A definitive study guide for the 'reformed' GCSE (9-1) specification. Written by experts, this comprehensive guide covers all components of the GCSE (Performing, Composing and Appraising), gives support and practice in dealing with ‘unfamiliar’ repertoire and offers comprehensive support for the composing briefs. The guide is supplied with practice questions and advice on essay writing and features tests and activities to help monitor progress. It also introduces the terminology and techniques that the specification requires students to know.