A B R S M
Nigel Chapman uses the ABRSM (Associated Board of Royal School of Music) to enter students for practical and music theory exams. To date students have passed over 450 exams, Grades I to VIII under Nigel's guidance.
ABRSM exams fall into three categories. 1) Theory 2) Practical 3) Performance
TIME LINE Schedules for Grades 1 to 4 are below.
THEORY
PRACTICAL
PERFORMANCE
GUIDANCE /HELP
Overview
Theory exams are available Grade 1 to 8. Online music theory exams are now offered by ABRSM.
Main ABRSM theory exams page
Overview
Practical exams are available Grade 1 to 8. Exams take place at local centres three times a year.
Overview
Performance exams are available Grade 1 to 8. The candidate is required to video four pieces, three from the current syllabus and one of their own choice.
Guidance / Help
Mock Theory Papers
Grade 1 Mock Paper Grade 2 Mock Paper Grade 3 Mock Paper
Grade 4 Mock Paper Grade 5 mock paper Grade 5 Mock Paper (2)
Books
Chris Dunn Take Five and Pass First Time
Eric Taylor Music in Performance