A level music is an exciting exploration of music providing both breadth and depth of study. The three fundamental areas of performance, composition and appraising are developed through critical and creative study. You will consider A Level Music if you are passionate about listening to and performing music. The course encourages students to consider the historical, social and cultural context of the music that they study. With a range of areas of study from the beginnings of the Symphony, to Berlioz and Liszt's interpretations of the form, the development of Pop and Rock over the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s, Musical Theatre and 21st Century Music of Sally Beamish and Thomas Ades there is a wealth of musical styles to choose from.
This course is available to all students who have a keen interest in music of all genres and who are able to perform as vocalist or instrumentalist at a high standard. Students who have completed a GCSE course will find this a good foundation for the work covered at A Level, but it is not a pre-requisite. Knowledge of music theory to Grade V standard or equivalent is essential as well as performance skills as a vocalist or instrumentalist of a minimum Grade 6 standard at the beginning of the course.
Component 1 Performing Music Candidates choose either Option A or Option B according to their strength in performance. Option A is worth 35% of the overall grade awarded. Perform a solo recital that includes at least 3 different pieces in contrasting styles. Option B is worth 25% of the overall grade awarded. Perform a solo recital that includes at least 2 different pieces in contrasting styles. Assessment: Final recital is examined by a visiting examiner from Eduqas. Component 2 Composing Music If Candidates have chosen option A for performing, they must also choose Option A for composing. Option A is worth 25% of the overall grade awarded. 2 compositions between 4-6 minutes mins total Option B is worth 35% of the overall grade awarded. 3 compositions between 8-10 mins total Assessment: Coursework externally marked. Curriculum Information for Parents: Sixth Form 2023/2024 Component 3 Appraising Music 40% of overall grade awarded. Assessment: Exam 2 hours 15 minutes
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £27,555 - £33,570 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,150 - £19,350 |
| Address | Convent of Jesus and Mary, Thornton, Milton Keynes, MK17 0HJ |
A level music is an exciting exploration of music providing both breadth and depth of study. The three fundamental areas of performance, composition and appraising are developed through critical and creative study. You will consider A Level Music if you are passionate about listening to and performing music. The course encourages students to consider the historical, social and cultural context of the music that they study. With a range of areas of study from the beginnings of the Symphony, to Berlioz and Liszt's interpretations of the form, the development of Pop and Rock over the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s, Musical Theatre and 21st Century Music of Sally Beamish and Thomas Ades there is a wealth of musical styles to choose from.
This course is available to all students who have a keen interest in music of all genres and who are able to perform as vocalist or instrumentalist at a high standard. Students who have completed a GCSE course will find this a good foundation for the work covered at A Level, but it is not a pre-requisite. Knowledge of music theory to Grade V standard or equivalent is essential as well as performance skills as a vocalist or instrumentalist of a minimum Grade 6 standard at the beginning of the course.
Component 1 Performing Music Candidates choose either Option A or Option B according to their strength in performance. Option A is worth 35% of the overall grade awarded. Perform a solo recital that includes at least 3 different pieces in contrasting styles. Option B is worth 25% of the overall grade awarded. Perform a solo recital that includes at least 2 different pieces in contrasting styles. Assessment: Final recital is examined by a visiting examiner from Eduqas. Component 2 Composing Music If Candidates have chosen option A for performing, they must also choose Option A for composing. Option A is worth 25% of the overall grade awarded. 2 compositions between 4-6 minutes mins total Option B is worth 35% of the overall grade awarded. 3 compositions between 8-10 mins total Assessment: Coursework externally marked. Curriculum Information for Parents: Sixth Form 2023/2024 Component 3 Appraising Music 40% of overall grade awarded. Assessment: Exam 2 hours 15 minutes