Music

Course summary

The course consists of three modules. The first module requires you to perform music live in an eight-minute recital. You may play any instrument or you may use your voice. You may create your own backing track if you wish to or you may choose to perform as part of a group. The choice is yours! The second module requires you to compose two pieces of music; one connected to an area of study, lasting four minutes, and the other designed to show your technical ability in a particular area such as Baroque harmony, arranging or remixing. The third module is focused on the study of 13 set works covering a wide range of styles, including fusion, music for film, pop music and jazz, new directions, western instrumental and vocal music. This paper is assessed through an examination which involves two essays and listening questions. You will be expected to be able to relate the set works to unfamiliar music in the final exam as well as describing facets of the music – as you have started to do at GCSE.