AQA | 7272
This course investigates, analyses and evaluates Music and its features. Pupils will learn to perform, compose and appreciate different types of music, developing critical and creative thinking, cultural, aesthetic and emotional awareness, and the ability to make music individually and as part of a group.
THE COURSE
Pupils are encouraged to take a more holistic view of their knowledge, performance and compositional skills. Ideally, pupils should be confident performers, able to play or sing at Grade 5 level by Year 11 (with the potential for Grades 6, 7 and 8 in the Sixth Form) and have an interest in, or flair for, composition. That said, if you have a love for music, this is the subject for you.
ASSESSMENTS
- Performance - Recorded Public Performance
(solo or ensemble)
35% (10 mins minimum)
- Composition - Two Compositions totalling six minutes minimum
25% (4.5 mins minimum)
- Paper 1 - Set and Unfamiliar Works
40% (2 hrs)
BEYOND THE COURSE
This subject displays balance in your academic studies and shows you as a pupil with all- round skills and attainment. The content of the course provides a smooth progression to higher education. It allows pupils to develop their knowledge and musical skills, enabling them to progress into undergraduate music or music related degree courses.