Music Technology

If you're interested in taking an A level subject that combines creativity, hands-on practical work and scientific understanding then music technology could be for you. It will give you the skills to arrange, compose, produce and record music using modern technology. It complements arts subjects but also those such as mathematics, physics, computing and ICT. You'll develop transferable skills including creativity, project management and analytical listening that can be useful in a range of careers.

Grade 4 in GCSE music or a BTEC equivalent qualification along with a good theoretical understanding and / or some appropriate experience.

You'll learn how to successfully record, edit, mix and produce music to a commercial standard through hands on experience of the latest technology, recording and production techniques. You'll be setting up recording sessions, and using your imagination and creativity to manipulate sound reproduction. You'll explore the history and development of recording and production technology from the mono, analogue recording technologies of the 1930s to modern digital methods. You'll develop your analytical listening skills through the study and appreciation of a wide range of music styles and get an understanding of musical elements and musical language.

Classrooom based learning with appropriate music technology resources.

Through task based assessments, written and practical examinations.

You could move on to to an apprenticeship or university degree courses in music technology related subjects such as music production, sound engineering, composition, sound editing or film sound.