Music AS/A2
Arts, Media and Publishing


What will you be working towards?
Code | SHS20 |
Qualification Type | GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent |
Qualification Level | Level 3 |
Course type | Full Time |
Overview
What will I be studying?
Influences on Music in Context (e.g. The Western Classical Tradition, Music Theatre, Early 20 th Century Jazz)
Practical aspects of performance and communicating as a musician.
Creating and Interpreting Musical Ideas
How sounds are organized.
What does this subject involve?
Performing (in an ensemble and as a soloist), compositional techniques, aural skills, and listening and appraising skills which include the study of various musical genres and the analysis of set works.
Details
How will it be delivered?
Entry requirements
At least Grade 6 (instrument or voice)
At least Grade 5 theory of music
A willingness to keep improving as a performer
A healthy curiosity about how music works and how it has been communicated to people over the years
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Your next steps...
Those who continue their music studies to a higher level pursue careers such as: arts administration, media, performance, teaching, studio and orchestral management, music therapy, publishing, and recording.