A Level of Music is essential for those who wish to study Music further at a University, Conservatoire, or other Higher Education courses. It is equally useful for non-specialists who want to take a challenging and interesting A Level course. It is a highly regarded A Level as employers recognize the many disciplines, creativity, and talents that this qualification represents. Qualifications in Music can lead to a variety of careers that do not just include teaching and performing. Students who gain qualifications in Music can go on to work in sound recording and technology, the media, composing, law, finance, events management, the armed forces, and many more. • Unit 1: Performing: Students will need to record a recital of at least 8 minutes. • Unit 2: Composing: Students need to submit two compositions, one free composition and one based on a technical study. • Unit 3: Musical Understanding: There are 6 Areas of Study: Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions, and New Directions. Students study works by 13 composers (spread across the 6 areas of study) to prepare for the final exam. Students will have to answer essay questions on these works and also answer listening questions based on these works and other related works. Unit 3 is assessed through an end-of-year exam. The performing and composing units are both assessed by an external examiner.
5+ Grade 5s at GCSE or equivalent. Grade 4 in English. Grade 4 in Maths. You should have Grade 6 or above in GCSE Music or at least a Merit at Level 2 BTEC Music. Those wishing to take the A-Level Music course must be committed to learning a musical instrument. You should be able to play a musical instrument or sing at the Grade 5 Level (although the actual Grade 5 qualification is not required). A good understanding of music theory and being able to read music notation is vital. If you have not taken GCSE Music or BTEC Music but have Grade 5 (Practical or Theory) then you may be considered for this course.
• Unit 1: Performing: Students will need to record a recital of at least 8 minutes. • Unit 2: Composing: Students need to submit two compositions, one free composition and one based on a technical study. • Unit 3: Musical Understanding: There are 6 Areas of Study: Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions, and New Directions. Students study works by 13 composers (spread across the 6 areas of study) to prepare for the final exam. Students will have to answer essay questions on these works and also answer listening questions based on these works and other related works. Unit 3 is assessed through an end-of-year exam. The performing and composing units are both assessed by an external examiner.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Northgate, Sleaford, NG34 7DD |
A Level of Music is essential for those who wish to study Music further at a University, Conservatoire, or other Higher Education courses. It is equally useful for non-specialists who want to take a challenging and interesting A Level course. It is a highly regarded A Level as employers recognize the many disciplines, creativity, and talents that this qualification represents. Qualifications in Music can lead to a variety of careers that do not just include teaching and performing. Students who gain qualifications in Music can go on to work in sound recording and technology, the media, composing, law, finance, events management, the armed forces, and many more. • Unit 1: Performing: Students will need to record a recital of at least 8 minutes. • Unit 2: Composing: Students need to submit two compositions, one free composition and one based on a technical study. • Unit 3: Musical Understanding: There are 6 Areas of Study: Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions, and New Directions. Students study works by 13 composers (spread across the 6 areas of study) to prepare for the final exam. Students will have to answer essay questions on these works and also answer listening questions based on these works and other related works. Unit 3 is assessed through an end-of-year exam. The performing and composing units are both assessed by an external examiner.
5+ Grade 5s at GCSE or equivalent. Grade 4 in English. Grade 4 in Maths. You should have Grade 6 or above in GCSE Music or at least a Merit at Level 2 BTEC Music. Those wishing to take the A-Level Music course must be committed to learning a musical instrument. You should be able to play a musical instrument or sing at the Grade 5 Level (although the actual Grade 5 qualification is not required). A good understanding of music theory and being able to read music notation is vital. If you have not taken GCSE Music or BTEC Music but have Grade 5 (Practical or Theory) then you may be considered for this course.
• Unit 1: Performing: Students will need to record a recital of at least 8 minutes. • Unit 2: Composing: Students need to submit two compositions, one free composition and one based on a technical study. • Unit 3: Musical Understanding: There are 6 Areas of Study: Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions, and New Directions. Students study works by 13 composers (spread across the 6 areas of study) to prepare for the final exam. Students will have to answer essay questions on these works and also answer listening questions based on these works and other related works. Unit 3 is assessed through an end-of-year exam. The performing and composing units are both assessed by an external examiner.