Music
Head of Department: Mr Craig Holder
Key Stage 3 (Year 7-9)
Year 7
Autumn Term: What do we mean by the language of music and how can I express myself using my voice?
Spring Term: How do others express themselves using the language of music?
Summer Term: What are the ingredients of a Number 1 Pop Song?
Year 8
Autumn Term: How is rhythm used around the world?
Spring Term: How does music help people celebrate?
Summer Term: Why do modern artists borrow ideas from others?
Year 9
Autumn Term: How is music used in films and what makes a fantastic film score?
Spring Term: How can I use Logic Pro to create a game score that adds impact?
Summer Term: How does ‘My London’ sound? How do I compose a No.1 pop song that represents ‘My London’ sound?
Key Stage 4 (Year 10-11)
GCSE MUSIC 9-1 (OCR J536)
Coursework (60%)
Integrated Portfolio: 1x Performance & 1x Composition
Practical Component: 1x Ensemble Performance & 1x Composition
Listening Exam (40%)
Areas of Study:
- My Music
- The Concerto Through Time
- Rhythms of the World
- Film Music
- Conventions of Pop
Independent Learning Resources & Extra-Curricular
Key Stage 3
- SJCR Music Google Classroom.
Key Stage 4
- Rhinegold Education: OCR GCSE MUSIC STUDY GUIDE
- Rhinegold Education: OCR GCSE MUSIC REVISION GUIDE
- SJCR Music Google Classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Students are able to gain experience and tuition for:
- Cello
- Choir
- Drums
- French Horn
- Guitar
- Piano
- Singing
- Steel Band
- String Orchestra
- Trombone
- Trumpet
- Violin
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