Our Examination Process

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Our ASIM examination is dedicated to assessing a students musical technique and competence from grades one to eight. It provides a structured pathway which focuses on nurturing skill and aptitude through a series of Practical and Theory examinations. Here is a breakdown of what to expect from each grade:

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Grade One & Grade Two

(Practical Only Exam)

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• Grades One and Two assess a students fundamental technique and ability, often marking their introduction to memorising compositions. Additionally, an insight into music theory is introduced in the form of oral questions. It is important to note that a theory examination is not required for these two grades.

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Grade Three - Grade Seven

(Practical & Theory Examinations)

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• Improvisation is important in Indian Music and through these practical examinations, the student will be introduced and encouraged to develop their improvisational skills through raga alapana, niraval and kalpana swaram. The theory examinations will further expand on these concepts through the learning and understanding of raga scales, notation writing and instrument labelling. ​

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