Music

Assessment

Component 1 is divided into two papers (11 and 12, each is 90 minutes long). 30% weighting Component 2 Performing 22.5% weighting Recital lasting between 15 and 20 minutes and Extended Performing lasting between 6 and 10 minutes. Performances marked by visiting examiner. Component 3 Composing 22.5% weighting 2 hours plus coursework. Stylistic exercises to complete musical scores in an examination and as coursework. Written paper (Stylistic Exercises), externally assessed. A composition, based on a commission with a variety of options. Component 4 Personal Study 25% weighting A project of personal interest chosen from: Paper 41 Dissertation, or Paper 42 Further Performing, or Paper 43 Further Composing Coursework, internally assessed and externally moderated.