Examination Board: Edexcel

Course Leader: Ms C Lane

(equivalent to 1 A-level)

Entry Requirements: Minimum 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 4 or above. Music at Grade 6 or evidence of production skills.

Course Content:

You will learn how to make professional-sounding recordings in a range of different popular musical styles. You will gain hands-on experience in how to use Logic to manage every stage of the production process from sequencing to making multi-track audio recordings and how to use effects processing to create finished tracks.

You will develop your composing skills, using technology to manipulate and control sounds including sampling, synthesis and creative use of audio effects. You will improve your knowledge of music production including how to produce sound for film and commercial music products.

Future Prospects:

Many students go on to music production or sound engineering courses.

Examination Board: EDEXCEL

Course Leader: Ms C Lane

Entry Requirements: Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above.

Music at Grade 6 and Grade 5 on instrument or voice.

Course Content:

With an emphasis on musicality and practical music-making, this course is designed to integrate the skills of listening, performing and composing. You will learn about a broad range of musical styles through studying exciting pieces from six areas of study and develop your composition techniques in your own style. There will be a range of concerts for you to take part in throughout the year including our legendary Jazz and Pop nights and termly concerts. There are opportunities to visit prestigious venues such as Glyndebourne Opera House and to join our annual music tour abroad.

Future Prospects:

Many students go on to a Music degree or to a Conservatoire. Music is accepted for a number of other University degrees including Oxbridge.