Autumn Term

Unit 1 Practical Music Theory and Harmony

Examine the signs and symbols used in musical notation

• A1 Rhythm and pitch in staff notation
• A2 Rhythm and pitch in alternative forms of notation
• A3 How tempo, dynamics and expression can be notated

Explore the application of melodic composition based on musical elements

• B1 Constructing scales
• B2 Melodic construction and development
• B3 Rhythmic devices
• Application of melodic compositional skills

Internally Assessed

Unit 2 Professional Practice in the Music Industry 

Professional practice for industry success

• A1 Professional behaviours
• A2 Project planning
• A3 Legal requirements
• A4 Health and safety

Music Industry Roles, Organisations and Requirements

• B1 Working with others in music industry organisations
• B2 Financial Requirements

Externally Assessed

Spring Term

Unit 1 Practical Music Theory and Harmony

Produce correct musical notation for performance

• D1 Appropriate forms of notation for the context of D2
• D2 Transposition
• D3 Production of Notation

Explore the application of chords and cadences for composition or arrangement

• C1 Application of chordal harmony
• C2 Application of chord progressions

Internally Assessed

Unit 2 Professional Practice in the Music Industry 

Skills for working in the music sector

• C1 Communication Skills
• C2 Working on a freelance basis

Presenting ideas to others

• D1 Preparing Ideas
• D2 Presenting Ideas

Externally Assessed

Summer Term