The course is aimed at those with a serious interest in music, and well developed practical skills. It involves written, theory and aural work, in addition to composition and performance. If you are interested in exploring the techniques behind the music of composers as diverse as Bach, Mozart and Stravinsky, then this is the course for you. Your skill as a performer contributes 40% of your overall marks. Teaching and Learning Styles • Analysis of a wide range of scores and recordings • Variety of tasks to complete, including stylistic composition using the musical language of Mozart and Haydn and instrumental composition • Assessment of practical music skills • Opportunity of entry for Associated Board Practical and Theory exams Extra-curricular Activities • Annual musical production with a College band • Opportunities for ensemble performance and recording • The Performing Arts Academy which puts on two productions a year including a large scale musical with a band drawn from College students and an end of year showcase Assessment • Music History - Listening and writing in a summer exam • Composition - Coursework • Performance - Practical examination assessed by an external moderator
Name: Music A2 Qualification title: GCE A2 Level in Music Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Oxford Cambridge & RSA Examinations Created 20150611 07:17:16 Updated 20150828 13:03:52
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WORCESTER SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
Further Education
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01905 362600
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Spetchley Road Town: Worcester County:Worcestershire
Title: GCE A2 Level Music Qualification: GCE A2 Level Music Classification: Arts, Media and Publishing