Music

Assessment

Component 1: Performing A public performance of one or more pieces, performed as a recital. Performance can be playing or singing solo, in an ensemble, improvising, or realising music using music technology. The total performance time across all pieces must be a minimum of 8 minutes > This is internally assessed and externally moderated > This component is worth 60 marks and is 30% of the qualification Component 2: Composing Total of two compositions, one to a brief set by the examining body and one to a brief (Bach Chorale). One composition must be from either a list of briefs related to the areas of study carrying 40 marks for this component. This composition must be at least 4 minutes in duration. One composition must be from a list of briefs assessing compositional technique, carrying 20 marks for this component. This composition must be at least 1 minute in duration, unless the brief specifies a longer minimum duration. Total time across both submissions must be a minimum of 6 minutes. > This component is worth 60 marks and is 30% of the qualification > This is internally assessed and externally moderated Component 3: Appraising Students will gain knowledge and understanding of musical elements, contexts and language through the application of knowledge in the context of six areas of study, each with three set works: Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, Music for Film, Popular Music and Jazz, Fusions, New Directions. Students will also apply their knowledge to unfamiliar works. > One written paper of 2 hours, with a total of 100 marks. > One audio CD with the extracts to accompany questions on the paper will be provided per student. > This paper comprises two sections: A and B. Section A: Areas of study and dictation (50 marks). Three questions related to the set works (audio and skeleton score provided). One short melody/rhythm completion exercise. Section B: Extended response Two essay questions – essay one (20 marks) and essay two (30 marks). Essay one asks students to draw links from their study of the set works to the music heard as an unfamiliar extract. Essay two gives a choice of three questions that ask students to evaluate the musical elements, context and language of one set work. Each option will be from a different area of study