The AQA GCSE Music Study Guide is a definitive study guide for the 'reformed' GCSE (9-1) specification - For exams 2018 onwards. This clear and concise guide covers all components of the GCSE: 'Performing', 'Composing' and 'Understanding Music'. This edition also contains full coverage of the study pieces for all four areas of study, gives background information and advice on answering questions on ‘unfamiliar’ repertoire, offers comprehensive support for 'Composing' tasks, gives advice on how to tackle 'Performing', explains what to expect in the exam and introduces the musical language, elements and contexts that AQA expects students to know. Author Andrew S. Coxon has been Head of Department in three secondary schools. He has been involved in examination work with one of the major examining boards for 36 years and has held senior posts at GCSE and A level.

Complements the most student-friendly and engaging course for the 2016 AQA GCSE Geography (9-1) specification. The key points of each Student Book topic are presented on a single page, using a clear and accessible visual layout to aid knowledge retention.

The Edexcel GCSE Music Study Guide presents all of the key information you will need to know for the written exam (Component 3) of the 9-1 specification – For exams First teaching 2018 onwards. It includes the most important facts about each of the eight set works, a test on each set work, tips on how to prepare for the exam, a guide to the elements of music, to help you prepare for the questions on ‘unfamiliar’ works, and a glossary of the technical terms you will need to learn. A definitive study guide for the 9–1 GCSE syllabus, this comprehensive guide supports all components of the GCSE: Performing, Composing and Appraising. This title also covers the full list of Set Works and suggested Wider Listening, provides tests and practice exam questions and includes advice and tips on how to do well in the written paper.

Based on principles of cognitive science, this three-step approach to effective revision combines knowledge, retrieval and interleaving, and extensive exam-style practice to help students master knowledge and skills for GCSE success. UK schools save 50% off the RRP! Discount will be automatically applied when you order on your school account.