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What do I need in order to study GCSE Music?In order to do GCSE Music, you will need to: Enjoy playing an instrument or singing/rapping Enjoy using Logic Pro to make music Be prepared to play in an ensemble.You might already take part in instrumental / vocal / Music TechnologyLessons at The Bridge Academy or outside school.What are the coursework requirements?Performance 30%Composition 30%What about examinations?Listening Examination: 40%A written paper that assesses knowledge and understanding of musicalconcepts and set works listed above.How much homework will I have to do?Playing your instrument or singing regularly will help you achieve not only ahigh grade but also better mastery of your instrument. Homework related tolistening topics is set each week as part of the personalised revision timetable.How will I be assessed on this course?Coursework is marked within the Music Department, and externallymoderated. The listening paper is marked externally.Where can I find out more about this qualification?http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/music-2016.htmlSubject Lead: kathryn.judd@bridgeacademy.hackney.sch.uk46
Subject: RSL Music PractitionersOptionWhy study this subject?The Music Practitioners course is anenjoyable and exciting way to further yourmusical performance skills. We haveselected the Rock School Vocational Courseas we feel it is ideal for those students whofavour performing over other aspects ofmusical learning.What qualifications will I get at the end of the course?Level 2 Certificate in RSL Music Practitioners.What can this qualification lead to afterwards?Further vocational music courses such as BTECMusic, RSL Music Courses, Music Technology andPerforming Arts; a degree in Music (BA or BMUS).The skills you will gain by studying music are wellrespectedby colleges and universities and highlysought after in a wide range of jobs.What topics will I study on this course?There is one compulsory unit:Live Music Performance AssignmentThis entails producing a 15 minute performance ofmusic at an event (e.g. a concert). You can selectyour own repertoire and choose how you presentit.Two optional units will be selected from the following: Music Style Development Music Rehearsal Skills Instrumental Study Organising a Music Event Recorded Music Performance.47
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