Music

Assessment

These are the requirements for A level music. Performing – A 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. Composing – One extended composition from a brief set by Pearson, or a free choice brief decided by the candidate. This composition must be at least 4 minutes long, and carries 40 marks for the component. Students will also complete a technical exercise in either: Bach Chorale, Two-part Intervention, Arranging or Music Technology Sampling. This study carries 20 marks for the component, making a total of 60 marks. Appraising – 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: Element analysis of an unfamiliar piece (20 marks) and Essay Two: Extended response comparing 1 set work with wider listening pieces (30 marks).