Music

Assessment

1: Performing Solo and/or ensemble Coursework 8m - 12m 60 30% 2: Composing 2 compositions: • 1 free or free choice brief • 1 brief assessing technique Coursework minimum of 4m minimum of 1m (minimum total 6m) 40 20 30% 3: Appraising 6 Areas of Study with 3 set works in each: • Vocal Music • Instrumental Music • Music for Film • Popular Music and Jazz • Fusions • New Directions 2-hour exam 100 40% This two-year course is open to all pupils. The ability to play at least one instrument to grade VI by the time of the April coursework deadline in Year 13 gives access to the higher A-level grades, but a keen interest in performing, creating, and understanding music is also important. In order to ensure a strong result in A-level music, students will benefit from membership of a range of school and external extra-curricular activities.