others’ music. They engage with, and extend appreciation of, the diverse heritage of music in order to promote personal, social, intellectual and cultural development. Progression Opportunities: Many Music, Drama, Art and Dance students go on to study a wide range of degrees at university level. The highest number of job opportunities remain within the creative industries. But the study of an arts subject at A-Level also speaks volumes about the person as an individual. It takes immense skill, discipline and commitment to succeed in A-Level Music. The personal skills and attributes that students develop over the two years of A-Level music study enable them to be set apart from others and they are admired and respected across a range of sectors and industries for their talent, creativity and cultural knowledge. For further information, please see Dr McGowan or Mr Plant
5 GCSE grades at 9-5, including grade 5 or above in GCSE in Music and the ability to perform on a chosen instrument or voice to at least Grade 5 standard. Knowledge of music notation and experience of reading music is necessary for A-Level study. A love and appreciation of music of all styles, the creativity to compose your own original music and the confidence to perform as a soloist and as part of an ensemble are all necessary attributes of an A-Level Music student.
The course has 3 components: performance, composition and the study of music and genre through specific eras of history. Performance takes place in a formal recital and is assessed in the school by a visiting examiner. Composition is assessed by an external examiner. The written and listening examination covering the history, set works from the western Classical tradition and musical theatre is also externally assessed. Students can choose to specialise in either performance or composition. If choosing to specialise in performance, 35% of the final grade will be for performance, 25% will be for composition and 40% for the written examination. If choosing to specialise in composition, 35% of the final grade will be for composition, 25% will be for performance and 40% for the written examination. In this way, music students can perform to their strengths.