A-level music is essentially a continuation and extension of the study that pupils undertake in GCSE music. That is: analysis of some set works; developing advanced understanding of the stylistic features of classical, pop, jazz, and contemporary music; composing sophisticated music in a variety of styles; performing music to an advanced level.
• Achieving at least 5 grade 6’s at GCSE including English and Maths. • Obtaining at least a grade 6 in those subjects students wish to study at A level (or equivalent).
The final exam is a 2 hour listening and written exam which involves: • Short analysis questions based on the set works • Transcription tasks based on other pieces of Western Classical Music • General listening skills based on music from classical, pop, rock and 20th Century contemporary styles • An essay about the development of the symphony through the 18th and 19th Century
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Hounslow |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £25,551 |
| Address | 6 Capital Interchange Way, Brentford, London, TW8 0EX |
A-level music is essentially a continuation and extension of the study that pupils undertake in GCSE music. That is: analysis of some set works; developing advanced understanding of the stylistic features of classical, pop, jazz, and contemporary music; composing sophisticated music in a variety of styles; performing music to an advanced level.
• Achieving at least 5 grade 6’s at GCSE including English and Maths. • Obtaining at least a grade 6 in those subjects students wish to study at A level (or equivalent).
The final exam is a 2 hour listening and written exam which involves: • Short analysis questions based on the set works • Transcription tasks based on other pieces of Western Classical Music • General listening skills based on music from classical, pop, rock and 20th Century contemporary styles • An essay about the development of the symphony through the 18th and 19th Century