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What is a music medals exam?
A music medals exam is a formal exam accredited within the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
What happens during the exam?
Your child will be video recorded at school, normally during their lesson, playing a solo piece, followed by a group piece, followed by a small musicianship test of their choice. The exam lasts approximately 10 minutes but will be assessed by your child’s instrumental teacher. The footage is then sent to the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music for moderation. They will then issue your child with a certificate and a medal to recognise their attainment. The medal is shaped in a star like the logo above.
Why should they take the exam?
They should take this exam to validate the work they have been doing this year and to get formal recognition of their ability. Music medals have demonstrated that children have higher levels of motivation and will practice more readily when working towards the assessment. There are five levels to progress through (Copper – Bronze – Silver – Gold – Platinum) and this sustained motivation is crucial to enjoying and achieving in music. A new medal is issued with every pass. There is considerable flexibility in the exam date – teachers will have 9 weeks to complete the exam once entries are made.
Do they have to be recorded?
Yes. The model of assessment for these exams is video recording. You must sign the consent form on application authorising ABRSM to retain the footage. They are an experienced worldwide exam authority and all safeguarding issues have been given proper consideration. In addition, all music service teachers hold valid CRB checks, childcare disqualification checks and have undergone relevant ABRSM training to make the recordings for exam purposes.
www.musicmedals.org
Further information - Copper Music Medal
A music medals exam is a formal exam accredited within the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
What happens during the exam?
Your child will be video recorded at school, normally during their lesson, playing a solo piece, followed by a group piece, followed by a small musicianship test of their choice. The exam lasts approximately 10 minutes but will be assessed by your child’s instrumental teacher. The footage is then sent to the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music for moderation. They will then issue your child with a certificate and a medal to recognise their attainment. The medal is shaped in a star like the logo above.
Why should they take the exam?
They should take this exam to validate the work they have been doing this year and to get formal recognition of their ability. Music medals have demonstrated that children have higher levels of motivation and will practice more readily when working towards the assessment. There are five levels to progress through (Copper – Bronze – Silver – Gold – Platinum) and this sustained motivation is crucial to enjoying and achieving in music. A new medal is issued with every pass. There is considerable flexibility in the exam date – teachers will have 9 weeks to complete the exam once entries are made.
Do they have to be recorded?
Yes. The model of assessment for these exams is video recording. You must sign the consent form on application authorising ABRSM to retain the footage. They are an experienced worldwide exam authority and all safeguarding issues have been given proper consideration. In addition, all music service teachers hold valid CRB checks, childcare disqualification checks and have undergone relevant ABRSM training to make the recordings for exam purposes.
www.musicmedals.org
Further information - Copper Music Medal
- The examination is the Copper Music Medal.
- The consent form must be filled out and returned.
- Each pupil will be given at least a weeks notice to prepare for their exam.
- The exams will normally take place within their guitar lesson.
- The pupils have been working on the two exam pieces: 1) Chinese Song and 2) In the Moonlight for several weeks. These will be played along with one short listening test to complete the exam.
- As stated above, these exams are videoed and each child’s performance is firstly assessed by the teacher. I then send the video and assessment results to the Associated Board for further assessment and validation.
- The successful exam candidates will then receive an examination report form, certificate and Copper Music Medal.