AS Level Popular Music Industries

Popular Music Industries
Level: AS and A Level

Board: OCR

Method of assessment
Of the six modules studied, four are concerned with live performance (gigging) including appearances at our renowned Rockfest. Two modules are concerned with industry and employment matters and are realistic in their interpretation of actually working in the industry. Two of the performance modules are externally assessed.

Why choose this course?
You will have an opportunity to gain the skills required to enter the highly competitive but rewarding music business and an in-depth knowledge of the music industry. The emphasis is on gigging so band membership and performing live regularly throughout the course are the cornerstones of the activity. In the second year, all bands spend time recording at The Atrium (Glamorgan University) in Cardiff. Students also have the chance to crew at the John Peel Stage at Glastonbury Festival.

What will I study?
Students initially focus on assessing and developing playing and performance skills as well as investigating Performing Arts businesses. Later, investigations include marketing PR and promotion, accounts and financial management. A large part of the course is performing at a wide range of venues across the West Country and students take instrumental or voice lessons leading to grade exams.

Huish Extra
You may have the chance to see your music on sale through the college record label Studio 6 and through our website. In addition to The John Peel stage, we also crew the Pilton Party on the Festival site in September and The Glastonbury Festival Battle Of The Bands National Final.

From 2008 Film enrichment students have joined us to provide AV and filming support.