GCE A Level - Music

Assessment

Component 1 - Performing 30%. 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. Component 2 - Composing 30%. Total of two compositions one to a brief set by the board and either free composition or also to a brief. Component 3 - Written exam: 2 hours which is 40% of the qualification. Knowledge and understanding of musical elements, contexts and language. Application of knowledge through the context of six areas of study, each with three set works.