Students taking GCSE Music should be competent on at least one instrument and be
regularly involved in the extra-curricular music activities on offer. Students are
assessed every half term on their performing ability through solo assessments, ensemble
activities, concerts and recitals. They work towards completing two compositions
for assessment through set tasks based on Areas of Study which include music of the
Western Classical tradition, world music, music of the 20th Century and popular music.
Students are encouraged to use a broad range of styles and techniques in their work.
Listening to music is an integral part of all lessons and students are expected to
broaden their knowledge of musical history through educated listening and analysis.
Homework is set each week and takes the form of performance practice, composition
tasks and listening and appraising exercises.
For information about recent GCSE results, please click here.
We have achieved high standards with a 100% pass rate
(A-E grades) every year and aim to continue delivering quality teaching and learning
experiences. Our A Level students play an important role in the encouragement and
development of younger students. Their involvement helps to maintain the high profile
of music at Heathside.
For information about recent A Level results, please click here.
