Year 12 and 13 students are taught in the same class, therefore units 1 and 2 will flip each year.

Unit 5 will always be taught in Year 12,
Unit 3 will always be taught to Year 13, in the spring/summer term of each year.

Year Term 1Term 2Term 3
Autumn Term

Years 12 & 13 will be taught the same unit which will flip each year

September - January		Unit 1 Practical Music Theory and Harmony (Internally Assessed) 90 GLH
● Examine the signs and symbols used in musical notation
● Explore the application of melodic composition based on musical elements
● Explore the application of chords and cadences for composition or arrangement
● Produce correct musical notation for performance

Unit 2- Professional Practice in the Music Industry (External Exam which is sat in January)- 90GLH
● Understand the importance of professional practice in the music industry including legal requirements and health and safety
● Exploring different roles with the music industry, and organisations
● Looking at the skills need to work with the music industry
● Presenting ideas to others
Spring/Summer

January - June
Both units require students to work in groups and develop their ensemble skill. However, Unit 3 is worth 120 credits so is always left until year 13 when students have developed these skills.

Unit 5 Music Session Styles- Year 12 only (internal assessed)-60 GLH
● Write or present an article on the development of Popular Music focusing on Pop, Rock, Blues and Caribbean and Latin Styles.
● Complete a rehearsal log and reflect on progress of rehearsals through milestone reflections.
● Perform three songs as stylistically accurately as possible

Unit 3 Ensemble Music Performance- Year 13 only (Externally Assessed) 120 GLH
For this unit students will be working in groups of 3-8
● Exploring the skills needed for rehearsals and ensemble performance
● Looking at how to interpret an original musical piece
● Develop ensemble performance skills
● Planning rehearsal schedules
● Ensemble performance showcase

For the final assessment students have to complete the following
● Lead a rehearsal
● Record a rehearsal debrief evaluating the rehearsal
● Complete a performance of three songs, chosen from a set list.
● Record a stylistic presentation- explaining how the musical elements were used in their performance.
● Complete a written evaluation under exam conditions.