Cambridge OCR
Level 3
QN: 601/8242/8
Curriculum Active
Cambridge OCR Level 3 Advanced GCE in Music
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Cambridge OCR. Classified as a GCE A Level. Total guided learning hours: 576 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
Cambridge OCR
Syllabus Units
5 Units
Guided Hours
576 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Appraising
Jazz and Blues
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse jazz and blues music
- Identify improvisation and stylistic traits
2
Appraising
World Music
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse music from non-Western traditions
- Identify cultural and stylistic features
3
Appraising
Popular Music
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse popular music from 1960s to present
- Identify production techniques and song structures
4
Appraising
The Western Classical Tradition
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse music from the Western Classical Tradition
- Identify stylistic features and context
5
Composing
Composition Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Compose a piece of music in response to a brief
- Apply compositional techniques and structures
6
Composing
Composition Portfolio
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a portfolio of compositions
- Demonstrate creativity and technical skill
7
Composing A
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Composing A
- Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Composing A
- Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Composing A
8
Composing B
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Composing B
- Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Composing B
- Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Composing B
9
Listening and appraising
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Listening and appraising
- Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Listening and appraising
- Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Listening and appraising
10
Performing
Solo Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Perform a programme of music as a soloist
- Demonstrate technical control and expressive interpretation
11
Performing
Ensemble Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Perform as part of an ensemble
- Demonstrate ensemble skills and balance
12
Performing A
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Performing A
- Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Performing A
- Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Performing A
13
Performing B
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand key principles, terminology and concepts of Performing B
- Apply practical skills, procedures and techniques in Performing B
- Evaluate performance, standards and best practices for Performing B
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/8242/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Cambridge OCR
- Qualification Type
- GCE A Level
- Operational Start
- Sept 2016
- Operational End
- Aug 2028