Music encompasses teamwork through participation in ensembles and helps to develop communication skills and emotional intelligence through the choices made when expressing and interpreting sounds. The growth of core instrumental, vocal or composition skills fosters a sense of self-discipline and selfreflection which are both vital in all aspects of life. Music often builds towards performances or exams, meaning that students acquire an understanding of the need for high standards. Finally, music is fun, enriching, challenging and creative. In music, you engage critically and creatively with a wide range of music and musical contexts, develop an understanding of the place of music in different cultures and contexts.
Students would need to have at least a level 5 at GCSE Music or Grade 5 practical and/or theory, or equivalent experience.
Component 1: Performing - 30% • Total performance time of 8 minutes: Performance can be solo and/or Ensemble Component 2: Composing - 30% 2 compositions: • 1 free or free choice brief – min 4 min (20%) • 1 brief assessing technique – min 1 min (10%) Together total min of 6 minutes Component 3: Appraising - 40% (Exam) 6 Areas of Study with 3 set works in each: • Vocal Music • Instrumental Music • Music for Film • Popular Music and Jazz • Fusions • New Directions Exam 2 hours - Total 100 marks
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Ellesmere, SY12 9AB |
Music encompasses teamwork through participation in ensembles and helps to develop communication skills and emotional intelligence through the choices made when expressing and interpreting sounds. The growth of core instrumental, vocal or composition skills fosters a sense of self-discipline and selfreflection which are both vital in all aspects of life. Music often builds towards performances or exams, meaning that students acquire an understanding of the need for high standards. Finally, music is fun, enriching, challenging and creative. In music, you engage critically and creatively with a wide range of music and musical contexts, develop an understanding of the place of music in different cultures and contexts.
Students would need to have at least a level 5 at GCSE Music or Grade 5 practical and/or theory, or equivalent experience.
Component 1: Performing - 30% • Total performance time of 8 minutes: Performance can be solo and/or Ensemble Component 2: Composing - 30% 2 compositions: • 1 free or free choice brief – min 4 min (20%) • 1 brief assessing technique – min 1 min (10%) Together total min of 6 minutes Component 3: Appraising - 40% (Exam) 6 Areas of Study with 3 set works in each: • Vocal Music • Instrumental Music • Music for Film • Popular Music and Jazz • Fusions • New Directions Exam 2 hours - Total 100 marks