Music
The Boswells School - Essex
01245264451
Burnham Road, Chelmsford, CM1 6LY
Course summary

In this course you will develop your skills in performing, composing and listening. You will encounter a great variety of music. There are seven areas of study, as follows: 1. Western classical tradition 1650-1910 (compulsory) 2. Pop Music 3. Music for Media 4. Music Theatre 5. Jazz 6. Contemporary traditional music 7. Art music since 1910 Students must study Area of Study 1: Western classical tradition 1650-1910 and choose two Areas of Study 2-7. These will be chosen in consultation with the teacher. If you are interested in Music Technology, you will have ample opportunity to use it and develop your skills. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES/PROGRESSION This course can lead to further qualifications involving Music, Music Technology, Performing Arts, Composing, and arranging. It can also lead to careers in the Music and Music Publishing industries. There are also many university courses where a wide range of interest and knowledge are an advantage.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in Music, if not taken Grade 5 in an instrument.

How you'll be assessed

Composition (25% - 50 marks): Performance (35% - 50 marks): Solo and/or ensemble performing as an instrumentalist, or vocalist and/or music production (via technology). Appraising (40% - 120 marks): Exam paper with listening and written questions using excerpts of music. A good standard of performance is required and you will be expected to receive lessons on your chosen instrument. Some knowledge of music theory is essential as students will need to be able to read and analyse short passages of music.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityEssex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBurnham Road, Chelmsford, CM1 6LY