Music performance (Group)

Course summary

Learners taking this qualification will study three mandatory units: • Unit 1: Practical Music Theory and Harmony - pupils explore and upskill their knowledge of theory and use this to compose and arrange score sheets for a variety of different musical styles. • Unit 2: Professional Practice in the Music Industry- students explore a specific scenario where they take on the role of organizing and leading an event in the music industry such as a festival like Glastonbury. • Unit 3: Ensemble Music Performance - students perform set music create their stylistic versions and take part in a final showcase performance at the end of year 13. Learners choose one optional unit that links to their strengths. These have been designed to support progression to more specialist music courses in higher education and to link with relevant occupational areas, such as composing music, improving music, or solo performance.