Music GCSE
Ensemble and grouping types
What Ensemble and grouping types means in Music GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Ensemble and grouping types
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
The grouping may be a solo instrument, duet, small ensemble, orchestral section, full orchestra, choir, rock band or a mixed grouping.
Topics that use Ensemble and grouping types
- Component 3: Appraising - Detailed application of musical elements (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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