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Option Subject – BTEC Tech Award Level 1 / 2 Music Practice

Course Overview

Component 1: Exploring Music Products and Styles

Learners will explore the techniques used in the creation of different musical products and
investigate the key features of different musical styles.

Each year, the music industry produces a wide range of products such as recordings,
compositions, live performances, music for film, TV and computer games. Have you ever
wondered how these products are created? In this component, you will develop your
understanding of different types of music products and the techniques used to create
them. You will explore how musical elements, technology and other resources are used in
the creation, production and performance of music. You will also practically explore the
key features of different styles of music and music theory and apply your knowledge and
understanding to developing your own creative work.

Component 2: Music Skills Development
Learners will have the opportunity to develop two musical disciplines through
engagement in practical tasks, while documenting their progress and planning for further
improvement.

As a performer, producer or creator in the music industry, you need to continually
develop your skills and techniques in order to be successful and secure a regular flow of
gigs and commissions. In this component, you will participate in workshops and classes
where you will develop technical, practical, personal and professional skills and specialise
in at least two of the following areas: music performance, creating original music, music
production. Throughout your development, you will review your progress and consider
how to make improvements. You will learn how musicians share their work and
collaborate with others and will develop your skills as a musician in how to use blogs,
YouTube™, Soundcloud™ and other platforms to share your work and skills development
with others.

Component 3: Responding to a Music Brief

Learners will be given the opportunity to develop and present music in response to a
given music brief.