2025 Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1) Music
Component 2: Composing Combined Question Paper & Final Marking Scheme
Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1)
Release Date: Sunday 1 September 2024
Time Minimum 5 hours
Paper
reference 1MU0/02
Music
Component 2: Composing
You do not need any other materials.
Instructions to Teachers
• The final write-up and recording of the composition must be completed under
teacher supervision.
• Candidates will need access to manuscript paper if writing their scores by hand, or
access to a computer if using software.
• The materials submitted must include a:
– Score/written account – ‘score’ refers to any of the following: a full score in
conventional staff notation; a lead sheet or chord chart; track sheets;
written account, tables or diagrams.
– Recording – a complete recording of both pieces.
– Completed Composition Authentication Sheet, available on the Pearson website.
• All assessment materials must be uploaded onto the Learner Work Transfer platform
by 15 May 2025.
• Teacher-Assessors are advised to refer to the Administrative Support Guide
available online.
Information for Candidates
• Component 2: Composing is made up of two compositions: one free composition
and one in response to a set brief.
•• The total mark for this component is 60.
This document outlines four set briefs. Candidates must select one brief to respond to.
• Both the chosen brief and free composition are each marked out of 30.
• Each composition must be at least one minute in duration, and the total of both
compositions must last a minimum duration of three minutes.
• You are reminded of the importance of clear and orderly presentation of your score
and recording.
Turn over
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©2025 Pearson Education Ltd.
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Component 2: Composing Combined Question Paper & Final Marking Scheme
Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9–1)
Release Date: Sunday 1 September 2024
Time Minimum 5 hours
Paper
reference 1MU0/02
Music
Component 2: Composing
You do not need any other materials.
Instructions to Teachers
• The final write-up and recording of the composition must be completed under
teacher supervision.
• Candidates will need access to manuscript paper if writing their scores by hand, or
access to a computer if using software.
• The materials submitted must include a:
– Score/written account – ‘score’ refers to any of the following: a full score in
conventional staff notation; a lead sheet or chord chart; track sheets;
written account, tables or diagrams.
– Recording – a complete recording of both pieces.
– Completed Composition Authentication Sheet, available on the Pearson website.
• All assessment materials must be uploaded onto the Learner Work Transfer platform
by 15 May 2025.
• Teacher-Assessors are advised to refer to the Administrative Support Guide
available online.
Information for Candidates
• Component 2: Composing is made up of two compositions: one free composition
and one in response to a set brief.
•• The total mark for this component is 60.
This document outlines four set briefs. Candidates must select one brief to respond to.
• Both the chosen brief and free composition are each marked out of 30.
• Each composition must be at least one minute in duration, and the total of both
compositions must last a minimum duration of three minutes.
• You are reminded of the importance of clear and orderly presentation of your score
and recording.
Turn over
W79874A
©2025 Pearson Education Ltd.
1/1/1/1
