Performance Skills for GCSE and A Level Music

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The performance element can be one of the hardest and most daunting examined components in Music. This clear and streamlined student guide helps young musicians to develop the key skills they need to succeed at GCSE and A Level.

A very useful resource which will help all Music GCSE and A Level students without a doubt

E Russell, Music Teacher & Peer Reviewer

Packed with helpful guidance for making the right individual performance choices – from the instrument to the selected piece – including advice on:

I particularly liked the performance anxiety tasks

R Shapey, Teacher & Expert Reviewer

  • Solo performances
  • Ensemble performances
  • Improvising
  • … and much more!

Featuring two assignment types for both theory and practice:

  • Structured Activities – Revise and extend knowledge of theoretical topics related to performance.
  • Practical Tasks – Applied tasks on performance or listening with reflection on students’ own practice and performance.

Flexible! Designed to be used in class, at home or during personal practice sessions.

What do teachers say about this resource? (9175)

A very useful resource which will help all Music GCSE and A Level students without a doubt. It is also useful beyond those qualifications for Grades exams and to all performers keen to develop their talent... The presentation is clear and helpful... Clear and comprehensive.

E Russell, Music Teacher & Peer Reviewer

A really good idea as the performance element of a music exam is the one that students often struggle with the most... I really like the pauses in the resource that ask the student to stop, take stock and reflect on what they have to do for their performance... I think the layout and presentation are nice and clear. It is great to see such a streamlined and uncluttered resource.

P Hughes, Teacher & Peer Reviewer

This is a well-written resource. Everything is clearly and succinctly explained... Excellent suggestions and activities for students to follow and complete, regarding all aspects of the performance component. I particularly liked the performance anxiety tasks, as these are suggestions which may not be made/covered at school.

R Shapey, Teacher & Expert Reviewer