AQA

Music – GCSE Past Papers

📋 AQA📄 10 past papers📅 2018 – 2026

Browse our range of AQA GCSE Music Past Papers and Mark Schemes below. Testing yourself with GCSE Music past papers is a great way to identify which topics need more revision, so you can ensure that you are revising as effectively as possible to help you get ready for your GCSE Music exam.

10 papers
June 2026 Component 1: Understanding Music 8271
2026GCSE
PaperMark Scheme
June 2024 Component 1: Understanding Music 8271/W
2024GCSE
PaperMark Scheme

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find AQA Music GCSE past papers?

You can find free AQA Music GCSE past papers and mark schemes on Progressay. We have papers available for 2026, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018.

Are AQA Music past papers free to download?

Yes, all AQA Music GCSE past papers and mark schemes on Progressay are completely free to download. No registration required.

What years are available for AQA Music GCSE past papers?

Progressay has AQA Music GCSE past papers available for 2026, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018.

Do these past papers come with mark schemes?

Where the exam board has published one, the official mark scheme is available alongside the question paper — look for the "Mark Scheme" download next to each paper.

Can I get these Music past papers marked automatically?

Papers with a "Grade with AI" button next to them can be marked instantly using Progressay's AI grading assistant, scored against the official mark scheme.