Music

Course summary

Why study the subject If you want to extend and develop your musical performance, your knowledge of music theory and learn how to communicate through the medium of music, then A-level Music is an ideal qualification to study. It will do this by developing your musical skills and knowledge, in order to help you to become a more confident and accomplished composer and performer of music. Whilst studying A-level Music you will be encouraged to work creatively and will have the opportunity to both learn about and use/apply music technology for both composition work and in your performances. Course Structure 30% Performing 30% Composing 40% Appraising (Music Theory and Set Works) Unit content Vocal Music Instrumental Music Music for Film Popular Music and Jazz Fusions New Directions Skills Acquired Appreciation Creativity Performance Collaboration Critical thinking Confidence Students suited to the course Students who are competent instrumentalists/vocalists. Students who have an interest in social, cultural and historical contexts. What other subjects it combines well with English, History, Maths, Languages, Physics Career or HE the course leads to Higher Education - Music degree, music business degree, music production degree, Conservatoire study, or any courses that require skills in teamwork and collaboration, critical thinking and confidence in public speaking. Career - Professional musician, teacher, music producer, recording artist, music or artist management, music journalism, sound engineer, acoustic engineer, Religious worship leader, acoustic technician. Co-curricular Trips and visits Music co-curricular clubs Workshops Opportunity to lead musical groups in school