About the Course

This course has been designed to support students with every aspect of their GCSE Music course and will be tailored to the specific requirements of whichever examination board a student is studying, i.e, AQA, Edexcel, OCR or WJEC/Eduqas.

What Can I Expect?

By the end of the course, you will have developed an appreciation and understanding of the diverse heritage of music necessary to score high marks in the listening and appraising paper, You will also have gained technical insight and improved your skills in the performance modules and written a composition worthy of Grades 7-9 for the GCSE Music exam.

Course Outline

TERM ONE: Develop key appraisal skills for the GCSE Music listening paper and refine compositions using rhythm, metre, texture, melody, structure, and form to achieve top grades. TERM TWO: Strengthen listening exam confidence while receiving expert guidance on recording your performance, including delivery, preparation, piece selection, and managing nerves. TERM THREE: Apply your musical knowledge through practice exam questions and tutor feedback to excel in the Listening and Appraising Paper.