Key Stage 4

Music

This course aims to develop pupils' musical skills and understanding through the three elements:

Component	Description	Value
Performing	Pupils must prepare a solo and an ensemble performance, each lasting five minutes.	30 %
Composing	Over the two years, pupils will prepare a folio of five minutes of music.	30 %
Listening	Pupils study seven "set works" of different styles, and sit two listening-type examination papers.	40 %

Requirements

	Pupils must be able to read standard musical notation.
	Pupils must be receiving lessons on a recognised instrument.