Music

The Music course offers you the opportunity to learn using professional music technology equipment and to learn and play instruments. You are given a choice of instrument to learn including piano, guitar, drum kit, bass guitar or vocals.

The course covers a range of musical styles and you will learn about four main areas of music- the industry, recording, performance and composition. Students will learn mainly through practical sessions and visits from professional musicians.

Collaborations with Media, Art and Digital Arts are an essential part of the course. You are expected to produce a portfolio of work including your own compositions, videos of performances and participation in workshops.

The Level 2 qualification can lead to courses in Further Education such as Level 3 in Music, Music Technology and Performing Arts. University courses include degrees in Sound Production, Music Performance and Performing Arts.

The future career opportunities are endless but include performer, session musician, composer, concert promoter, artist manager, producer, tutor, youth worker or workshop leader, sound engineer and stage technician.

Units to be completed:

Unit Number

Unit Name

Assessment

Unit summary

1 (mandatory)

The Music Industry

External

In this unit you will understand different types of organisations that make up the music industry and understand job roles in the music industry.

2 (mandatory synoptic)

Managing a Music Product

Internal

In this unit you will plan, develop and deliver a music product; promote a music product and review the management of a music product.

4

Introducing Music Composition

Internal

In this unit you will explore creative stimuli to meet a brief; develop, extend and shape music for performances and present compositions appropriately.

7

Introducing Music Sequencing

Internal

In this unit you will explore music sequencing techniques and use music sequencing software to create music.

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