Music
Music
What will I Learn?
In S1 and S2, you have been playing lots of different instruments: now, in S3, you have the chance to focus on your favourite and really build your skills.
We do lots of playing, and some composing and listening too, to develop your all-round musical skills.
What skills with I develop?
As well as creative skills, learning Music develops all sorts of transferable ones, too.
Practising an instrument is all about self-discipline, persistence and problem-solving.
You’ll be working with others, and taking on leadership roles, too: developing the communication skills that will be vital whatever you choose to do.
What could be helpful?
Enthusiasm! An interest in music and a desire to be involved in the department and make the most of the opportunities we provide.
You don’t need to be able to play an instrument already or to have instrumental lessons - everything is covered in class.
Is there is an Exam?
There are no formal assessment in S3. But your teacher will provide feedback on key learning activities throughout the year. This will give you a clear idea of how your are progressing.
What comes next?
You will continue onto either National 4 or National 5 Music.
In special circumstances, there is also the chance progressing straight to Higher, if that is a better pathway for you.
Where can this take me?
Taking part in musical activities gives you lots to talk about in your personal statement, too.
Beyond school you may wish to continue your studies. Past students have gone on to study Music at college and/or university, either as a stand-alone subject or as a part of their degree. Others have become very successful in the music industry as performers, technicians and teachers.
But what – and how – you learn in Music is very relevant to a vast range of other jobs, as well. Whether Music turns out to be what you do for a career or not, the skills you develop will stand you in good stead, whatever your future may hold.
What will I Learn?
National 5 Music involves performing, listening and composing: playing a programme of music on two instruments lasting a total of 8 minutes, completing an audio listening paper (based on recognising musical concepts) and composing a short piece of music in a style of your choice.
What skills with I develop?
As well as creative skills, learning Music develops all sorts of transferable ones, too.
Practising an instrument is all about self-discipline, persistence and problem-solving.
You will develop your listening and creative skills, too: all transferable to other walks of life.
What could be helpful?
Enthusiasm! An interest in music and a desire to be involved in the department and make the most of the opportunities we provide.
You don’t need to be able to play an instrument already or to have instrumental lessons - everything is covered in class.
Is there is an Exam?
The performing element is assessed by a visiting examiner in February/March; the composition is submitted in April, to be externally assessed by SQA; the listening exam takes place during the diet of other written exams at the end of the year.
What comes next?
You can continue your studies at Higher level.
Where can this take me?
Taking part in musical activities gives you lots to talk about in your personal statement, too.
Beyond school you may wish to continue your studies. Past students have gone on to study Music at college and/or university, either as a stand-alone subject or as a part of their degree. Others have become very successful in the music industry as performers, technicians and teachers.
But what – and how – you learn in Music is very relevant to a vast range of other jobs, as well. Whether Music turns out to be what you do for a career or not, the skills you develop will stand you in good stead, whatever your future may hold.
What will I Learn?
Higher Music involves performing, listening and composing: playing a programme of music on two instruments lasting a total of 12 minutes, completing an audio listening paper (based on recognising musical concepts) and composing a short piece of music in a style of your choice.
What skills with I develop?
As well as creative skills, learning Music develops all sorts of transferable ones, too.
Practising an instrument is all about self-discipline, persistence and problem-solving.
You will develop your listening and creative skills, too: all transferable to other walks of life.
What could be helpful?
A pass at A to C at National 5 level.
Is there is an Exam?
The performing element is assessed by a visiting examiner in February/March; the composition is submitted in April, to be externally assessed by SQA; the listening exam takes place during the diet of other written exams at the end of the year.
What comes next?
You can continue your studies at Advanced Higher level.
Where can this take me?
Taking part in musical activities gives you lots to talk about in your personal statement, too.
Beyond school you may wish to continue your studies. Past students have gone on to study Music at college and/or university, either as a stand-alone subject or as a part of their degree. Others have become very successful in the music industry as performers, technicians and teachers.
But what – and how – you learn in Music is very relevant to a vast range of other jobs, as well. Whether Music turns out to be what you do for a career or not, the skills you develop will stand you in good stead, whatever your future may hold.
What will I Learn?
Advanced Higher Music involves performing, listening and composing: playing a programme of music on two instruments lasting a total of 18 minutes, completing an audio listening paper (based on recognising musical concepts) and completing an assignment, which includes an original composition and a written analysis of a piece of music of your choice.
What skills with I develop?
As well as creative skills, learning Music develops all sorts of transferable ones, too.
Practising an instrument is all about self-discipline, persistence and problem-solving.
You will develop your listening and creative skills, too: all transferable to other walks of life.
What could be helpful?
A pass at A or B at Higher level.
Is there is an Exam?
The performing element is assessed by a visiting examiner in April/May; the assignment is submitted in April, to be externally assessed by SQA; the listening exam takes place during the diet of other written exams at the end of the year.
What comes next?
This can lead to a range of college and university courses or careers involving music.
Where can this take me?
Beyond school you may wish to continue your studies. Past students have gone on to study Music at college and/or university, either as a stand-alone subject or as a part of their degree. Others have become very successful in the music industry as performers, technicians and teachers.
But what – and how – you learn in Music is very relevant to a vast range of other jobs, as well. Whether Music turns out to be what you do for a career or not, the skills you develop will stand you in good stead, whatever your future may hold.