Music

Assessment

Component 1 – Performing Music: This unit presents the opportunity to perform one or more pieces in the form of a recital. The piece(s) can be in any chosen style and can be presented as a soloist or part of an ensemble. The recital should be a minimum of 8 minutes. This is worth 30% of the total A grade. Component 2 – Composing Music: This unit focuses on the further development of compositional skills leading to the creation of two compositions, one to a brief OR a free composition, and the other from a list of briefs assessing compositional technique. The total time for both compositions must be a minimum of 6 minutes. This is worth 30% of the total A grade. Component 3 – Appraising: This unit focuses on listening to music, familiar and unfamiliar, and understanding how it works, set pieces from the areas of study and extended response. This is assessed through a two hour listening paper, set and marked by Edexcel, at the end of the year and is worth 40% of the total A grade.