Whether you’re a budding rock star or classical instrumentalist, A Level Music will develop your skills in performing, composing and analysing the medium you love. You will develop a more informed appreciation of music of all kinds, from Beethoven and Shostakovich to Louis Armstrong and Charlie Parker to Lady Gaga and Coldplay. The course content is flexible enough for you to use the underpinning theory you learn to develop your skills in whatever area of music you are most interested in.
Course Content
This course covers the three main strands of music – composing, listening and performing – to an advanced level. Students will analyse a variety of musical pieces from across all genres and learn to compose using both pastiche and original ideas. A large proportion of the course is performance based, with students submitting their best recordings for assessment.
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C). Preferably including a grade 4 (grade C) in GCSE Music or equivalent musical experience.
Other A Levels
Music works really well with other creative subjects such as Media, Fine Art, Graphics and Drama, but could complement any A Level subjects.
Where will my course lead?
Students often go on to read Music at degree level.
Course Costs
Please note that the costs given below are subject to change.
The Additional Cost, payable to the College, is £20. You will be asked to pay this or to put arrangements in place to pay this, at enrolment. Additional Costs are incurred to support teaching, learning and assessment resources, and for Music would include materials to support exam work and practical work, and software to aid composition. We aim to give you a high-quality learning experience, fully preparing you for the next stage in your education or the workplace.
We also offer students opportunities to participate in a range of optional activities and visits outside of their course. These would be charged for separately and usually run subject to demand.
Please note: Fees are subject to change.
Contact
Tel: 01584 872846
Email: enquiries@hlcollege.ac.uk
