ABRSM Singing Syllabus From 2018
ABRSM Singing Syllabus From 2018
ABRSM Singing Syllabus From 2018
CONTENTS
Pre-Grade 1
Prep Test 6
Grades 18
Singing Grades: requirements and information 8
Grade 1 16
Grade 2 22
Grade 3 28
Grade 4 35
Grade 5 43
Grade 6 51
Grade 7 62
Grade 8 74
Aural Tests 88
Post-Grade 8
ARSM 94
DipABRSM, LRSM, FRSM 95
Additional information
Music Theory 96
Practical Musicianship 97
Marking criteria 100
Exam programme & running order form 103
Index 111
At ABRSM we are passionate about music and aim to support students and teachers in every way
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We offer graded music exams for a range of instruments, as well as singing, jazz, Music
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Taking an exam is an exciting challenge with many benefits for students. Theres the boost to
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We do everything we can to make the exam experience positive and rewarding. We work closely
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who passes.
Whether youre a student or teacher, we hope this syllabus inspires and supports your music
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Find out more at www.abrsm.org.
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ABRSM SINGING EXAMS
This syllabus booklet is designed to help teachers, candidates, parents and organizations when
preparing for ABRSM graded Singing exams.
The Singing syllabus is listed, grade by grade, on pp. 1687 and shows the requirements for the
exams. Important additional information can be found on pp. 814. The Aural tests featured in
all ABRSM graded exams are described on pp. 8893. In addition, this booklet outlines ABRSMs
pre-Grade 1 and post-Grade 8 singing assessments as well as the supporting subjects of Music
Theory and Practical Musicianship which contribute to all-round musical development.
As well as reading this booklet, it is important to consult ABRSMs Information & Regulations,
available at www.abrsm.org/examregulations.
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ABRSM Singing exams
The next syllabus
At the time of publication of this booklet, the next revision of the Singing syllabus had not been
scheduled. Advance notice of any planned changes to the singing requirements (including
syllabus overlap information) will be posted in advance at www.abrsm.org/singing.
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SINGING PREP TEST
ABRSMs Prep Test, presented in a relaxed and encouraging way, is an ideal introduction to the
exam experience. It gives students a goal to work towards and a certificate awarded on the day
something to be really proud of.
The Prep Test is designed to encourage the development of good musical and technical
foundations. It covers many of the elements beginners will be working on at this early stage,
including pitch, time, tone, performance and musical perception.
Content
The Prep Test consists of four sections Tunes, two Songs, and Listening Games:
Tunes
Three short exercises sung from memory:
a) Far Blue Sea
b) Snakes and Ladders
c) The Tip of the Tongue!
The Tunes are in the Singing Prep Test book.
First Song
Any one of the following, by Lin Marsh:
Ride on a Rainbow
The Haunted House on the Hill
Lazy Sunday Afternoon
The Smuggler Men
The Songs are in the Singing Prep Test book.
Second Song
Own-choice accompanied song (c.1624 bars)
Listening Games*
Four listening games:
a) Clapping the beat
b) Echoes
c) Finding the notes
d) What can you hear?
Examples are in the Singing Prep Test book.
The Singing Prep Test book mentioned above is published by ABRSM and is available from music
retailers as well as online, including at the ABRSM music shop: www.abrsm.org/shop.
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Singing Prep Test
Assessment
Immediate feedback is given on the day, in the form of positive comments and suggestions
written on the certificate, which is handed to the candidate by the examiner at the end of the
Prep Test. There is no pass or fail, and no marks are awarded. The examiners comments will
cover some of the following:
Sense of pitch
Sense of rhythm
Control of tone
Listening skills and awareness
Other information
The Prep Test takes about 10 minutes.
The Tunes and two Songs should be performed from memory. Examiners may ask to look
at the music before or after the performance of a Song (a separate copy is not required: the
accompanists copy will suffice).
The examiner will be happy to play the piano accompaniments (in the printed key).
Alternatively, candidates can bring their own accompanist if they prefer.
Generally, there will be one examiner, although sometimes a second examiner may also be
present.
Details of dates, venues, fees and how to book a Prep Test are available online at www.abrsm.
org/exambooking.
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SINGING GRADES: requirements and information
This section provides a summary of the most important points that teachers and candidates need to
know when taking ABRSM graded Singing exams. Further details, as well as administrative
information relating to the exams, are given in ABRSMs Information & Regulations (available at
www.abrsm.org/regulations) which should be read before an exam booking is made.
Accompanied songs
Programme planning: In all grades, candidates must perform three Accompanied songs (as
well as an Unaccompanied traditional song: see p. 11).
In Grades 15, candidates choose one song from each of the three Lists, A, B and C. In Grades
13, there is a total maximum programme time for the accompanied songs that must be
observed: four minutes at Grade 1, five minutes at Grade 2, and six minutes at Grade 3.
