Free BTEC Level 3 Music Course in Truro. Classes run at Truro College, full-time during the day. This free btec music course is for learners with at least two years of experience on an instrument such as guitar, drums, keyboards, voice, saxophone, bass, or percussion. You'll need four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above in appropriate subjects to apply. Over one year, you'll develop solo and ensemble performance skills, deepen your understanding of the music industry, and work through performance grades with a free weekly half-hour instrumental lesson included.
Who this course is for
This course gives you valuable development of your knowledge and skills in performing and working with an ensemble. You will have a free half hour instrumental lesson, where you will work through solo performance pieces and performance grades.
This course is at an advanced level and covers many aspects of musicianship. You will further your understanding of the music industry and have an opportunity to apply learning in a practical and realistic way. You will gain confidence by developing your skills as a musician and will learn how to perform a wide range of musical styles and genres. Working with peers, you will create a tailor-made set of music that suits your instrumentation and will perform at live events. You will also learn musical theoretical knowledge that will enhance your performance skills and improve your ensemble. This will include conducting, analysis of dynamics, regular and irregular tempos and time signatures, aural perception skills and transposition.
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above in appropriate subjects, and two years experience of learning and performing on one or more of the following instruments.
Guitar
Drums
Saxophone or other wind instrument
Keyboards
Voice
Bass
Percussion
What you will learn
You'll develop solo performance skills, working through graded pieces on your chosen instrument.
You'll perform and collaborate as part of an ensemble.
You'll build your understanding of the music industry and how it works.
You'll apply music theory and musicianship skills at an advanced level.
You'll work toward performance grades with structured instrumental tuition.
You'll explore practical, real-world applications of your musical learning.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions, practical performance workshops, and ensemble rehearsals. Assessment is through coursework, performance portfolios, and practical performance tasks. You'll also receive a free half-hour instrumental lesson each week to support your solo performance development. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC format means most assessment is coursework-based rather than written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Truro College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should have access to your own instrument or be able to arrange use of one, as regular practice outside class is an important part of this level 3 btec music qualification.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music performer: work as a solo or session musician
Music teacher or tutor: teach instrument or theory privately or in schools
Studio assistant: support recording sessions and music production
Live sound technician: manage audio at live events and venues
Music promoter or events coordinator: organise gigs and music events
Community musician: deliver music workshops in schools or community settings
What you could study next
Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Music: a Level 4 qualification for deeper study of music performance or production.
BA (Hons) in Music or Music Performance: a full university degree for those wanting to specialise further. The BTEC National Extended Certificate is recognised by many universities as part of UCAS entry requirements.
Level 3 Certificate in Music Technology: if you want to move into production and recording alongside performance.
