Introduction
AS/A Level Music offers a broad, flexible and coherent course of study which encourages learners to take an active part in the process of studying music.
It offers learners the opportunity to study music in a combined way where the skills of performance, composition and evaluation reinforce knowledge and understanding of musical elements, language and contexts.
Course Content
Advanced Subsidiary (AS)
Year 12
MU1
Solo and/or/ ensemble performance
External assessment
MU2
Two contrasting pieces
Internal / external assessment
MU3
Listening paper
External
Advanced Level (A2)
Year 13
MU4
Solo and/or ensemble performance
External Assessment
MU5
Three compositions
Internal Assessment
MU6
Examination paper
External Assessment
Career Prospects
Music broadens experiences, develops imagination, fosters creativity and promotes personal and social development.
Entry Requirements
Although individual consideration will be given to each learner, it would be beneficial if they had 5 GCSEs (A*-C) or better to include grade C in Music
Examination Board
School Contact
Mr Christopher Davies