(This subject has no AS qualification, so it can be taken to the full A level or discontinued after one year but no AS qualification can be taken at the end of Year 1) A Level Music offers you the opportunity to develop your skills as a musician. You will develop your performing, composing and writing skills, as well as study a huge range of musical styles. You will acquire the technical skills to analyse music and learn about the historical and social contexts of many musical genres. There is also the option to learn about and use the latest music technology. What will I be studying on the course? The course is broken up into three components at A level: Component 1: Performing Component 2: Composing Component 3: Appraising What will I be doing in lessons? You will be developing composing techniques of harmony, form, melody etc. in a range of musical styles, and developing listening, written and analytical skills. You will learn about best performance practice and develop ensemble skills.
GCSE Music is not a prerequisite for advanced level, but a considerable amount of musical knowledge and instrumental / vocal experience is necessary to begin. The Director of Music will advise individual candidates.
These are the requirements for A level music. Performing – A performance of one or more pieces, performed as a recital. Performance can be playing or singing solo, in an ensemble, improvising, or realising music using music technology. Composing – One extended composition from a brief set by Pearson, or a free choice brief decided by the candidate. This composition must be at least 4 minutes long, and carries 40 marks for the component. Students will also complete a technical exercise in either: Bach Chorale, Two-part Intervention, Arranging or Music Technology Sampling. This study carries 20 marks for the component, making a total of 60 marks. Appraising – One written paper of 2 hours, with a total of 100 marks. One audio CD with the extracts to accompany questions on the paper will be provided per student. This paper comprises two sections: A and B. Section A: Areas of study and dictation (50 marks) Three questions related to the set works (audio and skeleton score provided). One short melody/rhythm completion exercise. Section B: Extended response Two essay questions – Essay One: Element analysis of an unfamiliar piece (20 marks) and Essay Two: Extended response comparing 1 set work with wider listening pieces (30 marks).
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Slough |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Reddington Drive, Langley, SL3 7QS |
(This subject has no AS qualification, so it can be taken to the full A level or discontinued after one year but no AS qualification can be taken at the end of Year 1) A Level Music offers you the opportunity to develop your skills as a musician. You will develop your performing, composing and writing skills, as well as study a huge range of musical styles. You will acquire the technical skills to analyse music and learn about the historical and social contexts of many musical genres. There is also the option to learn about and use the latest music technology. What will I be studying on the course? The course is broken up into three components at A level: Component 1: Performing Component 2: Composing Component 3: Appraising What will I be doing in lessons? You will be developing composing techniques of harmony, form, melody etc. in a range of musical styles, and developing listening, written and analytical skills. You will learn about best performance practice and develop ensemble skills.
GCSE Music is not a prerequisite for advanced level, but a considerable amount of musical knowledge and instrumental / vocal experience is necessary to begin. The Director of Music will advise individual candidates.
These are the requirements for A level music. Performing – A performance of one or more pieces, performed as a recital. Performance can be playing or singing solo, in an ensemble, improvising, or realising music using music technology. Composing – One extended composition from a brief set by Pearson, or a free choice brief decided by the candidate. This composition must be at least 4 minutes long, and carries 40 marks for the component. Students will also complete a technical exercise in either: Bach Chorale, Two-part Intervention, Arranging or Music Technology Sampling. This study carries 20 marks for the component, making a total of 60 marks. Appraising – One written paper of 2 hours, with a total of 100 marks. One audio CD with the extracts to accompany questions on the paper will be provided per student. This paper comprises two sections: A and B. Section A: Areas of study and dictation (50 marks) Three questions related to the set works (audio and skeleton score provided). One short melody/rhythm completion exercise. Section B: Extended response Two essay questions – Essay One: Element analysis of an unfamiliar piece (20 marks) and Essay Two: Extended response comparing 1 set work with wider listening pieces (30 marks).
