Unit 1 - Performing: 30% You will perform for at least 8 minutes in a recital situation as a soloist and / or member of an ensemble. This is recorded and marked externally. Grade 6 is a general level to be aiming for. Unit 2 - Composing: 30% You will compose two compositions lasting a total of at least 6 minutes. One composition will be based on a brief set by Edexcel or it will be a free composition, and one composition will be from a brief assessing technique (Bach chorale; two-part counterpoint; arrangement; remix) set by Edexcel. You will produce a score and a recording of the pieces, which are marked externally. Unit 3 - Developing Musical Understanding: 40% You will sit a two hour exam, answering questions on Set Works, Listening, Investigating Musical Styles and Understanding Chords and Lines. Marked externally. You will learn about 6 areas of study: Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions and New Directions.
Entry to the Sixth Form is based upon interview (via video or telephone call, if international), a satisfactory performance in the entrance examination, completion of a 500-word handwritten personal statement and submission of satisfactory school reports and school reference. We would also expect good performance at GCSE (or equivalent). Applicants would normally be required to have obtained a minimum of 5 Grade 6 passes at GCSE (or equivalent). Applicants for the Cambridge Technical course would be expected to achieve Grade 4 passes at GCSE including Maths and English Language, together with 3 other Grade 4s at GCSE. Some international pupils may be required to sit the Oxford Placement test. UK boarders will also be required to complete an overnight trial board if becoming a boarder.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £25,000; Boarding £37,140 - £42,540 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Stonyhurst, Clitheroe, BB7 9PZ |
Unit 1 - Performing: 30% You will perform for at least 8 minutes in a recital situation as a soloist and / or member of an ensemble. This is recorded and marked externally. Grade 6 is a general level to be aiming for. Unit 2 - Composing: 30% You will compose two compositions lasting a total of at least 6 minutes. One composition will be based on a brief set by Edexcel or it will be a free composition, and one composition will be from a brief assessing technique (Bach chorale; two-part counterpoint; arrangement; remix) set by Edexcel. You will produce a score and a recording of the pieces, which are marked externally. Unit 3 - Developing Musical Understanding: 40% You will sit a two hour exam, answering questions on Set Works, Listening, Investigating Musical Styles and Understanding Chords and Lines. Marked externally. You will learn about 6 areas of study: Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions and New Directions.
Entry to the Sixth Form is based upon interview (via video or telephone call, if international), a satisfactory performance in the entrance examination, completion of a 500-word handwritten personal statement and submission of satisfactory school reports and school reference. We would also expect good performance at GCSE (or equivalent). Applicants would normally be required to have obtained a minimum of 5 Grade 6 passes at GCSE (or equivalent). Applicants for the Cambridge Technical course would be expected to achieve Grade 4 passes at GCSE including Maths and English Language, together with 3 other Grade 4s at GCSE. Some international pupils may be required to sit the Oxford Placement test. UK boarders will also be required to complete an overnight trial board if becoming a boarder.