The music department at Tonyrefail School aims to inspire, enrich and nurture every pupil to fulfil their musical potential in a dynamic and exciting environment. Every pupil is encouraged to achieve the highest possible standards of which they are capable.
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Our main aim is to develop pupils’ learning through the effective delivery of the curriculum and we aim to develop pupils’ performing, composing and appraising skills.
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\n\nDirector of Learning
\n\nMrs E. Tiltman
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\n\nMiss J. Huxton
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\n\nSubject Teachers
\n\nMiss P. Richards
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\n\nKey Stage 3
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\n\nFrom years 7 to 9 students follow a progressive course that allows students to investigate a wide variety of musical styles whilst developing composition, performing, listening and appraising skills. Some of the genres of music studied include: African Music, Popular Music, TV and Film, Songwriting, Jazz music amongst many others. All students are encouraged to develop vocal and instrumental skills, with particular focus on keyboard work and will use these developing skills to help them create music of their own influence by the genres being studied.
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Key Stage 4
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Our GCSE Music course (WJEC) focuses on three elements: performing, composing and appraising. All three elements are explored during key stage 3, however throughout this course; you will be developing these skills further. Your lessons will fully prepare you for completing the coursework and examination outlined below.
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Unit 1: Performing (35% of qualification)
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Section A: Performing (30%)
\n\n\tFor this unit you will perform two pieces: one piece must be an ensemble performance, the other piece(s) may be a solo performance or another ensemble performance.
\n\t\tSection B: Programme Note (5%)
\n\n\tFor this small section, you will produce a programme note for one of the pieces chosen for performance, linked to an area of study.
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\n\nUnit 2: Composing (35% of qualification)
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Section A: Composing (30%)
\n\n\tFor this unit of study you will produce two compositions: the first composition will be in response to a brief (an option between 4 areas of study), the second composition will be free, to which you will set your own brief.
\n\t\tSection B: Evaluating (5%)
\n\n\tA written evaluation of your first composition.
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Unit 3: Appraising (30% of qualification)
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Examination - 1 hour
\n\n\tThe exam will involve listening to different musical extracts and answering questions. The exam will contain eight questions in total, two questions on each of the four areas of study.
\n\t\tArea of study 1: Musical Forms and Devices
\n\t\tArea of study 2: Music for Ensemble
\n\t\tArea of study 3: Film Music
\n\t\tArea of study 4: Popular Music
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\n\nThroughout this two-year course, students have the opportunity to gain self-confidence by performing to others, develop social and team-working skills and exercise their creativity while engaging in activities that they enjoy. GCSE Music also provides a solid foundation for progression to music-related courses, including A-level Music, and further careers in music.
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