Studying Music A level will develop your skills in solo and ensemble performance, composition and musical analysis; improving your practical and theoretical musical skills. You will perform as a soloist and as part of an ensemble every half term, developing your skills and confidence as a performer in preparation for your examined performance during the final Spring term. You will learn to compose for different combinations of instruments and voices in a wide variety of styles. You will study a wide range of music: looking at the immense musical and social changes during the 18th and 19th century and their impact on the symphony and studying twentieth century music, which so challenged audiences at the time that it sometimes caused riots! You will also look at the many exciting developments in jazz music. Studying a diverse range of music in depth will improve your aural and analytical skills and prepare you for the written exam. All music students will also benefit from participating in BHASVIC's instrumental and vocal ensembles and concerts and will take part in projects with visiting professional musicians.
Six GCSEs, with a minimum of five grade 4 and one grade 6. These must be in a minimum of five different subjects. This must include a minimum of grade 4 in English Language GCSE or Maths GCSE. 4 in English Language GCSE and 6 in Music GCSE, if taken, or Grade 5 Music Theory or Grade 5 performance on your principal instrument. If you believe you are Grade 5 or above on your instrument but have not taken a formal exam the Music teachers will need to assess your performing ability before accepting you onto the course. This may involve attending an audition or submitting an audition video. Students who do not have Grade 5 theory upon entry will take this exam during the first year of the course.
1 written exam plus compositions and performances.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | 205 Dyke Road, Hove, BN3 6EG |
Studying Music A level will develop your skills in solo and ensemble performance, composition and musical analysis; improving your practical and theoretical musical skills. You will perform as a soloist and as part of an ensemble every half term, developing your skills and confidence as a performer in preparation for your examined performance during the final Spring term. You will learn to compose for different combinations of instruments and voices in a wide variety of styles. You will study a wide range of music: looking at the immense musical and social changes during the 18th and 19th century and their impact on the symphony and studying twentieth century music, which so challenged audiences at the time that it sometimes caused riots! You will also look at the many exciting developments in jazz music. Studying a diverse range of music in depth will improve your aural and analytical skills and prepare you for the written exam. All music students will also benefit from participating in BHASVIC's instrumental and vocal ensembles and concerts and will take part in projects with visiting professional musicians.
Six GCSEs, with a minimum of five grade 4 and one grade 6. These must be in a minimum of five different subjects. This must include a minimum of grade 4 in English Language GCSE or Maths GCSE. 4 in English Language GCSE and 6 in Music GCSE, if taken, or Grade 5 Music Theory or Grade 5 performance on your principal instrument. If you believe you are Grade 5 or above on your instrument but have not taken a formal exam the Music teachers will need to assess your performing ability before accepting you onto the course. This may involve attending an audition or submitting an audition video. Students who do not have Grade 5 theory upon entry will take this exam during the first year of the course.
1 written exam plus compositions and performances.