Placement assessment

Start where the evidence says you should

Years of lessons, a favourite hymn or an examination certificate tell only part of the story. Placement creates a useful whole-musician profile.

What is assessed

The assessment combines live observation and prepared evidence.

Physical setup and technique
Rhythm and coordination
Reading and sight-reading
Scales and arpeggios
Harmony and chords
Hymn and accompaniment skills
Ear, transposition and creativity
Prepared performance

Test-out is built in

A competency can be credited when it is secure in two contexts, works at a usable tempo and is not undermined by a critical technical or rhythmic issue.

What you receive

Families receive a core-grade recommendation, domain profile, tested-out skills, first four-week priorities, specialist recommendations and an appropriate workload.

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