Pearson
    Level 3
    QN: 603/3027/2
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    Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Music Performance

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 360 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 3
    Awarding Body
    Pearson
    Syllabus Units
    5 Units
    Guided Hours
    360 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Composing Music

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Examine compositional techniques
    • Explore original musical material
    • Develop an original composition
    2

    Ensemble Music Performance

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the skills needed for rehearsals and ensemble performance
    • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how to interpret an original musical piece
    • Apply skills and techniques when contributing to an ensemble during rehearsal and performance
    • Be able to contribute towards a performance as part of an ensemble
    • Be able to reflect and make connections between responding, planning, rehearsal and performance
    3

    Improvising Music

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand elements and conventions of improvisational musical styles
    • Develop improvisational skills and techniques
    • Demonstrate improvisation skills for music performance
    4

    Music Performance Session Styles

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Explore music genres and styles
    • Develop skills in music of different genres and styles
    • Perform music in different genres and styles
    5

    Solo Performance

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Explore the skills required for a solo performance
    • Develop skills for a solo performance
    • Carry out a solo performance

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/3027/2
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    Pearson
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Sept 2018
    Operational End
    Jul 2030