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Level 3
Level 3 – Year 1
Project 1 – Live Practice
Introduction
Initial Audition
Live Performances Research
In Class Presentation
Job Roles Research
Colour Blue Review
Rehearsal Feedback
Set List Ideas
Live Sound Sessions
Health and Safety
Mock Performance
Final Performance and Sound Assessment
Project Evaluation
Assessment
Project 2 – Composing and Arranging
Introduction
Composition Research
Music Theory
Film Music
History of Music
Famous Composers and Songwriters
Copyright Law
Composition Analysis
Beth’s Theme
Passenger – Iggy Pop
One Kiss – Calvin Harris ft. Dua Lipa
10 Songs That I Have Briefly Analysed
Composing to Moving Image
Sibelius Practice
Electronically Realised Composition
Logic Pro X Practice
Ensemble Composition
Ensemble Composition Practice
Writing Lyrics
Project Evaluation
Assessment
Project 3 – Studio Practice
Introduction
Research
Recording Techniques
Formats of Music and Their History
Recording Engineers and their Methods
The Recording Industry
Recording Sessions
Recording as an Artist
Recording as an Engineer
Mixing Sessions
References
Project Evaluation
Assessment
Project 4 – Specialist Study Preparation
Introduction
Skills Audit
Rehearsals
Performance Evaluation
Assessment
Project 5 – Collaborative Project
Introduction
Proposal
Initial Idea
Aims and Objectives
Presentation
Proposal Form
Pre-Production
Communications
Research
Workshop Structuring
Lyric Writing
Writing Melodies
Creating Harmony
Building Rhythms
Song Structures
Learning iMovie – Video Editing
Promotion
Workshop Structure
Video Structure
Reaction to Coronavirus
Project Amendments
Tutorial
Weekly Evaluations
References
Weekly Targets
Interim Assessment
Summative Assessment
Level 3 – Year 2
Project 1 – Event Production
Introduction
Initial Assessment
Event Management
Case Study
Live Stream Analysis
Being An Event Manager
My Event Concept
The Schedule
Live Performance
Rehearsal Footage
Mock Evaluation
Final Performance Evaluation
Live Stream Evaluation
Video Editing
Promotion
Project Evaluation
Assessment
Project 2 – Community Music and Professional Development
Introduction
BCB Radio
HE Progression and Personal Development
Assessment
Project 3 – Exploration and Research
Social Media Mind Map
Initial Research Resources
Essay Structure
Essay Draft
Reflection and Amendments of my Draft
Final Essay Draft
How Does Social Media Impact the Music Industry?
Assessment
Project 4 – Extended Project
Introduction
Initial Ideas
Proposal
Strengths and Areas for Improvement
Idea Concept
Aims and Objectives
Presentation
Project Proposal
Research
Marketing Research
Management Techniques
Case Studies
Promotion
Logo Design
Photoshoot
Post Analytics
Planning
Locations
Management Schedule
Marketing Schedule
Photoshoot Schedule
Filming Schedule
Running Order
Communications
Weekly Targets
Weekly Evaluations
Final Product Evaluation
Viva Voce Final Project Evaluation
Assessment
Bibliography
Level 4
Creative Industries Context
Music Theory and Aural Perception
Assessment 1 – Transcription
Assessment 2 – Performance
Songwriting Techniques
Assessment 1 – Essay
Assessment 2 – Songwriting
Music Project
Project Proposal
Communications
Promotion
Projection Mapping
Final Evaluation
Bibliography
Music Sequencing Technology
My Tracks and Industry Standard Evaluation
Research
Music Performance Studies
Rehearsal Videos
Sheet Music and Chord Sheets
Ensemble Evaluation
Solo Evaluation
Level 5
Professional Practice and Entrepreneurship
Career Pitch
Further Study Options
Job Specifications and Descriptions
Interview Workshop
CV and Covering Letter Examples
Guest Talks
Performance in the New Music Industry
Introduction
Marketing and Branding
Artist Image
Music Branding
The Importance Of Social Media
Developments in the Industry
Performances
Solo Performance Ideas
Solo Audio Reflection
Solo Video Reflection
Ensemble Performance Ideas
Ensemble Performance
Conclusion
Composing for Film and TV
Composing for Film and TV Essay
Compositions
Composer’s Commentary
Improvisation
Performance and Evaluation
Key Figures Presentation
Live Events Process and Production
Notes
Job Roles Research
Risk Assessment
Stage Plan and Running Order
Front Of House
Sound
Lighting
Evaluation
Collaborative Project
Project Proposal
Funding Opportunities
Promotion
Research
Planning
Final Event Footage
Evaluations and Reflections
Level 6
Creative Music Technology
Initial Ideas
Creating Music in Ableton
Modding VR
Final Product and Evaluation
Ensemble Musicianship
Freelance Working and Self-Employment
Freelance Work Portfolio
Freelance in the Creative Industries Report
Pre-Production Portfolio
Initial Ideas
Proposal
Marketing
Risk Assessment
Scheduling
Financial Planning
Potential Artists and Venues
Resource and Personnel Requirements
Problem-Solving
Communications
Independent Project
Communications
Festival Running Order
Health and Safety
Marketing
Photo Gallery
Research
Evaluations and Reflections
Level 3 – Year 2