In Grades 68, candidates choose one song from any three of the five Lists, A, B, C, D and E.
Every effort has been made to ensure the syllabus lists feature a broad range of repertoire, with
items to suit different voices and to appeal to candidates of differing ages and backgrounds. Not
every song will be suitable for every candidate due to vocal range, content (themes, lyrics) or
the wider context (historical, cultural, subject matter of the larger work from which it is drawn
etc.). It is advised that songs selected are considered carefully for their appropriateness to each
individual, which may require consultation between teachers and parents/guardians.
Languages: In all grades, all items may be sung either in their original language or in a singing
translation in any other language. The syllabus details the languages/singing translations for
all the listed editions (except for English-language songs that are published without singing
translations).
Keys: The syllabus details the published keys and vocal ranges for all items (except for those
items encompassing more than one key, for which only the vocal range is specified). Where the
syllabus cites more than one edition for a particular song, keys are listed for all editions, and,
where there are different keys, the edition in the highest key is presented first. The vocal range is
given for the first-listed edition only (unless there are slight variants in range between editions).
The vocal ranges are presented using the Helmholtz system, i.e.:
w w w
? w w
w w &
w w
C
C BB c
c bb c b c b c
c b c b c
All items may be sung by any voice and in any key, suited to the compass of the candidates
voice. Many songs are available published in different keys, and candidates/teachers may make
their own transpositions.
(continued overleaf)
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Singing grades: requirements and information
Exam music & editions: Whenever the syllabus requires a specific arrangement of a song,
the edition listed in the syllabus must be used in the exam; in such cases the arrangers name
is presented in bold type or the syllabus indicates this version only. For all other songs,
candidates may use any edition of their choice (in- or out-of-print or downloadable).
The listing of editions in this syllabus is given only for guidance and for the purposes of correct
identification and is not intended to be comprehensive since many of the syllabus items are
available in a large number of song collections and editions. The information on published keys,
vocal ranges and translations is likewise given for guidance.
Songs marked (F) or (M) contain words that indicate or suggest a female or male singer, but this
information need not be regarded as obligatory. Pronouns may be changed, at the candidates
discretion, as may other gender-specific words that are easily substituted.
Interpreting the score: Printed editorial suggestions such as phrasing, metronome marks,
realization of ornaments etc. need not be strictly observed. Whether the piece contains musical
indications or not, candidates are always encouraged to interpret the score in a stylistically
appropriate manner. Ultimately, examiners marking will be determined by consideration of
pitch, time, tone, shape and performance, and how control of these contributes to the overall
musical outcome.
Verses and repeats: Unless otherwise indicated in the syllabus, candidates should perform all
items complete, although they may omit repeats of sections where the music and words are
unchanged (and therefore little is added to the overall effect of the performance).
In verse/chorus songs, the choruses are required. All da capo and dal segno indications should
be observed, unless the syllabus specifies otherwise.
Singing from memory: All items in all grades must be sung from memory, except for items from
oratorios, cantatas and large-scale sacred works, where candidates are permitted to sing with
score, if they wish, in accordance with accepted performance practice.
Accompaniment: All songs in Lists A, B, C, D and E must be performed with a live piano
accompaniment. Candidates must provide their own accompanist, who may remain in the
exam room only while accompanying. The candidates teacher may act as accompanist
but candidates are not permitted to accompany themselves. The examiner will not act as an
accompanist (except in the Sight-singing test). If necessary, an accompanist may simplify any
part of the piano accompaniment, provided the result is musically satisfactory.
In a Grade 68 exam, the accompanist is permitted to bring a page-turner to assist with any
difficult page-turns in the piano part. Examiners are unable to help with page-turning.
Photocopies: Performing from unauthorized photocopies (or other kinds of copies) of copyright
editions is not allowed. ABRSM may withhold the exam result where it has evidence of an illegal
copy (or copies) being used. In the UK, copies may be used in certain limited circumstances
for full details, see the MPAs Code of Fair Practice at www.mpaonline.org.uk. In all other cases,
application should be made to the copyright holder before any copy is made, and evidence of
permission received should be brought to the exam.
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Singing grades: requirements and information
Unaccompanied traditional song (folk song)
In all grades, candidates are required to perform an unaccompanied traditional (folk) song of
their own choice, from memory. A traditional song is defined as a folk song originating among
the people of a region and forming part of their culture. Folk songs are essentially colloquial and
have no traceable composer, and they cover a broad range of topics, such as: the natural world
and the cycle of life; love and romance; work and relaxation; historical events; and situations of
hardship, suffering, inequality and rebellion.
The following genres are not suitable: hymns, carols, chants, plainsong; nursery rhymes;
national anthems; stylized folk song arrangements (i.e. that would rely on their piano
accompaniment for the full musical effect to be achieved).
