Music

AS level - 40% examination, 60% coursework

A2 level - 40% examination, 60% coursework

Why should I follow this course?

This course provides an excellent basis for lifelong learning and for higher education courses in music. You will experience all three main musical disciplines of performing, composing, and listening and understanding. Performance skills will be developed through solo and/or ensemble work; you will have opportunities to compose music and learn about harmony. You will also develop your aural and analytical skills by studying selections from the New Anthology of Music and wider listening.

What will I learn?

AS level

• Performing music
• Composing
• Developing musical understanding

A2 level

• Extended performance
• Composition and technical study
• Further musical understanding

What teaching and learning methods will be used?

Group and solo performance work, teacher-led activities, personal research, composition tutorials, public performance opportunities and discussion work.

What can I do when I have my qualification?

The full course is excellent preparation for higher education courses in music, but is equally valuable for non-specialists as a second or third area of study. The course will enable you to extend the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to communicate through music, allowing you to access music related and other careers. You will be able to engage in, and extend your appreciation of the diverse and dynamic heritage of music, promoting spiritual and cultural development and enabling you to develop particular strengths and interests.

What minimum qualification will I need?

NBP16C level 3 entry requirement, including grade C in music, grade 4 standard in any instrument and the ability to read staff notation.

Examination board:

Edexcel