Music

Course summary

Performance makes up 30% of the A Level course and takes the form of a recital and candidates can choose between playing solo, in an ensemble, improvising or realising music using Music technology. Performance time should be at least 8 minutes. Composing makes up 30% of the A level course. Candidates will submit two pieces, one to a brief set by the board and one other free composition or also to a brief. Each composition must be at least 4 minutes in duration 1 brief assessing technique – minimum of 1 minute. Appraising is a 120-minute written examination which makes up 40% of the A level course. The 6 areas of study are related to areas of study which include Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions and New Directions. One short melody/rhythm completion exercise.