Assessment Task 1

Task1. Musicology

Task:  You are to present a research portfolio using your blog site on your chosen instrument. You should discuss the history of the instrument, techniques used and how sound is produced. You also need to include evidence of research into a range of musical genres applicable to your instrument. Present 5 aural examples discussing the main features of each.

(The repertoire you intend on performing should be included in the 5 examples)

Total Assessment weighting: 10%

Outcomes being assessed: H2, H4, H6, H7, H8, H10 and H11.

Marking Guidelines	Marks
▫High level of understanding of the research in the chosen topic/ style. ▫ High level of musicological understanding displaying comprehensive knowledge supported by relevant musical examples.	Outstanding 9,10
▫ Thorough understanding of the research in the chosen topic/ style.. ▫ Detailed musicological understanding displaying comprehensive knowledge supported by relevant musical examples.	Above Average 7,8
▫Sound understanding of the research in the chosen topic/ style. ▫ Sound musicological understanding displaying comprehensive knowledge supported by relevant musical examples.	Average 5,6
▫ Basic understanding of the research in the chosen topic/ style. ▫ Basic level of musicological understanding displaying comprehensive knowledge supported by relevant musical examples.	Below Average 4,5
▫ Limited understanding of the research in the chosen topic/ style. ▫ Limited level of musicological understanding displaying comprehensive knowledge supported by relevant musical examples.	Poor 1,2,3
No Attempt	0