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Topic: The imortance of ABRSM exams?  (Read 1377 times)

Offline collectivecolors

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The imortance of ABRSM exams?
on: October 19, 2011, 05:08:52 PM
Hi, I haven't been studying piano long (around 6 months) and I am just curious about whether piano exams are really important in studying piano? If I did decide to do an exam I would definitely wait until I have learned more. I am mostly curious, if these actually have any reason other than achievement. Thanks :)
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Offline sucom

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Re: The imortance of ABRSM exams?
Reply #1 on: October 19, 2011, 08:02:44 PM
I think there are several reasons why people take practical exams.

1.  Because the teacher suggests, recommends or naturally expects it
2.  Because each exam serves as a marker for the student's own progress and serves as a goal to work towards
3.  To allow a student to fully prepare pieces to performance standard
4.  To ensure a more full musical education which includes scales, performance, aural tests and sight reading
5.  To add onto a CV as proof of study
6.  To meet a requirement for university or music college entry

I'm sure there are more but these come instantly to mind.
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Offline 49410enrique

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Re: The imortance of ABRSM exams?
Reply #2 on: October 20, 2011, 12:42:20 PM
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Offline cjp_piano

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Re: The imortance of ABRSM exams?
Reply #3 on: October 20, 2011, 02:53:28 PM
Are you in Europe? In the USA we have the Carnegie Hall Achievement Program

https://www.theachievementprogram.org/
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Re: The imortance of ABRSM exams?
Reply #4 on: October 21, 2011, 01:39:50 PM
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