Music

Course summary

A-level Music is a pre-requisite for any degree-level Music course, however many able musicians choose to study A-level Music to utilise their performing skills as part of their A-level studies. Since the skills learned throughout the course are transferable to any other academic discipline, Music A level can make a very suitable and enjoyable option alongside Arts, Humanities or Science subjects. The A-level course is suitable for students who have: • achieved 7 or higher for GCSE Music (students who have not studied GCSE Music may also be considered if they have passed Grade V Music Theory and have a broad practical experience of performing and composing music) • achieved Grade V or higher on at least one instrument • a keen interest in performing, composing and analysing music in a range of different styles Appraising Music You will develop knowledge and understanding of music through three areas of study: • The Western Classical Tradition • Rock and Pop, or Musical Theatre, or Jazz • Into the Twentieth Century Music A level is respected as a challenging academic qualification due to the wide range of skills it develops: • Communication • Self-management • Teamwork • Problem-solving • Application of IT • Business/customer awareness • Application of numeracy A recent study by the University of Nottingham concluded that Music students develop ALL 7 of these skills in the course of their studies and related musical activities. This helps to explain why Music students are so successful in the employment market!