Music

Assessment

The table below outlines the requirements of the course and how each component is assessed. Performance: 35% - 10-15 minutes and 3 contrasting pieces Pupils will take part in a live performance in front of an audience that will be video recorded and submitted to the exam board. Composing: 25% - 2 original compositions with the combined duration of at least 4 minutes Composition recordings will be accompanied by a score and submitted as part of coursework completed during the course. Listening and appraising: 40% - Analysing and evaluating music - Unfamiliar and familiar pieces are presented - Questions based on aural extracts Written exam lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes, including listening extracts. There will be a a mixture of questions testing aural recognition, contextual understanding, and extended writing skills.