Introduction

Board: EdExcel AS + A Level (A1, A2)

This subject is part of the consortium offer and takes place at St George's.

Music Technology plays a key role in music across the world. Students will learn how to make a studio recording, music production skills, and arrangement skills including creating sounds through synthesis. Students, including those who do not play a traditional instrument, are encouraged to explore their musicality and create original materials using technology.

General Information

• There will be plenty of opportunities for performance, both as an individual and in ensembles.
• Students are expected to listen to music beyond the prescribed specification and to take part in a variety of School and outside musical events.
• The Douglas Dawn Sixth Form Instrumental Scholarship is awarded each year to a student studying AS or A Level Music, or Music Technology, following auditions held in September.
• The Douglas Dawn Sixth Form Organ Scholarship is also awarded annually.