abrsm and trinity exam dates and fees 2024

ABRSM and Trinity Exam dates and Fees | 2024

Latest dates and fees for ABRSM and Trinity exams

Unsure about the ABRSM and Trinity exam dates and fees in 2024?

If you are ready to take your ABRSM or Trinity piano exam this 2024, it is now time to check the upcoming deadlines, exam dates and exam fees for Music Theory, Classical and jazz piano exams.

Close venues to Camden, West Hampstead, St. John´s Wood and Swiss Cottage include Hampstead Town, Highgate or Central London.

Please do not hesitate to contact our piano teachers for further information about your exams, piano lessons or ABRSM and Trinity intensive courses.

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Practical Grades

Performance Grades

Music Theory

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Classical & Jazz

Music Theory

ABRSM and Trinity College exams are a reliable measure of ability for music students which test skills that are often neglected such as sight reading and listening. At Hampstead Piano Academy we make the graded exams a positive experience and rewarding process.

Both boards of examinations, ABRSM and Trinity, have updated their syllabus until 2025.

Although supporting tests remain exactly the same as the previous syllabus, new pieces and scales have been released.

As this may cause some confusions, please be aware of the following overlaps and deadline periods.

ABRSM Practical Exams

ABRSM Exams Dates 2024

 

The listed dates apply to Practical Grades, Music Performance ARSM diplomas, Prep Tests, Performance Assessments, and Practical Musicianship exams conducted in public venues only.

 

ABRSM Exams Fees 2024

 

Prep Test 50.00 GBP
Initial Practical Grade 50.00 GBP
Practical Grade 1 56.00 GBP
Practical Grade 2 64.00 GBP
Practical Grade 3 74.00 GBP
Practical Grade 4 81.00 GBP
Practical Grade 5 88.00 GBP
Practical Grade 6 102.00 GBP
Practical Grade 7 110.00 GBP
Practical Grade 8 130.00 GBP

ARSM Face-to-face assessment 

(Performance only)

218.00 GBP
Performance Assessment 59.00 GBP

ABRSM Exams Marks 2024

All ABRSM Practical exams are assessed in the following four subjects:

  • Three Performance pieces marked out of 30
  • Scales marked out of 21
  • Sight Reading marked out of 21
  • Aural skills marked out of 18

All Practical exams are marked out of a total of 150 points.

  • Pass: 100-119
  • Merit: 120-129
  • Distinction: 130-150

ABRSM Exams Venues 2024

ABRSM Exam Venues are not published online. You will receive its address once your application has been confirmed.

February session (1a)
Booking period

04 January 2024 – 09 January 2024

All instruments and grades
London Wall Place: 05 February 2024 – 18 February 2024
Manchester: 05 February 2024 – 18 February 2024
Spring Session (1)
Booking period

18 January 2024 – 30 January 2024

All instruments and grades
United Kingdom: 26 February 2024 – 28 March 2024
May Session (2a)
Booking period

21 March 2024 – 26 March 2024

All instruments and grades
London Wall Place: 06 May 2024 – 25 May 2024
Manchester: 06 May 2024 – 25 May 2024
Summer Session (2)
Booking period

16 April 2024 – 29 April 2024

All instruments and grades
Scotland & Northern Ireland: 03 June 2024 – 29 June 2024
England & Wales: 10 June 2024 – 13 July 2024
October Session (3a)
Booking period

03 September 2024 – 08 September 2024

All instruments and grades
London Wall Place: 07 October 2024 – 26 October 2024
Manchester: 07 October 2024 – 26 October 2024
Autumn Session (3)
Booking period

16 September 2024 – 30 September 2024

All instruments and grades
United Kingdom: 04 November 2024 – 07 December 2024

ABRSM Performance Grades

When should I submit my ABRSM exam recording?

 

Digital Performance Grades (also Jazz) and Music Performance ARSM diplomas offer a flexible approach. Unlike traditional structures, there are no fixed booking periods or constrained exam sessions. You have the autonomy to book, pay, and submit your exam video at your convenience. Opt to submit the video at the time of booking or within the subsequent 28 days, providing you with ample flexibility to tailor the process according to your preferences and schedule.

