Music Performance (BTEC)

Music Performance BTEC is the perfect qualification for you to gain knowledge of the music industry in preparation for further study or employment.

You should already have experience of performing, including at school and in other venues. This course will take you to the next level where you will not only learn more about audience awareness and communication but will become an expert at all aspects of backroom preparation for gigs and concerts.

You will gain confidence in solo and ensemble performance and develop greater planning and organisational skills. This course combines well with all subjects, especially Creative & Performing Arts subjects.

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BTEC

Level 3 Foundation

Music Performance

Course Insight Subject Highlights

Qualifications Available:
  • BTEC Extended Certificate
Topics you will study
  • What makes a good solo/ensemble performance?
  • Band Rehearsals
  • Solo Practice
  • Pop Music from the 1950s to the present day
  • Solo Performance
  • Ensemble Performance
  • Composing music in one of four chosen decades
  • Session Styles
  • Improvisation
  • Planning a Concert
Progression Routes – What’s in it for me?

This course can lead towards a choice of two pathways, either towards further study at university or to a career in the industry working as a musician.
Students have gone onto study at Music College or at well-known universities.

Assessment:                         Awarding Body:

Coursework- 100%                                 Edexcel

Results 2016: 100%
Key Features:
  • Highly creative
  • Perform music
  • Listen to music
  • Create music
  • Work in groups
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How SFC will help you to boost your CV by developing your skills and qualifications…

Through regular performance you will improve your confidence and competency as a performer. You will frequently work as part of a group which will develop your ability to contribute creative ideas and increase your independence of thought. Learning how to be a successful musician will encourage resilience and foster a lifelong love of learning.

The College has links with many professional musicians and music colleges. Students have the opportunity to perform inside and outside of College in various venues across the city.

What our students say…

“I love studying music at College! It allows me to gain skills and develop as a musician.”

“I can get assessed playing my guitar in a band!”

“We get put in bands and get to play a variety of music.”