Why take Music Exams?
Learning to play an instrument well requires time and lots of dedication, and so many pupils choose to mark their progress by getting independently and officially marked against a set standard. At Your Space Music Lessons all our teachers can prepare pupils for exam entry, and will inform pupils when they are ready. Exam centres are located all around the UK and limited locations around the world, to make it possible for most of our pupils to have the opportunity to take an exam.
There are various exam boards to choose from. Click on the links below to exam exam board website for more information about what's involved, exam fees and exam dates (including entry deadlines)
Exam Boards
Your teacher will guide you on the most appropriate exam board for your needs. Click on each exam board to look at the requirements for your instrument and grade, the venues and fees.
How to Prepare For an Exam
Playing your pieces and scales regularly is the key to success. There will be trickier parts to your pieces and it is important to listen to your teacher's advice and allow yourself time to get it right. Breaking pieces down into smaller sections, or slowing right down can help, and if playing the piano, doing sections with one hand only can be effective.
As well as pieces and scales, you will be asked to sight read some music, and complete an aural test which tests your recall of melodies and rhythms. Your Space Music Lessons offer extra Saturday morning online workshops to help you understand the responses required and give you greater confidence when entering the exam room.
What is an Exam Like?
How to Book an Exam?
Each exam board will allow you to register and then make a booking for a music exam although the exam booking windows open and close at various times throughout the year.
Your Space Music Lesson can book exams on your behalf (8% admin charge), guided by your teacher.