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Cambridge IGCSE Music 9-1 (0978) FAQs

When should performances be recorded and submitted?

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(GENERAL) - Our school is currently transitioning to Cambridge IGCSEs and as part of the preparation, we would like to know what are the minimum requirements for the musical equipment and room setup needed to be able to deliver the IGCSE Music 0410 syllab
(COMPONENT 1 - LISTENING) - Are there any specimen resources for the new set works or the world focus set topics as I am preparing a mock examination?
How much extra time is applied in Component 1, the listening exam?
Do we use Cambridge Global Listening platform to download the audio file for the listening exam?
(COMPONENT 2: PERFORMING) What is the difference between a solo and an ensemble performance?
Can solo singers perform with a band?
How long do performances have to be?
Is conducting acceptable?
Is rap/beat-boxing and DJing acceptable?
What music grade should candidates be?

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The deadlines and methods for submission are in the Cambridge Handbook.

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