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PERFORMING ARTS & MEDIA A-LEVEL music btec LEVEL 3 music REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE WHAT YOU WILL STUDY You will explore a wide range of musical scores and recordings using software such as Cubase, Sibelius, Auralia and Musition. Music, analysis, score reading abilities and listening skills. Focus on performance technique and interpreting the performance details of your chosen pieces. Learn to wield advanced compositional techniques by studying a variety of key styles, composers and pieces. HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED In Performance, you will develop a chosen repertoire through regular feedback and targets for progression every half term, culminating in a six-minute recording at the end of the year (30%). Two compositions totaling 4½ minutes (30%). An exam (40%), testing listening and analysis skills as well as knowledge and understanding of musical works. 3 Excellent preparation for further study in Music and a career in the music industry. 3 Develop your practical skills, music theory knowledge, music industry knowledge and music software skills. 3 Learn about a wide range of popular music styles including Rock ‘n’ Roll, Britpop, Motown and Rock, as well as composing your own music and learning how the industry works. WHAT YOU WILL STUDY Develop your skills in all areas of music, with a strong focus on performance and theoretical aspects of the subject. Solo performance with an individual instrumental lesson, music theory, composition, freelance musicianship, sequencing, the history of popular music and sound recording. Group rehearsals and workshops, live performances and multi-track recordings throughout the academic year. Music marketing and production management. An 18-unit Extended Diploma includes a strong focus on Music Technology. If this option is taken it is not anticipated students would also study A-Level Music Technology as content will overlap. HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED Solo and group performances, presentations, podcasts, tutor observations, blogs and written coursework. As this a vocational course, you will be continually assessed – every piece of work you do will contribute to your final grade. WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE • to be confident and skilled performer at grade 5 standard or above • to successfully complete an audition • a passion for different styles of music • experience reading music notation and have, or be working towards, grade 5 music theory • enthusiasm for creating and analysing music • to be an accomplished and experienced performer, though you do not need formal music qualifications, you should be at least grade 5 (Rockschool, LCM, Trinity, ABRSM) standard on your chosen instrument or voice • to successfully complete an audition • passion for studying a wide range of music genres from the 1940s onwards • commitment to developing your skills as an all-round musician, as well as your instrumental or vocal technique. PROGRESSION Study music performance or composition, or a popular, classical or jazz music degree. Study at university or at a music conservatoire such as the RNCM and Leeds College of Music. Career options including performer, composer, musical director, teacher and music critic. PROGRESSION Further study of Performance, Composition, Music Technology and Production at university. Other avenues could include Media, Broadcasting, Business, Marketing and Management. Work as a performer, composer, producer, technician or as a journalist. PRIESTLEY EXTRA Take part in recording workshops, ensemble performances, concert trips, guest speakers from the music industry and the college productions. Attend professional workshops and residential trips throughout the year. PRIESTLEY EXTRA Additional music theory classes, Jazz Club and ‘Breathe’ the college choir. Regular visits, workshops and trips. www.priestley.ac.uk 01925 415415 [email protected] 3 Excellent preparation for further study in Music and a career in the music industry as a performer, composer or musicologist. 3 Expand your awareness of the features of different musical styles including Popular, Jazz, Baroque, Classical and Music for Media. 3 Develop your knowledge of music theory, listening skills, musical analysis and composition skills. 3 Increase your understanding of performance practice and improve your technical skill on your instrument or voice.