St Edward's A Level Guide 2026

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY

Edexcel

A Level Music Technology affords you the opportunity to develop and apply musical knowledge, encouraging you to engage critically and creatively with a wide range of music and musical contexts. Most pupils who choose A Level Music Technology will have studied Music Technology and Popular Music as a Pathway option, but those with more informal experiences of Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) – Ableton, Logic Pro or similar – will not be disadvantaged. You will, however, be expected to have achieved at least a 7 in GCSE Maths and Physics.

The course is split into four strands: • Recording • Composition • Analysis • Production

CONTENT

ASSESSMENT

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Recording • A scientific and creative component that teaches appropriate recording and mixing techniques Technology-based Composition • A technical and creative component that develops your practical skills on a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) such as Ableton, Logic Pro or similar Listening and Analysing • A theoretical component that improves your listening skills and develops your technical knowledge Producing and Analysing • A theoretical and practical component that develops your skills and knowledge of DAWs

Coursework

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Coursework

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Exam

25%

Exam

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