Examinations
Practical (Performing or Singing)
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A test is held once a year by a committee of examiners assigned particularly for this purpose by ABRSM according to the schedule mentioned hereinafter.
The Practical Test is divided into eight grades preceded by the Preparatory Test.
| Each grade is composed of: |
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Grade |
Marks |
Scales and arpeggios |
21 |
3 pieces from different centuries |
90 |
Playing at sight |
21 |
Aural tests |
18 |
| Grading System: |
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| Grade |
Marks |
| Full mark |
150 |
| Passed |
100 |
| Passed with Merit |
120- 129 |
| passed with distinction |
130- 150 |
Notes: |
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- Only piano pieces are made available on CDs. |
- Playing and singing are offered in individual classes and may be for two persons onlyaccording to the wish of the candidate. |
- A candidate may register Grade 6 in (Performing or singing ONLY) after obtaining the certificate G5 Theory. |
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Theory of Music
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- We teach the same syllabuses of ABRSM, which contain: how to read and write musical notes, orchestral arrangement, composing, and chords of music and songs.
- Syllabuses are divided into eight grades from G1- G8
- The study of music theory is useful for studying instrument playing and signing, easy reading of musical notes, and understanding of performance directions which cuts down the study time of the Practical Course.
- The course is taught in groups or individuals according to the candidate’s wish
- Two tests are held twice a year by a committee of examiners assigned particularly for this purpose by ABRSM. Successful candidates are granted certificates issued from London against payment of exam fees sent to ABRSM in the dates indicated by the schedule.
Post Graduate Studies
Diploma |
Prerequisite |
Music Performance |
Practical G8 |
Vocal/ Instrumental Teaching |
Theory G6 & Practical G8
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Music Direction |
Practical G8 |
- Dip ABRSM is the prerequisite for the Licentiate of the Royal Schools of Music (LRSM).
- LRSM is a prerequisite for Fellowship of the Royal Schools of Music (FRSM).
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