Course information
Music
The Coleshill School - Warwickshire
01675462435
Coventry Road, Coleshill, Birmingham, B46 3EX
Course summary

The course focuses on working as part of a musical ensemble to develop their skills and techniques in rehearsal and performance.  Mandatory units also enable learners to develop knowledge and understanding of music theory and harmony, and apply their understanding in practical scenarios. Learners will have an opportunity to explore what it is that makes someone a professional in the music industry and how to put forward a bid. You will start by performing straight away. Working with peers, you will develop a set of songs. You will learn to organise and market your own gigs with the aim of getting your ensemble heard! You will also learn about the variety and stylistic elements of popular music. Discussing and performing these stylistic characteristics is essential to any aspiring musician and will be used on a regular basis. This will include listening to iconic albums and identifying why it was so prolific. You will need to comment critically on the development of the musical elements, format and technological/production changes, making links between the factors, giving a comprehensive picture of how music has evolved.   Learners who wish to develop practical performance skills on their instrument, as well as learning about music industry practices, and key skills needed to succeed as a professional in the sector. Study will include audio and visual recording as well as industry talks, trips and interaction with industry professionals. The course is designed to support post-16 learners progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. The programme gives a broad overview of the sector, with a focus on performance, including musical skills development and professional practice. Learners who wish to develop practical performance skills on their instrument, as well as learning about music industry practices, and key skills needed to succeed as a professional in the sector. Study will include audio and visual recording as well as industry talks, trips and interaction with industry professionals. The course is designed to support post-16 learners progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. The programme gives a broad overview of the sector, with a focus on performance, including musical skills development and professional practice.

Entry requirements

32-25 points 36 - 48 points

How you'll be assessed

1. Professional Practice in the Music Industry 2. Ensemble Music Performance 3. Practical Music Theory and Harmony 4. Music Performance Session Styles

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWarwickshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressCoventry Road, Coleshill, Birmingham, B46 3EX