- Performance (25% or 35%). You will give a solo performance of between eight to twelve minutes in front of a visiting examiner.
- Composition (25% or 35%). You are required to create two compositions. One is a piece in the Western Classical tradition and the other is a free choice in any style.
- Listening and appraising exam is worth 40%. You will study the Classical and Romantic symphony, music of the early twentieth century and pop/rock. Your knowledge will be tested through listening exercises, a range of analytical questions and an essay.
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I think that this course has really deepened my understanding of music to a new level. I thought I knew everything I could know, but it has widened the horizons and made me realise there is so much more to it. It has really strengthened my music theory knowledge, and I have then applied that to my music compositions; making them much better and thought out. It has opened my eyes to knew music styles, and allowed me to improve all three aspects to the course; appraising, composition, and performance.
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