Ni Ddychwel Doe
“Yesterday Never Returns”
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- Lewis School Pengam, Gilfach, Pengam, Bargoed CF81 8LJ
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- lewisschoolpengam@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk
Through this course you will develop your skills and knowledge in three distinct disciplines: performing, composing and and appraising.
In addition to developing your performing skills both as an individual and also as part of a group, you will have the opportunity to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to communicate effectively as a musician.
You will study a variety of genres and styles and develop an awareness of a variety of instruments, styles and approaches to performing and composing.
You will also develop an understanding of music technologies and their use in the creation and presentation of music.
The composition element of the course is a particular strength at Lewis School Pengam. An emphasis on this aspect of the qualification composition has led to pupils gaining awards and very high results in this area.
You will be advised to take part in the extra curricular work that is available to you. This will greatly enhance your performance skills.
There are no specific prior learning requirements, but learners should enjoy performing and composing as well as analytically listening to music.
For Unit 1: Performing, learners should be able to demonstrate ability on their chosen instrument at Grade 3 or above, so participating in instrumental lessons inside or outside of school will be advantageous.
The syllabus is divided into three sections:
Unit 1: Performing (35%)
Section A: Performing (30%)
A minimum of two pieces, one of which must be an ensemble performance of at least one minute duration. The other piece(s) may be either solo and or ensemble.
Section B: Programme Note (5%)
A Programme Note for one of the pieces chosen for performance.
Unit 2: Composing (35%)
Section A: Composing (30%)
Two compositions, one of which must be a response to a brief set by the WJEC. The second composition is a free composition for which learners set their own brief.
Section B: Evaluating (5%)
An evaluation of the piece composed in response to a brief set by the WJEC.
Unit 3: Appraising (30%)
This unit is assessed via a listening examination. Two of the eight questions are based on prepared extracts set by the WJEC.
Ni Ddychwel Doe
“Yesterday Never Returns”