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Introduction to Trinity’s music performance diplomasREGULATED LEVELS OF TRINITY’S MUSIC QUALIFICATIONSEQF**LevelClassical& Jazz77FTCL66LTCLLMusTCL45ATCLAMusTCL321EntryLevel 34Rock& PopTheory& WrittenMusicSoloGroupTracks† Certificates† Certificates†Grade 8Grade 8Grade 8Grade 7Grade 7Grade 7Grade 6Grade 6Grade 6Grade 5Grade 5Grade 5Grade 4Grade 4Grade 4Grade 3Grade 3Grade 3Grade 2Grade 2Grade 2Track 2Grade 1Grade 1Grade 1Track lTrackFirstAccessTrack* Regulated Qualifications Framework in England and Northern Ireland** European Qualifications Framework† Not RQF or EQF regulated7IntroductionRQF*Level

Introduction to Trinity’s music performance diplomasREGULATED TITLES AND QUALIFICATION NUMBERSFOR MUSIC PERFORMANCE DIPLOMASRegulated titleQualificationnumberATCLTCL Level 4 Diploma in Music Performance600/0949/4LTCLTCL Level 6 Diploma in Music Performance600/0984/6FTCLTCL Level 7 Diploma in Music Performance600/0985/8GUIDANCE ON THE EXAMS Diploma exams do not take place with audiences. Examiners do not normally interrupt performance diploma exams with any conversation,but will observe the candidate’s professionalism and stagecraft at every stage of the exam.Candidates should treat the exam as if it were a public recital. Throughout the exam, examiners make notes for the report, in order to give professionalfeedback for development, and so they may not be able to closely watch the performanceat all times. Special arrangements can be made if an interpreter or a facilitator for a candidate with specialneeds is necessary. Such arrangements must be agreed in advance with Trinity’s central office— email music-csn@trinitycollege.com All exams are audio-recorded for quality assurance purposes. Further information is availableat trinitycollege.com/recordingPOST-NOMINALS AND ACADEMIC DRESSIn addition to being entitled to use the appropriate post-nominal letters after their name (ATCL,LTCL or FTCL), holders of Trinity diplomas are entitled to wear academic dress. Associates areentitled to wear an academic gown, Licentiates a gown and hood (purple edged with mauve), andFellows a gown and hood (purple lined with mauve). Candidates wishing to obtain academic dressshould email music@trinitycollege.com for appropriate authorisation.8

Learning outcomesLearning outcomesLearning outcomesATCL(RQF Level 4)LEARNING OUTCOMESThe learner will: Present a fluent and accurate performance of the repertoire Be able to execute all technical aspects of the music at a standard commensurate with the level Communicate through a developing musical voiceLTCL(RQF Level 6)LEARNING OUTCOMESThe learner will: Present a fluent and accurate performance of the repertoire, with contextual understandingof the material Communicate all technical and artistic aspects of the music at a standard commensuratewith the level Demonstrate their own musical voice in interpreting the performance objectives, drawingupon a variety of experiences in individual performanceFTCL(RQF Level 7)LEARNING OUTCOMESThe learner will: Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge and understanding at the forefront of the discipline Demonstrate acute judgement and insight, drawing upon creative approaches in individualperformance which are based on research into performance practice Demonstrate a highly developed and individual artistic and musical personality, presentingthe programme to public recital standard9

About the examsAbout the examsEach exam has two sections: recital and programme & planning.RECITALPROGRAMME & PLANNINGCompile and perform a programmeof pieces, chosen from publishedrepertoire lists, own-choice repertoire,or a combination of listed andown-choice repertoire.Plan a balanced programme thatincludes contrasting styles, andprovide a written programme.RECITAL96 MARKS*PROGRAMME& PLANNING4 MARKS*10* Marks are awarded for ATCL and LTCL only

