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Component 2 Performance (non-exam assessment)

3 dot points across 3 inquiry questions. Click any dot point for a focused answer with worked past exam questions where available.

How do you perform expressively and interpret a piece for the highest marks?

Interpretation and expression: dynamics, phrasing, articulation, tempo and rubato, tone, stylistic awareness, communication with an audience and shaping a convincing musical interpretation.
A focused answer to the interpretation and expression aspect of AQA A-Level Music Component 2, covering dynamics, phrasing, articulation, tempo and rubato, tone, stylistic awareness and communication, and how expressive playing earns the highest performance marks.
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How do you plan, rehearse and record a performance programme for Component 2?

Preparing a performance programme: selecting repertoire to meet the time and difficulty requirements, planning rehearsal, managing performance anxiety, and recording and submitting the recital as non-exam assessment.
A focused answer to preparing a performance programme for AQA A-Level Music Component 2, covering repertoire selection for the time and difficulty requirements, rehearsal planning, managing performance anxiety, and recording and submitting the recital as non-exam assessment.
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What does the AQA performance component require, and how are solo and ensemble performances assessed?

Solo and ensemble performance: the Component 2 requirements, the minimum recital length, accuracy and fluency, choice of repertoire and instrument, and how solo and ensemble playing are assessed and recorded.
A focused answer to the solo and ensemble performance requirements of AQA A-Level Music Component 2, covering the minimum recital length, accuracy and fluency, choice of repertoire and instrument, and how solo and ensemble playing are assessed and recorded as non-exam assessment.
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