Latest exam updates
Grade 5 Music Theory waiver (not applicable in the UK & Ireland)
We are extending our Grade 5 Music Theory waiver until 23 May 2021. This means that candidates with a Grade 6 to 8 Performance Grade exam submission date up to and including 23 May can take their exam without first passing Grade 5 Music Theory. We are making this exceptional arrangement to allow candidates who have been unable to take an exam in recent months to progress with their learning. From 24 May, the Grade 5 Music Theory requirement will return. For exam dates/exam submission dates after 23 May, all candidates taking a Grade 6 to 8 Performance or Practical Grade must first pass Grade 5 Music Theory.
Performance Grade exams
We are pleased to confirm that we will be offering Performance Grade exams every month for the remainder of 2021. Please check our Dates and Fees page for details.
ARSM is all about the performance, and gives you the opportunity to create and perform your own programme of music for the first time.
Preparing to meet the challenges of a sustained 30-minute programme will help you develop greater technical assurance and instrument control.
Previous ARSM Candidate, Hannah shares her experience of taking an ARSM exam. Hannah dives into the preparation she undertook and what tips she would give to future ARSM candidates.
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