Music performance (Group)

Course summary

Why Study Music? Music is all around us. It influences our moods and emotions and stimulates us in many ways. It is a universal language central to cultures around the world. Recent neurological research has proven that studying an instrument is the only activity we do that engages every part of your brain. It develops your intelligence, your ability to solve problems and your emotional insight. This course will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in music and express yourself as a performer and/or a composer. It will give you an insight into the varied employment opportunities in the music industry and practical experiences and performance opportunities to be proud of for the rest of your life. The course can be adapted to your interests, abilities and aspirations both in what you study and in how you are assessed. What Topics Will I Study? There are three mandatory units in Ensemble Music Performance, Practical Music Theory and Harmony and Professional Practice in the Music Industry. You will then choose a fourth option from a range of practical units to suit your musical tastes and abilities. These include solo performance, composition, improvising music and music performance session skills. You will learn in a range of styles including practical lessons rehearsing, composing, forming bands and groups, trips to studios, events and concerts. Recent performances have included performing at the Tower of London, New Wimbledon Theatre and Wimbledon Book fest. What Careers or Higher Education Follow from this Subject? Musicians can go on to numerous careers within and beyond the world of music. The skills required to be a good musician (creativity, listening, perseverance, team skills) are sought by further and higher education courses and employers from all walks of life. This year, 75% of our Yr13 RR6 Music group are applying to study Music at a range of prestigious universities including Royal Holloway, Kings, Bristol, Sussex and Goldsmiths.