Engaging in some form of musical activity plays a prominent part in our cultural life. Through the study of Advanced Higher Music a candidate will experience music as performer, composer and listener.

This broad approach provides candidates with opportunities to develop their general interests in music, but this Course also provides candidates with the opportunity to choose a particular focus on developing skills in performance or performance with the use of technology. It is designed to serve the needs of those who:

. wish to study the subject as part of a general education

. wish to pursue a leisure interest in music

. intend to follow a career in music

Through their connected and integrated experience of the three musical activities of performing, listening and composing candidates will acquire practical knowledge and understanding of the subject, which contributes to personal development and enhances quality of life, while developing skills for further study and enjoyment of music.

The performing skills, conceptual knowledge and understanding, and creative use of compositional techniques which form the content of the Course in Music at Advanced Higher build on skills and knowledge developed in Higher Music.

For more information about Advanced Higher Music click on the link below access the SQA website; here you will find  materials including course arrangment documents, past papers, and external and internal assessment reports.

http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/40681.html