KS4 Music Eduqas

This course is comprised of 3 units:

Component 1: Performing

Performing Total duration of performances: 4-6 minutes 

Non-exam assessment: internally assessed, externally moderated 30% of qualification 

A minimum of two pieces, one of which must be an ensemble performance of at least one minute duration. The other piece(s) may be either solo and/or ensemble. One of the pieces performed must link to an area of study of the learner’s choice.

Component 2: Composing 

Total duration of compositions: 3-6 minutes 

Non-exam assessment: internally assessed, externally moderated 30% of qualification

Two compositions, one of which must be in response to a brief set by WJEC. Learners will choose one brief from a choice of four, each one linked to a different area of study. The briefs will be released during the first week of September in the academic year in which the assessment is to be taken. The second composition is a free composition for which learners set their own brief. 

Component 3: Appraising 

Written examination: 1 hour 15 minutes (approximately) 40% of qualification 

This component is assessed via a listening examination. Eight questions in total, two on each of the four areas of study. 

Area of study 1: Musical Forms and Devices 

Area of study 2: Music for Ensemble 

Area of study 3: Film Music 

Area of study 4: Popular Music 

Two of the eight questions are based on extracts set by WJEC. 

Badinerie - Bach

Toto - Africa