Music Technology
Backwell School - North Somerset
01275463371
Station Road, Backwell, Bristol, BS48 3BX
Course summary

This course teaches you the theory and practice of Music Technology today. This will be approached through four areas of study. These are: • Recording and production techniques for both corrective and creative purposes • Principles of sound and audio technology • Composition • The development of recording and production technology Through these areas of study you will learn how to: - produce performances using sequencing software in a range of musical styles - develop the skills required to make high quality digital recordings - learn how to compose and arrange using music technology - develop your knowledge of the principles and development of music technology - learn how to control and interpret data

Entry requirements

- A grade 4 at GCSE Music. It is also possible to start this course without previously taking GCSE Music – please do come and talk to us about your musical skills and interests. - Five GCSEs at grade 4 - 9 including English Language.

How you'll be assessed

1: Recording 20% 2: Technologybased Composition 20% 3: Listening and Analysing 25% 4: Producing and Analysing 35%

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth West
Local AuthorityNorth Somerset
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressStation Road, Backwell, Bristol, BS48 3BX