About the examsEXAM STRUCTURE AND MARK SCHEME(MARKS APPLY TO ATCL & LTCL ONLY)SUBJECTS OFFEREDPerformance diplomas are available in thefollowing subjects:Maximummarks Piano96 OrganRECITAL Harpsichord SingingPROGRAMME & PLANNING4 Recorder Flute Oboe Planning, balance & construction ofthe programme ClarinetTOTALAbout the exams Written programme Saxophone100 Bassoon Horn in F Trumpet / Bb cornet / Eb cornet Trombone Bass trombone Tenor horn Baritone / Euphonium Tuba / Eb bass / Bb bass Drum kit Percussion Violin Viola Cello Double bass Harp GuitarRepertoire lists for the above subjects areavailable at trinitycollege.com/performancediplomasCandidates wishing to perform on aninstrument that is not listed shouldcontact Trinity’s music support teamat music@trinitycollege.com11

Exam guidance: RecitalExam guidance: RecitalNB any programme including singlemovements from items listed as completemust be submitted for approval, so thatwe can offer guidance to ensure all piecesare at a suitable level.RECITAL96 MARKS*CHOOSING PIECES Candidates should compile and perform avaried and contrasting programme of therequired duration (see timings opposite). Performance programmes should displaya range of moods, styles and tempi.Candidates should bear the artisticcoherence of the programme in mind whenselecting repertoire and/or proposingprogrammes for approval. See page 16 formore information.RECITAL TIMINGS Timings are as follows: All programmes (except percussion)must consist of a minimum of two works.Percussion programmes must consist ofa minimum of three works. The music performed can:— Be drawn entirely from the appropriaterepertoire list, which can be found onlineat trinitycollege.com/performancediplomas— Combine pieces from the appropriaterepertoire list with own-choice pieces— Contain only own-choice 0 Please note that the performance durationslisted above refer to the total duration of allthe pieces performed, but do not include thefollowing, which are included in the overallexam duration:— Arrival/departure timeREPERTOIRE GUIDELINES— Setting up Sonatas, sonatinas, suites and other workscomposed as complete unities shouldnormally be played complete (ie all sectionsor movements should be played).— Tuning Depending on the diploma level and therepertoire available for the instrument,candidates may include selectedmovements, provided that the overallprogramme is balanced. Suitable examplesof selected movements are included in therepertoire lists.12Excessive breaks between movements and/or pieces should be avoided. Performances that fall outside the listeddurations will be referred to Trinity’scentral office and will be penalised by amark reduction or, in extreme cases, bydisqualification. Performances that exceedthe required duration may be stopped whenthe maximum length is reached.* Marks are awarded for ATCL and LTCL only

Exam guidance: RecitalOWN-CHOICE REPERTOIREPROGRAMME APPROVAL Candidates wishing to propose a programmeconsisting partly or completely of piecesthat are not listed in the relevant repertoirelist (available at trinitycollege.com/performance-diplomas) must submitthe whole programme for approval.Programmes must also be submitted ifthey include single movements from itemslisted as complete in the repertoire list.The process for submitting programmesis outlined below. We offer an online programme approvalsprocess, which puts you directly in touchwith our panel of instrumental experts.Candidates should visit trinitycollege.com/approvals and provide all details as requestedon the online form. Own-choice pieces must demonstrate acomparable level of technical and musicaldemand to the pieces listed in the repertoirelist for the relevant instrument, available attrinitycollege.com/performance-diplomas Inclusion of repertoire items in any otherexam board’s diploma lists does notguarantee that they will be approved fora Trinity diploma. Items considered to be of greater demandthan the level may be proposed, but maynot then be performed in any higher leveldiploma subsequently entered (ie candidatesmay not submit the same piece of music fortwo or more diplomas at increasing levels). Our online approvals process enables youto check the level of the repertoire with thehelp of our experts. Items are considered inthe context of the whole programme, andpieces approved in one programme may notnecessarily be approved in another. Please note that we are unable to considersubmissions of individual pieces. Our panel of expert instrumentalspecialists consider own-choice programmesubmissions, and applicants normallyreceive a response within 15 working days. If the proposal is accepted we will email thecandidate a permission statement, whichwill remain valid for two years. A copy of thestatement must be shown to the examinerat the start of the exam, otherwise resultsmay be delayed or the candidate maybe disqualified. If the proposal is not approved we will notifythe candidate by email. The candidateshould then change piece(s) as necessaryand re-submit the whole programme (orreplace the whole programme with piecesfrom the relevant repertoire list). In approving programme proposals wedo not consider either timing or balance.The approval is simply in terms oftechnical and musical difficulty, and it isthe candidate’s responsibility to design anappropriate and balanced programme thatcomplies with the stipulated timings. Once an approval letter has been issued, ifany alteration needs to be made then thecomplete programme must be resubmittedfor approval.13Exam guidance: Recital Before submitting a programme, candidatesshould check each own-choice item againstTrinity’s current grade, certificate anddiploma repertoire lists. Repertoire listedin any current Trinity grade, certificateor lower diploma cannot be selected asown-choice repertoire. However, wherea movement or part of a piece is set fora graded exam, the whole piece may besubmitted as an own-choice diploma item. Candidates must submit completeprogrammes and may send in only onecomplete programme for approval atany time.

