Note: The course is limited to 10 students to ensure each student has the high level of resources they need This course has been chosen because it works well for both classical and pop instrumentalists. It is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a program of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. It gives a broad overview of the sector, with a focus on performance, including musical skills development and professional practice. Students have three mandatory and one optional unit to complete for their course.
6 or above in GCSE Music. Alternatively, a Merit or above at BTEC music L2 (inc Merit in performance)
In Unit 1 Practical Music Theory and Harmony (Mandatory/Internally assessed) Students develop knowledge and understanding of music theory and harmony, and apply their understanding in practical scenarios. In Unit 2 Professional Practice in the Music Industry (Mandatory/Externally assessed) Students explore what it is that makes someone a professional in the music industry and how to put forward a bid for work. In Unit 3 Ensemble Music Performance (Mandatory/Externally assessed) Students work as part of a musical ensemble and develop their skills and techniques in rehearsal and performance. In Unit 4 Composing Music (Optional/Internally assessed) Students explore composing music from the initial stages to the final product, developing skills for composition in a variety of styles In Unit 5 Music Performance Session Styles (Optional/Internally assessed) Students explore the styles of music encountered in the role of a modern session musician In Unit 6 Solo Performance (Optional/Internally assessed) Students explore the preparation and performance of music as a soloist before performing in front of an audience. In Unit 7 Improvising Music (Optional/Internally assessed) Students develop the ability to improvise when performing in a range of musical styles and contexts. In Unit 8 Arranging Music (Optional/Internally assessed) Students develop the arranging music for ensembles of their choice, these will be realized through live performance In Unit 9 Improvising Music (Optional/Internally assessed) Students will develop skills of improvising in different styles based on set stimuli.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Green Lane, Dronfield, S18 2FZ |
Note: The course is limited to 10 students to ensure each student has the high level of resources they need This course has been chosen because it works well for both classical and pop instrumentalists. It is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a program of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. It gives a broad overview of the sector, with a focus on performance, including musical skills development and professional practice. Students have three mandatory and one optional unit to complete for their course.
6 or above in GCSE Music. Alternatively, a Merit or above at BTEC music L2 (inc Merit in performance)
In Unit 1 Practical Music Theory and Harmony (Mandatory/Internally assessed) Students develop knowledge and understanding of music theory and harmony, and apply their understanding in practical scenarios. In Unit 2 Professional Practice in the Music Industry (Mandatory/Externally assessed) Students explore what it is that makes someone a professional in the music industry and how to put forward a bid for work. In Unit 3 Ensemble Music Performance (Mandatory/Externally assessed) Students work as part of a musical ensemble and develop their skills and techniques in rehearsal and performance. In Unit 4 Composing Music (Optional/Internally assessed) Students explore composing music from the initial stages to the final product, developing skills for composition in a variety of styles In Unit 5 Music Performance Session Styles (Optional/Internally assessed) Students explore the styles of music encountered in the role of a modern session musician In Unit 6 Solo Performance (Optional/Internally assessed) Students explore the preparation and performance of music as a soloist before performing in front of an audience. In Unit 7 Improvising Music (Optional/Internally assessed) Students develop the ability to improvise when performing in a range of musical styles and contexts. In Unit 8 Arranging Music (Optional/Internally assessed) Students develop the arranging music for ensembles of their choice, these will be realized through live performance In Unit 9 Improvising Music (Optional/Internally assessed) Students will develop skills of improvising in different styles based on set stimuli.