'Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent' Victor Hugo. A love of Music can be deepened by investigating its mystery. Music is kind of like part art, part science. It helps students build skills in problem solving, research, planning, analytical and critical thinking skills, as well as developing creative confidence. Through the practical aspects, you will improve your discipline, composure under pressure, time management, communication, team and individual working ability. You might also learn technical skills through using computers, equipment and software to create and record music. Over two years, students of A Level Music will begin to unravel the story and power of music by studying a range of masterpieces from composers such as Bach and Berlioz to The Beatles and Kate Bush.
• Proven ability (Usually through GCSE music) and a minimum performance standard of grade V at the start of the course • Enthusiasm, interest, and love for the subject of Music. You should be active as a performer in a variety of ensembles and should enjoy discovering new music through wide listening or going to concerts • Organisation of your time: you will have lots of different aspects to the course and it will be very important that you keep up your practising! In addition, there will be coursework deadlines to meet.
Unit 1 Performing 30% A public performance of one or more pieces, performed as a recital. Performance can be playing or singing solo, in an ensemble, improvising, or realising music using music technology. The total performance time across all pieces must be a minimum of 8 minutes. Performances must be recorded after 1 March in the year of certification and all materials for assessment submitted to arrive by 15 May in the year of certification. Unit 2 Composing 30% Total of two compositions, one to a brief set by Pearson and one either free composition or also to a brief. One composition must be from either a list of briefs related to the areas of study, or a free composition, carrying 40 marks for this component. This composition must be at least 4 minutes in duration. One composition must be from a list of briefs assessing compositional technique, carrying 20 marks for this component. This composition must be at least 1 minute in duration, unless the brief specifies a longer minimum duration. Total time across both submissions must be a minimum of 6 minutes. Unit 3 Appraising 40% Knowledge and understanding of musical elements, contexts and language. Application of knowledge through the context of six areas of study, each with three set works. Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions, New Directions. Application of knowledge to unfamiliar works. The areas of study are: Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions, New Directions. One written paper of 2 hours, with a total of 100 marks. One audio CD with the extracts to accompany questions on the paper will be provided per student. This paper comprises two sections: A and B. Section A: Areas of study and dictation (50 marks). Three questions related to the set works (audio and skeleton score provided). One short melody/rhythm completion exercise. Section B: Extended response. Two essay questions - essay one (20 marks) and essay two (30 marks). Essay one asks students to draw links from their study of the set works to the music heard as an unfamiliar extract. Essay two gives a choice of three questions that ask students to evaluate the musical elements, context and language of one set work. Each option will be from a different area of study.
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
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| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £25,326 |
| Address | 133 Queen's Gate, Kensington, London, SW7 5LE |
'Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent' Victor Hugo. A love of Music can be deepened by investigating its mystery. Music is kind of like part art, part science. It helps students build skills in problem solving, research, planning, analytical and critical thinking skills, as well as developing creative confidence. Through the practical aspects, you will improve your discipline, composure under pressure, time management, communication, team and individual working ability. You might also learn technical skills through using computers, equipment and software to create and record music. Over two years, students of A Level Music will begin to unravel the story and power of music by studying a range of masterpieces from composers such as Bach and Berlioz to The Beatles and Kate Bush.
• Proven ability (Usually through GCSE music) and a minimum performance standard of grade V at the start of the course • Enthusiasm, interest, and love for the subject of Music. You should be active as a performer in a variety of ensembles and should enjoy discovering new music through wide listening or going to concerts • Organisation of your time: you will have lots of different aspects to the course and it will be very important that you keep up your practising! In addition, there will be coursework deadlines to meet.
Unit 1 Performing 30% A public performance of one or more pieces, performed as a recital. Performance can be playing or singing solo, in an ensemble, improvising, or realising music using music technology. The total performance time across all pieces must be a minimum of 8 minutes. Performances must be recorded after 1 March in the year of certification and all materials for assessment submitted to arrive by 15 May in the year of certification. Unit 2 Composing 30% Total of two compositions, one to a brief set by Pearson and one either free composition or also to a brief. One composition must be from either a list of briefs related to the areas of study, or a free composition, carrying 40 marks for this component. This composition must be at least 4 minutes in duration. One composition must be from a list of briefs assessing compositional technique, carrying 20 marks for this component. This composition must be at least 1 minute in duration, unless the brief specifies a longer minimum duration. Total time across both submissions must be a minimum of 6 minutes. Unit 3 Appraising 40% Knowledge and understanding of musical elements, contexts and language. Application of knowledge through the context of six areas of study, each with three set works. Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions, New Directions. Application of knowledge to unfamiliar works. The areas of study are: Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions, New Directions. One written paper of 2 hours, with a total of 100 marks. One audio CD with the extracts to accompany questions on the paper will be provided per student. This paper comprises two sections: A and B. Section A: Areas of study and dictation (50 marks). Three questions related to the set works (audio and skeleton score provided). One short melody/rhythm completion exercise. Section B: Extended response. Two essay questions - essay one (20 marks) and essay two (30 marks). Essay one asks students to draw links from their study of the set works to the music heard as an unfamiliar extract. Essay two gives a choice of three questions that ask students to evaluate the musical elements, context and language of one set work. Each option will be from a different area of study.
