Performing 1 – Continue to specialise on an instrument/voice learnt within NQ course or an instrument in which you receive instrumental lessons.  ABRSM/Trinity – Grade 5 and Above

Performing 2 – As above, on a second instrument/voice.  ABRSM/Trinity – Grade 5 and Above

Composition
Submit a folio of two pieces of your own music compositions using all the NQ level concepts.  Two contrasting styles of composition are required. You will use keyboard, your own instrument and the Sibelius Music Computer Software programme produce the final folio.

Listening
At Advanced Higher level pupils now explore various styles and periods of Musical development.  Audio and audio visual materials are used to engage learners to recognise Music in differing contexts.

Analytical Commentary
Pupils are required to submit an Analytical Commentary to SQA which demonstrates an in-depth analysis of two musical works.  Using the NQ concepts, pupils are required to produce a critical essay displaying an understanding of the musical ideas presented within the works.

Homework

Analytical Commentary

Literacy and theory booklet

Regular practice on chosen instruments.

Listening to a wide variety of musical genres.

Revision materials are available on the Learning and Teaching Scotland website.