Exam guidance: Recital Where an online submission is not possible,an application by post or email may bemade, but it may take longer to process.Telephone applications are not accepted. Trinity cannot accept responsibilityif candidates enter for an examwithout approval for their programme.Candidates are strongly advised not to enteruntil their programme has been approved. Trinity’s decision on approval of any item orprogramme is final.INSTRUMENTS Candidates should only perform on one typeof instrument throughout their recital. Candidates may, however, use two or moredifferent members of the same instrumentfamily, eg soprano and alto recorders, or Bband Eb trumpets. For all diplomas other than piano, candidatesmust provide their own instrument(s) (NBarrangements for organists are detailed inthe organ repertoire list online). If the instrument takes time to set up, egdrum kit, candidates must make suitablearrangements with the centre in advance sothat the exam timetable is not affected bysetting up or removing the instrument. Candidates must complete basic tuningbefore entering the exam room. Piano candidates are allowed a fewmoments to familiarise themselves withthe piano at the start of the exam. Instrument-specific informationand requirements are included in therelevant repertoire lists available attrinitycollege.com/performance-diplomas Candidates wishing to perform on aninstrument that is not listed on page 11should contact Trinity’s music support teamat music@trinitycollege.com14PERFORMANCE AND INTERPRETATION All da capo and dal segno instructionsshould be observed. Repeats of theexposition/recapitulation sections andother long repeats, as well as those withinvariations, should not be played. If theexaminer feels that the overall performingtime of the recital has been compromised,for instance by the inclusion of repeatsin other areas that are not justifiedmusically, the exam may be referred and/or invalidated. All cadenzas should be played; these may beimprovised or played from scores. Candidates are not required to performfrom memory at any level, and no additionalmarks are given for this. However,candidates are encouraged to play all or partof their programme from memory if theyfeel that it will enhance their performance. Spoken introductions are not permitted.STAGECRAFT Marks are awarded for stagecraft, whichtakes into account the overall presentationof the recital. For all performers and participants,stagecraft includes:— Management of music and page turns,including use of a page turner whereappropriate— General comportment and stage manner— Dress, which should be suitable for apublic recital (jeans and trainers are notconsidered appropriate dress)— Pacing; breaks between movements andworks should neither hurry nor disruptthe flow of the recital Additionally, for all instrumentalists (otherthan pianists), positioning and platformarrangement are taken into account.

