© abrsm january 2009 inspiring achievement grades 1-5 practical exams a presentation written by tim...

© ABRSM January 2009

Inspiring Achievement

Grades 1-5 Practical ExamsA presentation written by Tim Arnold

Brenda Dykes, ABRSM Examiner


Introduction from Tim Arnold


Flute Grade 7: Piece 2


What examiners are looking for in performances of pieces Grades 1 - 5

• Unconsciously uncontrolled

• Consciously uncontrolled

• Consciously controlled

• Unconsciously controlled


A hierarchy of musical qualities

Distinction

27 – 30 marks

Technical fluencyConfident sense of performance. Confidence sense of tonal controlSensitivity to musical detail and mood. Musically convincing tempo

Merit

24 – 26 marks

Attention to dynamics and phrasing Evidence to tonal awareness and control. A suitable, sustained tempoSense of the character of the piece. Good sense of rhythm

Pass

20 – 23 marks

General security of notes and rhythmSuitable tempo. A reasonable sense of continuityEvidence of careful preparation Prompt recovery from any slips


Trumpet Grade 5: Piece 2


• Pass – Secure control

• Merit – Good control

• Distinction – Excellent control

Key aspects of musical control whichcontribute to a successful performance

• Technique

• Rhythm

• Tone

• Detail

• Communication


Technical control - fingers, hands, bow, voice

• Distinction - refined control

• Merit - good control

• Pass - adequate control


Piano Grade 1: Piece 3


Rhythmic control - pulse, time, metre, accent





Flute Grade 3: Piece 2


Tonal control - production, quality, projection





Violin Grade 6: Piece 2


Control of musical detail - awareness, realization, clarity





Control of communication - sense of musical performance





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