A large number of young people from our country want to study or live abroad . They are often faced with the problem of recognizing the diplomas of domestic schools and faculties outside our borders.
In addition, it is not uncommon for them to always need an additional source of funding in addition to their studies .
We offer a solution to both problems!
What is ABRSM and in which countries is it compatible with the national program?
ABRSM or Associated Boards of the Royal Schools of Music is the largest and oldest music education system both in the UK and in the world. It has existed since 1889 .
In almost 100 countries, exams from the initial to the university level are prepared and taken by the same method and the same standards.
Quality that everyone recognizes
Recognizing this quality, most countries have made ABRSM diplomas compatible with their national programs . In addition to the United Kingdom, there are EU countries, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Malta, as well as Trinidad and Tobago.
This means that when you submit the ABRSM diploma at the entrance exam for one of the music faculties, the admissions committee will have a clear picture of you even before you start playing.
The grade and comments on your ABRSM diploma guarantee the stylistic and technical unity of your performance and a clear standard that everyone recognizes.
Find out more about the ABRSM method and their exams in our text.
Why is an ABRSM diploma good for me?
ABRSM diploma is good because it provides the opportunity to standardize your knowledge according to international standards , as well as to have a diploma that is recognized everywhere in the world.
When it comes to standardizing your knowledge, it means that the ABRSM commission evaluates all candidates in exactly the same way.
Unlike domestic examiners, among whom we have great differences in knowledge and criteria, ABRSM method examiners are top musicians who have undergone numerous trainings and always evaluate all elements in the same way .
What ABRSM examiners evaluate
While our examiners Insufficiently consistently evaluate things such as tone, style, technique, phrasing and work on musical form, ABRSM commissions highly value all these elements . You will always receive an explanation and constructive comment on each of them about the weak points that need to be worked on.
This is very important if you want to study music abroad and will bring you additional knowledge and greater success in entrance exams anywhere in the world.
Teachers of the International Music School “Eva” have been working according to these standards for years , so we are able to similarly assess your knowledge and help you solve musical and technical problems .
Studying music faculties abroad
If you want to study at music colleges in the UK, where ABRSM comes from, this degree is highly recommended . Not only will you gain additional, very important knowledge, but if you pass the exam with the highest grade, you will also receive additional UCAS points.
In addition, all your studies can be a great source of additional income , which we advise and those who do not plan to study music abroad.
ABRSM diploma as a source of additional income
The Grade 8 ABRSM diploma or DipABRSM are qualifications with which you can teach all over the world. They are not enough to officially get a job in a school, but they are a qualification that is standard among teachers who hold private lessons.
This means that in addition to studying abroad, you will have the opportunity to earn additional income, and we all know that instrument classes are very well paid in Western countries.
Namely , there are no state music schools in these countries , so the process of music education up to the university level is mostly realized through private lessons .
When it comes to orchestral instruments, the added value is that you will always be able to apply and play in a non-professional orchestra as a hobby.
Why is it important to have an ABRSM diploma
In the EU, USA or Great Britain, as well as in a total of almost 100 countries, there are ABRSM centers that you can easily find and register your students for ABRSM exams through them .
Unlike those who only finished music high school in our country, you will have an insight into the ABRSM exam standard, so you will be able to transfer the knowledge you have much easier . At the same time, you will gain more trust from your customers.
What level is best for me to pass?
Whether you have already finished music high school or are currently in 3rd or 4th grade , it is best to start by taking the 8th grade instrument , and in order to qualify, you must pass the 5th grade of ABRSM theory .
The theory for the 5th grade according to the ABRSM system has similar requirements as the one that students in the 6th grade of elementary music school take , and our experience is that high school music students take it without any problems.
This level is already enough for you to take the entrance exam for music colleges abroad, as well as to hold private lessons.
However, if you gain an even higher level of knowledge and improve your skills, you can apply for DipABRSM, which is equivalent to the first year of college .
The condition for taking this exam is passing the Grade 6 theory exam.
How do I align the ABRSM program with the Music high school program?
In cooperation with your subject professor at the music school, you can choose a program that will adapt to ABRSM requirements. For Grade 8 see the current syllabus, and for DipABRSM the list of programs to be saved.
The given examples are for the piano instrument, but by entering them correctly in the browser, you can easily find them for other instruments as well.
What is the difference between a national and an ABRSM program?
As far as taking the instrument is concerned, in addition to playing scales and programs, there are two additional elements that are taken in the ABRSM exams from 1st to 8th grade. These are leaf reading and hearing test.
Reading from the list is already part of our national high school music program, but you will be able to systematize your knowledge according to ABRSM standards. We believe that this will be of great help when taking the exam.
The standard of the hearing test for the eighth grade of the ABRSM method includes recognizing and arguing musical styles, recognizing cadences, singing the lowest voice of a polyphonic example, as well as “a prima vista” singing.
With our training and guidance, most of these elements will be able to be mastered by a third grade high school music student student without major difficulties.
Passing the Grade 6 of Music theory
Grade 6 requirements are actually a combination of what is done on the subjects of harmony, counterpoint and musical forms.
What you will have to learn additionally are the basics of compositional technique, both for voice and instrument. There are also known elements of solving harmonic tasks according to encrypted bass, as well as analysis of musical form.
Who should I contact to prepare and apply for the ABRSM exam
At the Eva International Music School, we have extensive experience in preparing for higher grades , both instrument and theory. In addition, we provide our students with administrative assistance to apply for the ABRSM exam through us .
Our teachers are highly motivated and profiled for the individual approach that is a trademark of our school.
This means that they will help you with technical problems that you may be struggling with for a long time, as well as understanding the form, style or polyphony .
You will always get an honest and professional opinion, both on your strengths and weaknesses . Otherwise, we would not be able to appear before the international commission and achieve success.
Price list and applications
For the first free class and consultations you can register at info@evamusic.rs , and the price list for the Adult program can be viewed at the following link: https://evamusic.rs/en/tuition-fees/.