A and AS Level Music

A & AS Level - Music

• Course Level: A & AS Level
• Duration: 2 Year
• Start date: September 2010

Introduction to course
This course is designed for musicians keen to learn more about a wide range of music. GCSE Music is not a requirement, although it is important that students can read musical notation and have instrumental or vocal skills at Grade 4/5 level. The AS year is divided into three main units: Performing (both solo and ensemble,) composition (original and stylistic,) and listening and understanding. The A2 year also has three units: Solo recital or composition, harmony and performance, and analysing music.

Course Details
Rock School- Accredited Vocal course Rock school is a course for singers, designed to showcase and develop vocal skills across a range of popular styles. You will learn: A variety of popular songs Musicianship and Aural skills Harmonisation Technical Exercises Ensemble skills Requirements: An audition will be necessary to enrol on this course.

Where the course lead
University courses in Music, music colleges, popular music, music technology, music management, teaching, music publishing, marketing, arts management and media to name but a few.

Additional Information
Music at Monoux This is a thriving activity and the department has become a major centre for Music in the area. There are numerous talented instrumentalists and singers within the College who take part in a wide variety of activities, which include: Jazz Choir The Jazz Choir has a reputation for excellence within the borough. The repertoire performed covers all genres, including arrangements of contemporary Pop songs, Rock Music and Jazz standards. The choir has won festivals and often performs in external gigs and concerts. All singers are welcome to audition. Chamber Orchestra This ensemble is for classical players of strings, wind, brass and percussion instruments, and performs works by composers such as Williams, Mozart, Faure and Saint-Saens. Entry standard is around Grade 4/5. Steel Pans The College has a steel pan group run by an expert tutor. Students are welcome to join, but will need previous experience. Jazz Band Musicians are encouraged to join the Jazz Band, as either part of the rhythm section or as a front line sax, clarinet or brass player. The repertoire is mainly swing or be-bop. Players must be able to read music. Rock Music The College has a number of excellent Rock bands. Within the department we have drum kits and amplifiers to enable rehearsals. Students use the recording facilities to put together demos. Instrumental Lessons The College can offer free instrumental lessons to students keen to continue with their instruments. Although preference is given to students requiring tuition as part of their A Level courses, everyone is welcome to apply. Concerts and outings The department regularly organises trips to concerts and shows. Outings have included visits to the Royal Opera House, Glyndebourne, Royal Albert Hall, West End Shows and Seminars. Concerts at Monoux are a regular feature each term, presenting a wide variety of music, from Classical to Rock.