Exam guidance: RecitalACCOMPANIMENTSMUSIC AND COPIES For single-line instruments, no morethan one unaccompanied piece shouldbe included. Candidates should obtain the music for theirexam in good time before entering for theexam, and they must bring it with them onthe day of the exam. Pieces that are published withan accompaniment must not beperformed unaccompanied. Candidates are responsible for providingtheir own accompanist. There shouldnormally be only one accompanist, althoughthere may be two in some cases, eg Baroquecontinuo group. Recorded accompaniments are not allowedin diploma exams except where required bythe genre, in which case approval must beobtained in advance of the exam. Any electrical equipment used must complywith the health and safety requirements ofthe country where the exam is taking place.PAGE TURNS The examiner will not be able to act as apage turner. A page turner is allowed to turn pages forthe soloist in piano, harpsichord, organ orharp diplomas, or for the accompanist inany other diploma. We take copyright infringement seriouslyand require candidates to ensure theirmusic comes from a legitimate source.Guidelines are available in the UK MusicPublishers Association’s Code of FairPractice, available at mpaonline.org.uk.Candidates must comply with copyrightand other intellectual property laws in thecountry where the exam is taking place. In accordance with the MPA’s Code of FairPractice, candidates must produce originalcopies of all pieces to be performed at theexam, even if pieces have been memorised,handwritten or typeset. Pieces where nooriginal copy has been provided might beawarded no marks. Candidates must provide copies of allpieces to be performed as a reference forthe examiner (these may be photocopies).Failure to provide copies will result ininvalidation of the exam. If photocopies areprovided, these will be kept by the examinerand destroyed after the exam. Where music has been downloaded,candidates must bring proof of purchase ordetails of the website where it was accessedfor the examiner’s reference.15Exam guidance: Recital Where accompaniments feature longintroductions or endings (or long tuttipassages in concerto movements), theseshould be shortened in a way that ismusically appropriate. Recommended editions are indicated inthe repertoire lists, but candidates mayperform from any reliable edition that hasnot been shortened or otherwise simplified.Editions containing inauthentic performancedirections, for example Romantic phrasing inBaroque repertoire, are not acceptable.

Exam guidance: Programme & planningExam guidance:Programme & planning At FTCL level, programmes must includethe following:— Names of the candidate and accompanist(if applicable)— Date, place and time of the recitalPROGRAMME& PLANNING4 MARKS*— Composers, full titles and opus numbers(where available) of all the works to beplayed, in order of performance— An accurate timing for each piece, andfor the entire programme— Programme notes on each piece to beperformed, totalling 1,200–1,600 wordsoverallThis section of the exam is split into two:— For singing diplomas only: translationsof the song texts (not included inword count)WRITTEN PROGRAMME2 marks Candidates should present a printedprogramme to the examiner at thebeginning of the exam. At ATCL and LTCL levels, programmes mustinclude the following:— Names of the candidate and accompanist(if applicable)— Date, place and time of the recital— Composers, full titles and opus numbers(where available) of all the works tobe played, in order of performance(NB detailed notes on the pieces arenot required) A t FTCL level, the content of theprogramme notes might include themusical and historical context of the pieces,their structure and form, and significantmusical elements contained within them. They may include quotations and shortextracts from other sources (creditedas appropriate), but must not plagiariseother sources.PLANNING, BALANCE & CONSTRUCTIONOF THE PROGRAMME2 marks Examiners will consider the extent to which:— An accurate timing for each piece, and forthe entire programme— For singing diplomas only: translations ofthe song texts16* Marks are awarded for ATCL and LTCL only— The programme is well balanced andincludes a contrast of styles— The programme order is musicallyeffective, and the programme isartistically effective as a whole

Exam guidance: MarkingExam guidance: MarkingATCL & LTCL: HOW THE EXAM IS MARKEDATCL & LTCL: RECITALExaminers give comments and marks forboth section of the exam, up to the maximummarks listed in the table on page 11. It is notnecessary to pass both sections in order toachieve a pass overall. The total mark for theexam corresponds to different attainmentlevels as follows:The recital is awarded three separate marksfor specific musical components, allowingcandidates to receive precise feedbackabout specific aspects of their performance.These marks combine to give an overall markfor the recital

current version of the syllabus and repertoire lists, and for the latest information about our music diplomas. OVERLAP ARRANGEMENTS This syllabus is valid from 1 August 2019. The 2009–2018 syllabus is valid until 31 July 2019. There will be no overlap between syllabuses, meaning that all exams from 1 Aug