The A Level course is linked closely to what has been studied at GCSE. It allows students to perform, compose, listen, and study in detail, many different styles and forms of music. We offer the WJEC course which is broken up into units and is an extension of the main study areas encountered at GCSE. Some new skills are required and the depth of study is increased. In particular, candidates need to be able to follow musical scores in several different styles. The course comprises a mixture of coursework and examinations. New in the specification is that the performance is now a live examination marked by a visiting examiner. You will be required to perform pieces equivalent to Grade 5-6 standard, although extra credit is given for playing pieces of a higher standard. You can choose whether you wish to have performance or composition as your strongest option with one being 35% of the course, the other 25%. The written paper tests knowledge of two key areas: the symphony between 1750 and 1900 and Rock and Pop between 1960 – 1990.
Grade 6 or above at GCSE Music or other proof of musical ability, for example Grade 5-8 on an instrument. It is a requirement that you be able to read both treble and bass clefs.
Option A: - Performance 35% - Composition 25% - A performance lasting between 10-12 mins of around Grade 6 together with 2 compositions lasting between 4 - 6 mins. Option B: - Composition 35% - Performance 25% - A performance lasting between 6-8 mins and 3 compositions lasting between 8-10 mins Listening & Appraising - 40% (A 90 minute examination in June) There are two main areas of study: • The Symphony 1750-1900 • Rock and Pop 1960-1990 - There is a mix of listening and essay questions - some will test your general musicianship with questions on unfamiliar works.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Cider Mill Lane, Chipping Campden, GL55 6HU |
The A Level course is linked closely to what has been studied at GCSE. It allows students to perform, compose, listen, and study in detail, many different styles and forms of music. We offer the WJEC course which is broken up into units and is an extension of the main study areas encountered at GCSE. Some new skills are required and the depth of study is increased. In particular, candidates need to be able to follow musical scores in several different styles. The course comprises a mixture of coursework and examinations. New in the specification is that the performance is now a live examination marked by a visiting examiner. You will be required to perform pieces equivalent to Grade 5-6 standard, although extra credit is given for playing pieces of a higher standard. You can choose whether you wish to have performance or composition as your strongest option with one being 35% of the course, the other 25%. The written paper tests knowledge of two key areas: the symphony between 1750 and 1900 and Rock and Pop between 1960 – 1990.
Grade 6 or above at GCSE Music or other proof of musical ability, for example Grade 5-8 on an instrument. It is a requirement that you be able to read both treble and bass clefs.
Option A: - Performance 35% - Composition 25% - A performance lasting between 10-12 mins of around Grade 6 together with 2 compositions lasting between 4 - 6 mins. Option B: - Composition 35% - Performance 25% - A performance lasting between 6-8 mins and 3 compositions lasting between 8-10 mins Listening & Appraising - 40% (A 90 minute examination in June) There are two main areas of study: • The Symphony 1750-1900 • Rock and Pop 1960-1990 - There is a mix of listening and essay questions - some will test your general musicianship with questions on unfamiliar works.