A Level

Music

The study of performing, composing, and developing musical understanding
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A LEVEL
EDUQAS
40% Exam 60% NEA
6+ Music AND 5 Music Theory AND 5 or equivalent in instrument

What is Music?

Studying A Level Music, you will enjoy the challenges of performing, composing, and developing musical understanding through listening and musical analysis. 

The course provides a wealth of knowledge in a wide range of musical styles as well as an opportunity to study set works in thorough musical detail, developing your analysis skills.

The course provides a wealth of knowledge in a wide range of musical styles as well as an opportunity to study set works in thorough musical detail developing your analysis skills.

Why study Music?

Music offers a kaleidoscope of career and study opportunities.

Music is fast paced, challenging, and thoroughly enjoyable.

You will find this course stimulating and motivating.

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Music Exam Results

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PASS

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A* to C

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A* to B

HEAR FROM OUR STUDENTS

Music pushed me to develop my theory & technical knowledge while applying them to my compositional skills and instrumental performance

Year 13 Music Student

Music
Course Content

This course offers students the choice to major or minor performing and composing. The units will build and develop on the study you have already started in Year 12.

PAPER
Appraising
WEIGHT
40%
LENGTH
2 Hours & 15 Minutes

This paper will incorporate listening, analysis, and essay questions on the following areas of study:

  • The Development of the Symphony
  • Music Theatre
  • Into the Twentieth Century

 

COMPONENT 1
Performing
MINOR
MAJOR
WEIGHT
25%
35%
LENGTH
6-8 Minutes
10-12 Minutes
FORMAT
Two Pieces
Two Pieces

If you choose to major in performance you will perform for 10-12 minutes, and will be assessed by a visiting examiner. If you choose to minor performing you will perform for 6-8 minutes. You will need to perform at least two contrasting pieces that are equivalent to Grade 6 standard.

COMPONENT 2
Composing
MINOR
MAJOR
WEIGHT
25%
35%
LENGTH
4-6 Minutes
8-10 Minutes
FORMAT
Two Compositions
Three Compositions

If you choose to major in composing, you will complete three compositions, that have a total duration of 8-10 minutes. One composition must link to the Western Classic tradition and will be based on a set brief, one to another area of study, and one will be a free composition. If you choose to minor in composing, you will complete two compositions, that have a total duration of 4-6 minutes. One composition must link to the Western Classic tradition and will be based on a set brief, one to another area of study, and one will be a free composition.

PAPER
Appraising
WEIGHT
40%
LENGTH
2 Hours & 15 Minutes

This paper will incorporate listening, analysis, and essay questions on the following areas of study:

  • The Development of the Symphony
  • Music Theatre
  • Into the Twentieth Century

 

COMPONENT 1 Minor
Performing
WEIGHT
25%
LENGTH
6-8 Minutes
FORMAT
Two Pieces
COMPONENT 1 Major
Performing
WEIGHT
35%
LENGTH
10-12 Minutes
FORMAT
Two Pieces

If you choose to major in performance you will perform for 10-12 minutes, and will be assessed by a visiting examiner. If you choose to minor performing you will perform for 6-8 minutes. You will need to perform at least two contrasting pieces that are equivalent to Grade 6 standard.

COMPONENT 2 Minor
Composing
WEIGHT
25%
LENGTH
4-6 Minutes
FORMAT
Two Compositions
COMPONENT 2 Major
Composing
WEIGHT
35%
LENGTH
8-10 Minutes
FORMAT
Three Compositions

If you choose to major in composing, you will complete three compositions, that have a total duration of 8-10 minutes. One composition must link to the Western Classic tradition and will be based on a set brief, one to another area of study, and one will be a free composition. If you choose to minor in composing, you will complete two compositions, that have a total duration of 4-6 minutes. One composition must link to the Western Classic tradition and will be based on a set brief, one to another area of study, and one will be a free composition.

Mr Stewart

Mr G STEWART

SUBJECT LEADER FOR Music

We are so delighted you are considering Music as one of your A Levels. My team and I are passionate about the art of music and are keen to impart our love for the subject on you too.

I would be really happy to answer any questions you may have about Music; please do not hesitate to contact me.

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