Percussion Combined
About Combined Percussion exams
We offer a range of assessments for percussion players, including Practical Grades and Performance Grades at Grades 1 to 8 and diplomas in Music Performance for advanced musicians.
Read on to find out more about our Combined Percussion exams.
Practical Grades are face-to-face exams that focus on all-round musical knowledge and skills, including performance. Exams are available at Grades 1 to 8. In the exam you perform three pieces, play studies or scales and arpeggios and take sight-reading and aural tests.
Downloads
Download a PDF of the full Combined Percussion Practical Grades qualification specification. This includes the syllabus and marking criteria as well as detailed information about exam requirements.
Performance Grades are digital exams assessed from a video recording. They have a strong focus on performance, including communication, interpretation and delivery. In the exam you perform a programme of four pieces.
Exams are available at Grades 1 to 8. There are no booking periods or exam sessions so you can choose when to book, record and submit your exam.
As well as reading the qualification specification and syllabus for your instrument, you should read our Performance Grade guidance which includes important information about recording and submitting your exam video. Follow the link below to find out more.
Downloads
Download PDFs of the Performance Grades Qualification Specification and Percussion syllabus.
