Course information
Music
Acland Burghley School - Camden
02074858515
Burghley Road, London, NW5 1UJ
Course summary

YEAR 12 COURSE SPECIFICATION - Learn how to analyse music using music-specific terminology. This will be achieved through studying set work repertoire, but also through applying vocabulary and skills to unheard pieces along with a score. - Complete one composition which is worth 12.5% of your course. - Perform in a variety of settings, including at external concerts, both as part of a group and solo. YEAR 13 COURSE SPECIFICATION - Continue to develop your analysis skills leading up to the written examination. Move on to university-level analysis of music in different styles. - Complete your second composition which will be to a brief set by the examination board. - Continue to perform in a variety of settings leading up to your final performance which will count towards your A level.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at or above grade 6 with a 5 or above in English language and they should have completed at least 8 GCSEs 6+ in music Grade 5 or equivalent - theory and on 1 instrument/voice Must attend an audition

How you'll be assessed

Component 1: Appraising Music Type of Assessment: Written examination Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Weighting: 40% Component 2: Performance Type of Assessment: Recital Duration: 10 minutes Weighting: 35% Component 3: Composition Type of Assessment: 2 compositions, including programme note and accompanying essay or score Duration: 4 minutes 30 seconds Weighting: 25%

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityCamden
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBurghley Road, London, NW5 1UJ