Music

Assessment

AS Component 1: Performing Music 30% of AS. A performance of a minimum of two pieces of 6-8 minutes either as a soloist or as part of an ensemble. Component 2: Composing Music 30% of AS. Two compositions, one of which must reflect the musical techniques and conventions associated with the Western Classical Tradition.Component 3: Appraising 40 % of AS . A 1 hour and 30 minutes written examination. A level Component 1: Performing Music Option A: 35% of A level. A performance of a minimum of three pieces of 10-12 minutes either as a soloist or as part of an ensemble.Option B: 25% of A level. A performance of a minimum of two pieces of 6-8 minutes either as a soloist or as part of an ensemble.Component 2: Composing Music Option A: 25% of A level. Two compositions, one ofwhich must reflect the musical techniques andconventions associated with the Western ClassicalTradition.Option B: 35% of A level. Three compositions, one ofwhich must reflect the musical techniques andconventions associated with the Western ClassicalTradition.Component 3: Appraising40 % of A level . A 2 hour and 15 minutes written examination.