Music performance (Group)

Course summary

This is one of the exciting vocational qualifications that are offered at A level in Fyling Hall. RSL is a popular exam board in the UK with over 350 schools & colleges offering this popular course. Its aim is to prepare students for the music industry or further education. This course no longer requires a sit-down written exam, which is hugely beneficial for pupils who struggle under exam pressure. The range of available units allows you to specialise in a specific area of study or undertake units in a range of disciplines to broaden your skillset. There are 2 core units together with 5 optional units from within the chosen pathway. Students apply a range of skills, knowledge and understanding in preparation for employment/ further study. Units provide learners with knowledge and understanding of advanced concepts such as the style and context of performance genres, audition techniques, planning, repertoire, rehearsal schedules, the reviewing/analysis of performances and a solid grounding of practical/ technical skills that will prepare them for employment or be developed in further studies. Examples of units available are: Listening to Music, Music Stage Management, Composing for Adverts & TV, Session Musician, Live Music Performance, Auditioning for Music and many more. Each unit requires the students to evidence what they have achieved, prepared and produced for assessment. This can be achieved through a combination of audio recordings, video recordings and detailed write ups, as well as peer and tutor verbal/written feedback.