A-level, AQA A-level Music
Year 12
Western classical and popular music through scores, lead sheets and listening, with the harmony that underpins it all.
Years 12 and 13 share the A-level guide, which has every area of study in one place.
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Tonal harmony
Keys, chords, cadences and voice leading.
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Baroque solo concerto
Ritornello form and the Baroque soloist.
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Pop music
Analysing popular music from lead sheets and recordings.
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Romantic piano music
Chromatic harmony and the Romantic piano repertoire.
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