The Joseph Rowntree School

KS4 - GCSE Music & BTEC Music Technology

 

GCSE Music

Curriculum Knowledge

Year 10

The first half term focuses on developing basic theory knowledge through short composition and performance tasks. This leads on from what they have learnt in KS3 and feeds into the listening exam but also builds their understanding of what is required during the course. Throughout the rest of Y10 the students look at the four areas of study and the first study piece. They will also complete short composition and performance tasks to develop their knowledge, resilience and ability to meet a deadline.

Year 11

The first term is focussed on completing the first composition and both performance elements of the course. This allows for time in term 2 to complete the final composition, refine any aspects of the coursework that are not up to standard, look at the second study piece and complete the necessary paperwork. The remaining time in Y11 is dedicated to revisiting the areas of study and the study pieces in highly focussed and differentiated sessions gearing them up towards the listening exam.

 

Skill Development

 

 Subject Specific Skills:

  • Listening
  • Contextual understanding
  • Solo performance
  • Ensemble performance
  • Composition 

Wider Academic Skills / Attributes:

  • Develop student resilience 
  • Develop independence 
  • Team work
  • Students engaging in instrumental lessons develop their skills in logical thinking and problem solving

 

Personal Development - SMSC & Cultural Capital (Opportunities / Experiences)

 

  • Self confidence
  • Developing interpersonal skills
  • Developed communication skills
  • Opportunities to learn an instrument 
  • Participation in Vaudeville productions
  • Show Choir 
  • Brass Initiative
  • Bruno Stars
  • Senior Wind Ensemble
  • Blues Band
  • Senior Choir
  • JRM
  • Music Tech Club
  • Primary School Links

 

BTEC Music Technology

Curriculum Knowledge

Year 10

The first half term focuses on developing basic theory knowledge of Cubase through short composition and tasks and exercises. This leads on from what they have learnt in KS3 and feeds into later assignments but also builds their understanding of what is required during the course. They will also begin working on learning the fundamental principles of working in the music industry ready for the exam element of the course. Throughout the rest of their time they will complete a range of tasks to develop their knowledge, resilience and ability to meet a deadline.

Year 11

The first term is focussed on learning to record live instruments then planning and executing a series of recording sessions. The students will also work on producing a music product and how to launch it effectively in the music industry. The final exam will be taken in January allowing time to complete various coursework assignments before the end of the course.

 

Skill Development

 

Subject Specific Skills:

  • Listening
  • Contextual understanding
  • Sequencing skills
  • Composition

 

Wider Academic Skills / Attributes:

  • Develop student resilience 
  • Develop independence 
  • Team work
  • ICT literacy

 

Personal Development - SMSC & Cultural Capital (Opportunities / Experiences)

 

  • Self confidence
  • Developing interpersonal skills
  • Developed communication skills
  • Opportunities to learn an instrument 
  • Participation in Vaudeville productions
  • Show Choir 
  • Brass Initiative
  • Bruno Stars
  • Senior Wind Ensemble
  • Blues Band
  • Senior Choir
  • JRM
  • Music Tech Club
  • Primary School Links
Go Top