Pathways PSP Music by Playful Scholarship Portfolio - Curriculum

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Pathways PSP Music

Playful Scholarship Portfolio - Curriculum

Students working at this level have a secure grasp of the GCSE Music curriculum and demonstrate consistent commitment to their musical development. They compose using standard tonal techniques, perform solo and in ensemble contexts (typically at around ABRSM Grade 5 standard), and apply analytical listening skills to a range of set works and unfamiliar pieces. Their participation in co-curricular ensembles and performances enhances their musicianship and experience of music-making beyond the classroom. They meet coursework deadlines and reflect with increasing insight on their compositional and performance decisions.

Criteria

Students of Wimbledon High School GDST

Practical Musicianship and Ensemble Engagement - Performs confidently in both solo and ensemble contexts (typically Grade 4–5 standard), demonstrating rhythmic accuracy, stylistic awareness, and technical control. Rehearses reliably and contributes positively to group performance outcomes.

Composition and Creative Output - Composes stylistically coherent music using appropriate structural devices (e.g. binary, ternary, rondo) and melodic development techniques. Submits coursework demonstrating understanding of instrumentation, harmony, and form.

Listening and Appraising Skills - Describes and compares music using accurate musical terminology. Demonstrates understanding of key stylistic features and can identify elements such as tonality, texture, and harmony in both set and unfamiliar works.