Music A Level

Music A Level
Prospectus Code (FTB115) Barnstaple
Length of Study
AS Level one year
A Level two years
Entry Requirements
Cost
You will need to play your own instrument. You will need to buy an anthology of music, and if you wish to compose music using the College computers you should buy your own headphones.
The Programme
The course comprises of performing, composing and appraising and builds on the work started at GCSE. There are no limits on the instruments (or voices) and types of repertoire which may be presented in performance and
the study of the widest possible range of music, including folk, popular and classical traditions of non-western origin as well as those of jazz and western classical and popular traditions, is encouraged. Being able to read music is an essential skill.
The Programme Content
The course includes historical study, aural tests, compositional techniques and free composition, monitoring and assessment of performance.
Progression / Careers
Higher Education courses not only in music, but in other arts related areas.