Structure
Assessment Structure and Guidelines
How are Music Medals assessments structured?
A Music Medals assessment is divided into three sections which are performed consecutively by the candidate in the following order:
Each component of the assessment focuses on different aspects of the candidate's developing skills.
Details of the Music Medal assessment components
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Ensemble
The candidate plays an individual line in an ensemble piece for two, three or four players. Ensemble playing provides invaluable experience of the skills of leading, counting-in, interaction, balancing, listening, and blending with others.
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Solo
The candidate plays one piece from the solo repertoire list for his or her instrument and Medal. This part of the assessment underlines the importance of developing musical independence and individuality.
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Option
The candidate selects one Option test from a choice of four. Each test helps to build sound musicianship skills and candidates can play to their own individual strengths.
