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Music Technology

at Lymm High School, Lymm · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

If you are interested in any aspect of music and/or technology then this is the course for you. We study everything from the ‘first note’ to the final CD. We get to arrange and remix music in contemporary styles; multi-track record using various techniques; explore popular styles of music and how they have evolved; explore sound sources and synthesis, whilst also developing knowledge of acoustics and waveform, the list goes on... It is a course of developing musical knowledge whilst also using up to date technology to realise musical possibilities. Component 1: Recording (20% of the qualification) 60 marks. In this unit you will learn about the production tools and techniques to capture, edit, process and mix an audio recording. Component 2: Technology - based composition (20% of the qualification) 60 Marks. In this unit you will learn how to create, edit, manipulate and structure sounds to produce a technology- based composition. Component 3: Listening and analysing (25% of the quali cation). Written examination 1hour 30 mins 75 marks. In this unit you will gain knowledge and understanding of recording and production techniques and principles, in the context of a series of unfamiliar commercial recordings. You will apply your knowledge to three areas of study: Recording and production techniques for corrective and creative purposes. Principles of sound and audio technology The development of recording and production technology. Component 4: Producing and analysing (35% of th

What you need to get on

5 GCSE grades A*- C/4+ including both English language and maths, plus an ability to play a keyboard and have a keen interest in music technology.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Lymm High School

    Oughtrington Lane, Lymm, WA13 0RB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Lymm

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