Music

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(Music is well regarded by universities as they appreciate the diverse range of skills students need to have to succeed. Music is also a very flexible subject which combines extremely well with many others. Many students opt to take music with languages, and it also compliments maths and sciences. Examination The course is examined at the end of Year 12 and as a whole at end of Year 13. Unit 1: Performance Students are required to give a performance consisting of a minimum of two pieces either as a soloist or as part of an ensemble or a combination of both. One piece must reflect the musical characteristics of an area of study. The duration of the performance will be between 6 and 8 minutes and will be marked by a visiting examiner. Y13 performance increases to 10-12 minutes with Grade 6 as the standard level. Unit 2: Composition For this unit students are required to prepare a portfolio of two compositions: A composition which reflects the musical language, techniques and conventions associated with Western Classical Music in response to a brief set by the exam board. A free composition for which students set their own brief. For Y13 students can take either a 35% composition path (3 compositions) or a 25% composition path (2 compositions.) It is possible to reuse AS work. Unit 3: Appraising This unit is assessed through a written exam which will assess knowledge and understanding of music through two areas of study. Area of study A is the Western Classical Tradition and the second area of study will be Musical Theatre. This unit also includes in-depth study of Haydn Symphony 104, movements 1 and 2. Like most A levels music can be seen as a route to any degree. If you wish to become a music teacher or work in the performing arts then it is essential. Other areas that are increasing looking for musicians include the Armed Forces, primary school teaching, and all jobs involving sound recording, media and film/video editing.)

Course information

Name: Music Qualification title: GCE AS level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Awarding - Created 20161020 13:18:38 Updated 20161020 13:18:38

Entry requirements

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Provider

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