Music

Course summary

YEAR 12 COURSE SPECIFICATION -Learn how to analyse music using music-specific terminology. This will be achieved through studying set work repertoire, but also through applying vocabulary and skills to unheard pieces along with a score. -Complete one composition which is worth 12.5% of your course. -Perform in a variety of settings, including at external concerts, both as part of a group and solo. LEARNING AND SKILLS The skills and understanding of this course build upon those of GCSE music. The overall aim is to make musical connections between performing, composing and listening activities. -Appraising music: studying how music works by analysing technical details and cultural context. We will focus on a range of music from 1600-1900 as well as 20th century genres such as music composed for film and developments in popular song, developing aural and written analytical techniques. An interest in classical music is essential for this component of the course. -Performing: solo and ensemble performing in a variety of classical and jazz styles through weekly rehearsals and coaching sessions. -Composing: learning how to handle musical devices and developmental techniques discovering your own compositional style through specific projects designed to introduce you to new ideas and techniques (including workshops with professional composers). YEAR 13 COURSE SPECIFICATION -Continue to develop your analysis skills leading up to the written examination. Move on to university-level analysis of music in different styles. -Complete your second composition which will be to a brief set by the examination board. -Continue to perform in a variety of settings leading up to your final performance which will count towards your A level.