What else do I need to know or be able to do before taking this course? Basic keyboard skills are important. It will help if you are able to play chords and bass lines when working on compositional techniques and developing compositions. You will need to be taking regular lessons on your principal instrument throughout the course, working hard to improve as a player, and performing regularly during the course on your own and in ensemble. Music IT skills are also very useful. What will I learn on this course You will develop your skills in performing and composing in a range of styles. You willlisten to a wide variety of music and develop a more informed appreciation of how and why it was written and/or performed. You will develop and grow as a musician, leading to a life-long interest or the basis for a career involving Music. What kind of student is this course suitable for? Anyone who is passionate about performing, creating and listening to different styles of music and who wishes to broaden their experience and deepen their understanding of both live and recorded music. You can perform on any instrument (including singing). A Level Music is a much respected qualification at university entrance level as it demands a wide range of skills and aptitudes. Music is everywhere and is the second largest visible industry in the country so as well as leading to further study in Music or performing arts it opens the door to a very wide range of careers such as journalism, music and arts administration, radio and TV, publishing, education and the recording industry – as well as performing.