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Musical Examination as part of a grading or entry procedure.

Exam refers to any musical examination taken by a musical student or enthusiast to increase their grade or gain entry into a grading procedure.

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ATCL programme notes : what do I need to include?

It seems that there is a clear instruction about the programme notes for DipABRSM (official guide). According to the Trinity diploma syllabus, ... There should be a concise note on each piece, focusing on its context, content and significance. A…
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Is dictating a score from memory a good way to test if the piece is memorized?

My RCM ARCT Performer's Piano exam is one week away, and at my last lesson I had trouble memorizing Mozart's Sonata in B-flat major (K 333). As you may know, memorization is compulsory for the ARCT exam. But my teacher told me I keep getting notes…
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Pitches on AP Music Theory examination

I was listening to some sample questions for the Advanced Placement Music Theory examination, given to high schoolers in the United States. I noticed that on a lot of the listening examples, especially the ones featuring piano, the listening track…
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AP Music Theory

I'd like to self-study for the Advanced Placement Music Theory Examination in the United States of America (offered by the College Board, a nonprofit corporation in the USA). This is an examination taken by high school students in preparation for…
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Practising multiple pieces

I'm currently beginning to study repetoire in preparation for my DipAbrsm piano diploma. In total I will be playing 4 pieces (Bach E minor Toccata, Beethoven Moonlight Sonata, Schubert Impromptu No. 3, Rachmaninoff Prelude in C# minor). As one can…
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Do I need to take the ABRSM practical exams to do the theory exams?

I've been learning theory for many years. I'm self taught using lots of great books (many from ABRSM). My reasons for learning theory wasn't to become good at playing an instrument. I'm a software developer who develops applications relating to…
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What are the audition repertoire requirements for a U.S. undergraduate classical piano performance degree?

What audition music should one expect to prepare toward admission to an undergraduate classical piano performance degree program at a U.S. school? I know that U.S. schools generally offer two degrees: a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree and a Bachelor of…
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What is "Piano Accompanying Exam" in Trinity?

I was going through Trinity Piano Syllabus and saw that they have exams in Piano from Grades 1-8 and "Piano Accompanying" exam from Grades 5-8. How does it work? Everyone taking Grade 5-8 will also have to take the "Piano Accompanying" exam? After…
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How long does Grade 6 music theory take?

I did Grade 5 theory back in 2013. And did A-level music in 2012-2014. My attendance wasn't great, for various reasons, and my memory is patchy but I've retained my Grade 5 theory skills and then some. I aim to do Grade 8 piano in March and then…
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Music Practical Grades: Average time it takes to reach Grade 8

This question is mostly for teachers. From your experiences, how long does it take on average to reach Grade 8 from Grade 1 using the Exam Board ABRSM? I have now been playing for five years, and am only on Grade 3. Is this good or bad? One year on,…
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How to interpret results of the failed exam

Would it be possible to get some examples of notable musicians failing various entry exams in very early years of their career? I am especially interested in which instruments and styles are the most difficult to estimate. Answers should include…
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Grade 1 piano exam 2015/16

I can't find an answer to my two questions re ABRSM Grade 1 piano exam. I really hope someone more experience can help me here. Do I have to learn all forms of the minor scales required for the exam (A-minor and D-minor), or can I choose only one…
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Please can I have examples of classical music vocal pieces for a trio

I am recently singing in a group consisting of me (a tenor), an alto and a soprano. We are looking for classical pieces to sing. I have searched the internet and cannot seem to find anything! Does anybody know of any or where I could find a list? If…
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Skipping AMEB Music of Theory grades?

I understand that each grade teaches musical terminology, etc.that will be incorporated into the next grade, but I was wondering if skipping AMEB Music of Theory grades was possible or is there a required grade that I have to take? Or is there a…
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How do I choose a performance program for VCE music performance 3/4?

I have just started year 11 and VCE music performance units 3 and 4 and was interested in getting ideas for performance programs. I have played cello for 8 years and am currently working on doing my AmusA at the end of this year. Can anyone provide…
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