WJEC Eduqas GCE AS/A level in Music Music AS/A level is designed for those students who have a passion for Music, both listening, composing and performing. Students will complete the As course in year 12 and will be expected to continue onto the A level course. Students will need to be confident performers and have achieved a minimum of Grade 3 ABRSM or equivalent standard. Performing is an essential part of any musicianship and students will be expected to perform on a variety of platforms culminating in a final performance to a visiting examiner. To access the highest grades at AS/A level students will need to be able to perform to a Grade 5 standard. Composing is of equal weighting to the performing component - it is worth noting that some of the greatest composers were also fine performers! Students will be expected to compose two compositions, one linked to Music form the Western Classical tradition and a second composition of their own free choice. Various composition workshops will be offered and students will be expected to listen to a wide of music to help inform their own composition work. The third component of AS Music is Appraising. Area of study one will explore a compulsory unit on Music from the Western Classical tradition focussing on The Development of the Symphony 1750-1830. A second area of study will be dependent of students interest and areas of expertise. Rock and Pop, Musical Theatre and Jazz. As Level Assessment Component 1: Performing Component 2: Composing Component 3: Appraising - Written examination: I hour 30 minutes 40% qualification A Level Assessment Component 1: Total duration of performance: 6-8 minutes 30% of qualification - Non Exam Assessment (NEA): externally marked by visiting examiner Component 2: Total duration of composition: 4 ½ - 7 minutes 30% of qualification – Non Exam assessment (NEA): externally assessed by exam board. Component 3: Appraising Written examination: 2 hours 15 minutes (approximately) 40% of qualification Area of Study A: The Western Classical tradition Area of Study B: Rock and Pop Areas of Study C: Musical Theatre Areas of Study D: Jazz Why study AS/A level Music? It provides transferable skills such as self-management, creativity, data analysis, performance, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication. All of these will come in useful for studying other subjects at A Level, progressing to University and when job hunting. Employers always look out for these vital skills. Music sharpens memory; students refine their memorisation skills through musical practice. Music can help maintain good mental health. Creating and listening to music can have a positive effect on mood and mental health as well as aid relaxation during stressful academic times.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Fambridge Road, Maldon, CM9 6AB |
WJEC Eduqas GCE AS/A level in Music Music AS/A level is designed for those students who have a passion for Music, both listening, composing and performing. Students will complete the As course in year 12 and will be expected to continue onto the A level course. Students will need to be confident performers and have achieved a minimum of Grade 3 ABRSM or equivalent standard. Performing is an essential part of any musicianship and students will be expected to perform on a variety of platforms culminating in a final performance to a visiting examiner. To access the highest grades at AS/A level students will need to be able to perform to a Grade 5 standard. Composing is of equal weighting to the performing component - it is worth noting that some of the greatest composers were also fine performers! Students will be expected to compose two compositions, one linked to Music form the Western Classical tradition and a second composition of their own free choice. Various composition workshops will be offered and students will be expected to listen to a wide of music to help inform their own composition work. The third component of AS Music is Appraising. Area of study one will explore a compulsory unit on Music from the Western Classical tradition focussing on The Development of the Symphony 1750-1830. A second area of study will be dependent of students interest and areas of expertise. Rock and Pop, Musical Theatre and Jazz. As Level Assessment Component 1: Performing Component 2: Composing Component 3: Appraising - Written examination: I hour 30 minutes 40% qualification A Level Assessment Component 1: Total duration of performance: 6-8 minutes 30% of qualification - Non Exam Assessment (NEA): externally marked by visiting examiner Component 2: Total duration of composition: 4 ½ - 7 minutes 30% of qualification – Non Exam assessment (NEA): externally assessed by exam board. Component 3: Appraising Written examination: 2 hours 15 minutes (approximately) 40% of qualification Area of Study A: The Western Classical tradition Area of Study B: Rock and Pop Areas of Study C: Musical Theatre Areas of Study D: Jazz Why study AS/A level Music? It provides transferable skills such as self-management, creativity, data analysis, performance, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication. All of these will come in useful for studying other subjects at A Level, progressing to University and when job hunting. Employers always look out for these vital skills. Music sharpens memory; students refine their memorisation skills through musical practice. Music can help maintain good mental health. Creating and listening to music can have a positive effect on mood and mental health as well as aid relaxation during stressful academic times.