TRINITY 2
Understanding relevant extracts to include set works.
Composition:
Melody writing.
Phrasing.
Repetition/Sequence.
Conjunct / Disjunct.
Harmony:
Basic Chords / Triads.
Cadences.
Performance:
Solo performance 1
MICHAELMAS 1
Understanding area of Study 1 + 2.
Composition.
Structure and form:
Binary / Ternary.
Theme and Variations.
Harmony and Tonality.
Modulation / Major / Minor.
Melody and Accompaniment.
Counter melodies - Development of ideas.
Performance:
Ensemble Performance 1.
MICHAELMAS 2
Understanding area of study 3 + 4.
Composition revisit understanding of:
Harmonyand.
Tonality.
Major/Minor.
Primary Chords.
Secondary Chords.
Inversions.
Cadences.
Lyrics.
Accompaniments.
Balanced phrases.
Performance:
Solo performance 2
LENT 1
Understanding relevant extracts to develop understanding + AQA revision questions.
Composition.
Film Music:
Drones.
Ostinato / Pedal.
Melody.
Development of ideas / Motifs.
Dynamics.
Timbre.
Texture.
Use of technology / effects.
Performance:
Ensemble Perform 2.
LENT 2
Understanding relevant extracts to develop understanding + AQA revision questions.
Composition.
March + Jig.
2/4 or 6/8 - Rhythmical and melodic development – Modulation.
Layering sounds.
Clear structure - Melody and accompaniment.
Introduction to set works.
TRINITY 1
Understanding focus on set works.
Composition.
Introduction to GCSE composition – free choice.
Performance:
Preparation for final GCSE performance.