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Performance Grade booking

The next booking period for remotely-assessed Performance Grade and ARSM exams opens in February. For details, see our dates and fees page.

Music Theory exams – March 2021

  • Online Music Theory exams (Grades 1 to 5) – we are cancelling the online exams planned for 16 March. Exams in May and June will go ahead as planned.
  • Paper Music Theory exams (Grades 6 to 8) – we will not be offering these exams in March. The next exams at Grades 6 to 8 will be in June 2021.
  • Grade 5 Music Theory requirement - from 1 January to 30 April 2021 only, candidates can take Grade 6 to 8 Performance or Practical exams without first passing Grade 5 Music Theory. From 1 May 2021, the Grade 5 Music Theory requirement will return with flexibility about timing.

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Why do an exam?

Earning an ABRSM certificate is a rewarding experience. Find out what our music exams offer.

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Exam elements

Find out more information on what elements our graded music exams consist of.

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The exam day

Information and guidance on what you can expect on the day of your exam and how to handle those final pre-exam moments.

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Coping with nerves

Tips for students and candidates to help you cope with performance anxiety and turn feelings of nervousness to your advantage.

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Tips from our Chief Examiner

Top tips from our Chief Examiner John Holmes on how to make your music exam a success.

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Apps & Practice tools

Our award winning app and practice tools help boost your learning and maximise your chances of exam success.

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