Music

Course summary

Are you passionate about music? Are you eager to find out how you can improve your performing skills? Are you interested in how the musical elements are used to create compositions? If your answer is yes, then Music is the subject for you. Music opens up the world of performance and composition opportunities both at school and in county groups. You will be given the opportunity to perform in a diverse range of ensembles and to take part in all the concerts, musicals and trips on offer in this vibrant department. A level Music is aimed at students who wish to:- develop both their performance and composition skills plus develop their understanding of music; study music or a combined arts subject in higher education and pursue a vocation in music and/or the arts; broaden their experience and deepen their understanding of both live and recorded music as part of lifelong learning. This course can lead to the study for a BMus or BA in Music or a combined arts course. If you are a particularly gifted instrumentalist or singer (Grade 8+) you could apply for a performing course at one of the conservatoires of music such as The Royal Academy of Music or The Guildhall School of Music. In addition studying music also demonstrates dedication and commitment, as well as numerous other transferable skills and qualities looked for by non-music subjects beyond sixth form if you choose not to study it further. We will actively support you if you wish to participate in public performance events including the Cheltenham Music Festival and Music for Youth plus Rotary Young Musician of the Year. You will be given the opportunity to visit numerous concert venues throughout the year, including The Royal Albert Hall. Ensemble opportunities including A Capella Choir, Flute Ensemble, Recorder Ensemble, Senior Orchestra, Senior Strings, Senior Choir, Senior Clarinets and Wind Ensemble.