A good pass at GCSE is not a prerequisite of the course, but candidates must already be established, proficient and committed performers if they are to be successful. To have a realistic chance of success, a minimum standard of Associated Board grade 6 in an instrument or singing is required, together with a pass at grade 5 Theory, prior to starting the course.
Component 1: Performing (35%) A performance consisting of a minimum of three pieces. At least one of these pieces must be as a soloist. The other pieces may be either as a soloist or as part of an ensemble or a combination of both. OR Component 1: Performing (25%) A performance consisting of a minimum of two pieces either as a soloist or as part of an ensemble or a combination of both. Component 2: Composing (25%) – Coursework Two compositions, one of which must reflect the musical techniques and conventions associated with the Western Classical Tradition and be in response to a brief set by WJEC. The second composition is a free composition. OR Component 2: Composing (35%) – Recital Three compositions, one of which must reflect the musical techniques and conventions associated with the Western Classical Tradition and be in response to a brief set by WJEC. The second composition must reflect the musical characteristics of one different area of study while the third composition is a free composition. Component 3: Appraising (40%) – Listening Exam 2 hours and 15 minutes approx. Area of study A: The Western Classical Tradition (The Development of the Symphony 1750-1900) which includes two set works: Symphony No. 104 in D major, ‘London’: Haydn OR Symphony No. 4 in A major, ‘Italian’: Mendelssohn
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £30,300 - £40,650 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £20,550 - £24,390 |
| Address | Radstock, BA3 4RJ |
A good pass at GCSE is not a prerequisite of the course, but candidates must already be established, proficient and committed performers if they are to be successful. To have a realistic chance of success, a minimum standard of Associated Board grade 6 in an instrument or singing is required, together with a pass at grade 5 Theory, prior to starting the course.
Component 1: Performing (35%) A performance consisting of a minimum of three pieces. At least one of these pieces must be as a soloist. The other pieces may be either as a soloist or as part of an ensemble or a combination of both. OR Component 1: Performing (25%) A performance consisting of a minimum of two pieces either as a soloist or as part of an ensemble or a combination of both. Component 2: Composing (25%) – Coursework Two compositions, one of which must reflect the musical techniques and conventions associated with the Western Classical Tradition and be in response to a brief set by WJEC. The second composition is a free composition. OR Component 2: Composing (35%) – Recital Three compositions, one of which must reflect the musical techniques and conventions associated with the Western Classical Tradition and be in response to a brief set by WJEC. The second composition must reflect the musical characteristics of one different area of study while the third composition is a free composition. Component 3: Appraising (40%) – Listening Exam 2 hours and 15 minutes approx. Area of study A: The Western Classical Tradition (The Development of the Symphony 1750-1900) which includes two set works: Symphony No. 104 in D major, ‘London’: Haydn OR Symphony No. 4 in A major, ‘Italian’: Mendelssohn