Music

Course summary

The A-level course consists of three units: Appraising Music (listening, analysis, and contextual understanding), Performing, and Composing. Listening to, analysing discussing, and writing about existing music provides the basis for many of the lessons, alongside the study of theory, four-part harmony, and other compositional techniques. There are frequent opportunities for individual and group activities and research, as well as performances and composition workshops. You will also be expected to carry out regular private instrumental practice.