Music
Welcome to Music at Rushcliffe School
The music department, led by Mr Jones as Head of Music and assisted by Mrs Onions, is a very active faculty, producing several musical events throughout the year. Events are held throughout the year and include a Rock and Pop night, Stars in Our School, GCSE/A Level recital, Winter Concert and a drama/musical production. Recordings of our music events are offered on our telephone system. Other activities include:
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Also, students are encouraged to use the departmental facilities for independent work and rehearsals during lunchtime
Private music lessons are organised through the music department and take place in school. The Notts Arts Support Service provide tuition on Keyboard, Guitar, Flute and Upper Strings. We have independent providers for Clarinet, Saxophone and Oboe.
Music Lessons
In Key Stage 3 (Years 7 - 9) all years cover four modules.
- Performing (P)
- Composing (C)
- Listening (L)
- Evaluating (E)
Year 71 x 1 hour lesson per week during which they learn:
It is expected that year 7 pupils will achieve a level 4 at this stage of their musical education. |
Year 81 x 1 hour lesson per week during which they learn:
It is expected that year 8 pupils will achieve level 4 - 5 at this stage of their musical education. |
Year 91 x 1 hour lesson per week during which they learn:
It is expected that year 9 pupils will achieve level 5 -6 at this stage of their musical education. |
Key Stage 4
Year 102 or 3, 1 hour lessons per week. Modules at KS 4 Year 1
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Year 112 or 3, 1 hour lessons per week. Modules at KS 4 Year 2
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Key Stage 5
A Level Music
Year 124 x 1 hour lessons per week. |
Year 135 x 1 hour lessons per week |
