Priestley-2021-prospectus-lo-res

RSL Level 3
Music
Performance
RSL Level 3
Music
Production
EXAM BOARD: RsL
C
EC
D
EXAM BOARD: RsL
C
EC
D
REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE
3 You are a talented and confident performer as an
instrumentalist or vocalist.
3 You have an interest in listening to, and analysing, music.
3 You are interested in performing music as a soloist, in an
ensemble, or multitrack recording.
3 You want to improve your instrumental or vocal skills to
reach your full potential.
3 You want to pursue a career in the music industry.
3 Can be combined with Music Production to create a two
A-Level equivalent combined course. You may also
choose to top this up to the equivalent of three A-Levels
by taking Music Production and the Extended Music
option.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Solo and ensemble performance, rehearsal skills and
techniques, performing for a multitrack recording and
session musicianship.
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
Coursework
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE
THIS COURSE
It is likely you will have studied an instrument or vocals in
one-to-one lessons either privately or at school. You may
have studied GCSE or BTEC music at school although this
is not a strict requirement. A basic knowledge of music
theory is an advantage along with an ability to read musical
scores, chord sheets or tabs.
PROGRESSION
University specialising in a range of music pathways
including performance, production, composition, event
management, music business and music journalism.
REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE
3 You are a keen music maker and enjoy producing
music using computers.
3 You enjoy listening to, and analysing, music.
3 You are interested in sound recording technology
3 You enjoy using electronic devices to create your
own sounds.
3 If you play an instrument you will have the opportunity
to incorporate your performances into your own
compositions (you will not be required to perform to
an audience).
3 Can be combined with Music Performance to create a
2 A level Equivalent combined course. You may also
choose to top this up to the equivalent of 3 A Levels by
taking Music Performance and the Extended
Music option.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) techniques, mixing and
mastering audio files, synthesis and sampling,
composing for media destinations.
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
Coursework
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE
THIS COURSE
Experience using computers to create music either at
school, home or within another setting. Most students
will also play an instrument to a competent level and
have experience writing / composing although it is not
essential to play an instrument.
PROGRESSION
University specialising in music production,
performance, sound engineering, acoustics, event
management and electronic product design. Graduates
have progressed to careers in live sound and recording
studio settings as well as radio, television and computer
games production work.
PRIESTLEY EXTRA
Priestley has strong connections within the music and
events industry. We have regular talks and workshops with
industry professionals such as music producers, product
specialists and touring sound engineers who are all
working at the highest level. Five-day residential at
world-famous Rockfield studios where Queen recorded
Bohemian Rhapsody.
PRIESTLEY EXTRA
Priestley has strong connections within the music and
events industry. We have regular talks and workshops with
industry professionals such as music producers, product
specialists and touring sound engineers who are all
working at the highest level. Five-day residential at
world-famous Rockfield studios where Queen recorded
Bohemian Rhapsody.
58 See page 25 for vocational qualifications key.