Music

Assessment

There is a written examination at the end of the course. Wider listening is a very important part of this A-level and there is no doubt that by the end of your two years, you will have experienced a wide and rich variety of many different styles and genres of music. You will also complete two compositions. One of these will either be to a brief set by AQA or the completion of a chorale (writing in 4-part harmony) and the other is a free composition. Two years will give you plenty of time to perfect your skills in this area. With support from experienced teachers, you can approach your work with confidence and complete it with enjoyment and a real sense of achievement. Performance is an important element of A-level Music. You will submit a recording of pieces lasting for a total of ten minutes. These can be performed on any instrument or voice and can be either a solo or an ensemble, or a mixture of both. You can record your pieces when you are ready, either at school or with your instrumental teacher.