 

ABRSM Performance Grades Fees 2024

Initial Performance Grade 46.00 GBP
Performance Grade 1 50.00 GBP
Performance Grade 2 58.00 GBP
Performance Grade 3 66.00 GBP
Performance Grade 4 72.00 GBP
Performance Grade 5 79.00 GBP
Performance Grade 6 91.00 GBP
Performance Grade 7 98.00 GBP
Performance Grade 8 116.00 GBP
ARSM Digital assessment 195.00 GBP

 

ABRSM Online Music Theory Exams

Online Music Theory exams are accessible at your convenience, allowing you to book at any time. Following the booking, candidates are granted a 28-day window to complete their exams, offering flexibility to choose any suitable date and time within this period.

Please note that due to ongoing system updates, candidates won’t be able to undertake exams on the specified dates and times. The listed dates and times adhere to UK time (GMT or BST).

 

Date Time
02/11/2023 22.00-02.00
14/12/2023 22.00-02.00
25/01/2024 22.00-02.00
07/03/2024 22.00-02.00
18/04/2024 22.00-02.00
23/05/2024 22.00-02.00
11/07/2024 22.00-02.00
15/08/2024 22.00-02.00
26/09/2024 22.00-02.00
07/11/2024 22.00-02.00
19/12/2024 22.00-02.00

 

Grade 1 39.00 GBP
Grade 2 42.00 GBP
Grade 3 46.00 GBP
Grade 4 50.00 GBP
Grade 5 54.00 GBP

 

All ABRSM Music Theory exams are marked out of 100%.

  • Pass: 66-79%
  • Merit: 80-89%
  • Distinction: 90-100%

 

Trinity Classical & Jazz Grades

 Trinity Classical & Jazz Exam Dates 2023-2025

 

Grade Initial 51 GBP
Grade 1 57 GBP
Grade 2 63 GBP
Grade 3 69 GBP
Grade 4 79 GBP
Grade 5 90 GBP
Grade 6 99 GBP
Grade 7 111 GBP
Grade 8 123 GBP

 

All Trinity College exams are assessed in the following four subjects:

  • Three Performance pieces marked out of 22. This mark will be distributed accross three areas:

Notational Accuracy & Fluency (Max. 7 marks)

Technical Facility (Max. 7 marks)

Communication and Interpretation (Max. 8 marks)

 

  • Your Technical work comprises your scales, arpeggios and exercises and will be marked out of 14.

 

  • Two Supporting Tests could add 10 marks each to you total.

For Grades Initial to 5, you can choose any two of the following:

Sight Reading

Aural skills

Improvisation

Musical knowledge

From Grade 6 to 8, sight reading is compulsory. The other test could be aural or improvisation at the candidate’s choice.

 

Distinction 87-100
Merit 75-86
Pass 60-74
Below Pass 1 45-59
Below Pass 2 0-44
Trinity exam dates 2023-2024

Trinity Classical & Jazz Exam Dates 2024-2025

Trinity exam dates 2024-2025

Trinity Music Theory Exams

Examinations available on demand provide the flexibility for learners to choose a location, date, and time that best suits their schedule. Candidates can register for their exams at their own pace and complete them from the comfort and convenience of familiar settings, be it at home or school.

Grade 1 39 GBP
Grade 2 41 GBP
Grade 3 45 GBP
Grade 4 48 GBP
Grade 5 52 GBP
Grade 6 57 GBP
Grade 7 63 GBP
Grade 8 68 GBP

 

 

Distinction
Merit
Pass
Below Pass

UCAS TARIFF

What does UCAS mean?

The acronym UCAS stands for The United Kingdom University and Colleges Admission Service.

 

What are UCAS points?

They basically turn your grades and qualifications into a numerical value.

The good news is that music students with ABRSM or Trinity College qualifications at Grades 6 to 8 can benefit from UCAS points when applying to a college or university.

UCAS points table

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