Music A level enables students to develop their musical skills in the three key areas of performance, appraising and composition. The A Level aims to provide students with a good understanding of theoretical and historical aspects of music, as well as the opportunity to apply this through developing a live performance repertoire and compositions. The examination will involve aural testing, applying musical knowledge and essay writing. In both Years 12 and 13 students will explore music from a wide range of genres and from different eras through listening and score analysis. Musical performances give students the opportunity to demonstrate the ability to play pieces from a range of styles with accuracy and expression. Performance can be solo and/or ensemble. Composition will apply knowledge gained from all areas of the course to create interesting and stimulating music in a recognised style.