Piano Exams

ABRSM vs Trinity College London: Which Music Exam Board Is Better?

2026-06-15T13:22:03+01:00

Deciding between exam boards is the first step to approaching a music diploma and taking your piano skills beyond playing “just for fun” – yet many students feel overwhelmed by the confusion surrounding which exam board to choose. While several other internationally accredited boards provide structured graded exams and diplomas, ABRSM and Trinity College London are the most globally recognised. Others like Rockschool, The Royal Conservatory of Music, Australian Music Examinations Board, etc. are also widely acknowledged, but may not offer the same level of international standardisation and global recognition. There is still ongoing debate among students over whether ABRSM or [...]

ABRSM vs Trinity College London: Which Music Exam Board Is Better?2026-06-15T13:22:03+01:00

How To Choose The Perfect Piece for Your Piano Grade Exam

2026-01-18T14:11:17+00:00

Picture this: you’re seated at the piano, the examiner’s stern and stoic face is right across from you. Each note echoes into the four corners of the room when all of a sudden an unsettling feeling overcomes you - did I really choose the right piece? Piano exams are always nerve-wracking, no matter how many hours you’ve invested into preparation. Even professionals, who have years upon years of experience, get performance anxiety. It is only natural to feel this way. Yet, the devastating thoughts that question your choice of music pieces should be the least of your worries. When those doubtful [...]

How To Choose The Perfect Piece for Your Piano Grade Exam2026-01-18T14:11:17+00:00

Understanding Piano Grade Examinations in England

2026-01-19T08:58:50+00:00

Learning to play the piano is one of the most rewarding musical pursuits, offering not only technical and expressive development but also a sense of discipline and achievement. In England, one of the most distinctive features of musical education is the structured system of graded music examinations, which provides learners with clear milestones from beginner to advanced levels. Piano students across the country (and indeed worldwide) often follow these graded pathways, which assess not only playing ability but also musical understanding, interpretation, and creativity. There are several recognised examination boards in England that offer piano grade exams, each with its own [...]

Understanding Piano Grade Examinations in England2026-01-19T08:58:50+00:00

5 Signs You Are Ready to Perform at a London Piano Recital

2025-09-01T14:05:49+01:00

Piano recitals are both thrilling and exhilarating as they are daunting. When you’re called to the stage all that matters is how well you’re about to perform. I remember each and every one of my piano recitals. My stomach would start to twirl moments before - no matter the size of the audience - and my mind would be clouded with anxiety and doubt. Friends, family and my fellow peers would all ask me the same thing as I nervously sink down in my seat in the waiting room: are you ready? If you find yourself struggling to answer this question [...]

5 Signs You Are Ready to Perform at a London Piano Recital2025-09-01T14:05:49+01:00

Preparing for Your Piano Exam

2023-10-09T14:28:16+01:00

Preparing for your piano exam is more than just knowing your pieces and your scales but also working through the ear training syllabus and sight-reading.Many times ear training and sight reading get overlooked in preparation because of the vast amount of work that you have to prepare for your music exam.When I studied for piano exams, the former mentioned was in most cases left for the last month or two. Fortunately, most students studying music will have a good ear to be able to recognise intervals, chords, etc., and you could get away with only practicing it the last two months [...]

Preparing for Your Piano Exam2023-10-09T14:28:16+01:00
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