Phase 2 Performing Arts

Phase 2 Music

Year 10 follow the BTEC First Certificate in music which focuses on:

• Solo Musical Performance
• Working as a Musical Ensemble  with the core unit
• Planning and creating a music product.

For the 'Specification at a glance', please click here.

• Developing as a Musical Performer
• Introducing DJ Technology – Sept 2009
• Rehearsal Techniques for Musicians
• Producing a Musical Recording
• Understanding Music
• Exploring an Area of Music

Phase 2 Drama

GCSE Drama is all about understanding what it is like putting yourself in somebody else’s shoes. The students play many parts in different imaginary situations. They have the opportunity to create their own work as well as looking at plays written by other people.

As well as acquiring the skills involved in creating and performing Drama, students are also able to acquire skills in working with others, problem solving and communication. Drama helps students feel more self-confident and prepares them to deal with a range of different situations and people.

The course covers a wide range of topics such as:

• Theatre Craft
• - Voice
• - Facial expression
• - Body language
• - Movement
• Conventions of drama
• War (theme)
• Fairytales (theme)
• Folklore (theme)
• Dr Faustus (text)
• Blood Brothers (text)
• Final Performance