The unaccompanied traditional song may be sung in any language. An English translation or
short summary should be provided for the examiner when words other than English are used.
The song may be sung in any key comfortable for the candidate, and, if required, the first note or
key-chord may be played on the piano to establish the pitch. The candidates unaccompanied
traditional song must be different from the accompanied songs performed in the same exam.
Candidates must ensure that the unaccompanied traditional song fulfils the following timings:
minimum maximum
Grades 14 1 minute 2 minutes
Grades 58 1 minute 3 minutes
Possible sources: There are no set songs for this part of the exam. Candidates are free to perform
any song from any source or publication at any grade (provided the guidelines above are
followed). The many available collections of traditional/folk songs include the following:
The ABRSM Songbook, Books 15 (ABRSM) (each album contains twelve unaccompanied
traditional songs)
Best of Folk Songs: 40 British, Irish and American Songs (available in melody-only and
accompanied editions: Schott ED 12881 or 12880)
Folk Songs of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales (Alfred VF1880)
Folk Voiceworks: 30 Traditional Songs (OUP)
The Language of Folk, Books 1 & 2 (Faber Music)
The Library of Folk Songs (Amsco AM 961521)
The New Penguin Book of English Folk Songs (Penguin Classics)
The New Scottish Song Book (Hardie Press HP14)
The Saltire Scottish Song Book (Hardie Press HP11)
A Selection of Collected Folk Songs, Vols 1 & 2, arr. Sharp & Vaughan Williams (Novello
NOV190038 or NOV190040)
Sing Together (available in melody-only and accompanied editions: OUP)
Strawberry Fair (Collins Music; formerly published by A & C Black)
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Singing grades: requirements and information
Sight-singing
Useful information: Candidates will be asked to sing a short piece of music which they have not
previously seen; this Sight-singing test will be accompanied by the examiner at the piano.
The tests for Grades 15 are printed without words and may be sung to any vowel (with or
without consonant) or to sol-fa. The tests for Grades 68 are printed with clear, simple and
singable words in English; candidates may use these or they may sing to any vowel or sol-fa, if
they prefer (the choice will not affect the marking).
Separate bass-clef versions of tests are available for all grades: candidates should let the
examiner know if they would prefer a bass-clef to a treble-clef test.
For practice purposes, two books of sample Sight-singing tests (Grades 15 and Grades 68) are
available, published by ABRSM.
Preparation: Candidates will be given half a minute in which to look through and, if they wish,
try out any part of the test (unaccompanied) before they are required to sing it for assessment.
The examiner will play the key-chord and starting note before the preparation time and again
before the actual assessment.
Accompaniments: None of the Sight-singing tests feature piano introductions and therefore
it is the candidate who starts the performance, setting his or her own pulse and shadowed
by the examiner at the piano. In Grades 1 and 2 the piano accompaniments are minimal
(occasional chords), with the top notes of the chords doubling the vocal line. In Grades 35
the accompaniments are slightly fuller, while in Grades 68 they are more akin to real song
accompaniments.
Parameters: The table on p.13 shows the introduction of elements at each grade. Please
note that these parameters are presented cumulatively, i.e. once introduced they apply for
all subsequent grades (albeit within a logical progression of difficulty). Rests are provided at
suitable breathing places and dynamic markings are printed above the vocalists stave. Italian
and English descriptors are used (the Italian terms relating to the requirements of ABRSMs
Music Theory grades).
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Grade Length Keys Time Vocal range Intervals in vocal part Other features that may be Texts
(bars) included
1 4 C, G & F 4/4 about a sixth, major/minor 2nds only h q iq None
majors within the range of: stepwise and diatonic f and p
& cd ? cd no repeated notes cresc. and dim. hairpins
2 D major 3/4 rising major/minor 3rds h. q. e
within tonic chord mf and mp
3 8 Bb major about an octave, rising and falling major/ iiiq
A minor within the range of: minor 3rds slowing of tempo at end
& cd ? cd cadential rising perfect
4ths
repeated notes
4 A & Eb majors 6/8 & b bd
? Bbd rising perfect 4ths semiquaver patterns,
E & D minors (or 4ths falling back to dotted rhythms
note of departure)
rising and falling octaves
5 E major perfect 5ths w
B & G minors falling perfect 4ths ties
phrase marks
6 810 Ab major & b be b
? Bbeb major/minor 6ths pp English
C minor occasional chromatic slurs (optional)
notes accents
7 F# minor occasional minor 7ths triplets
chromatic semitones semiquaver rests
staccato
slowing of tempo
followed by a tempo
pause sign
8 812 C# & F minors diminished 7ths ff
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Singing grades: requirements and information
Aural tests
The requirements are the same for all subjects. Full details of the Aural tests are given on pp.
8893.
In the exam
Examiners: Generally, there will be one examiner in the exam room; however, for training and
quality assurance purposes, a second examiner may sometimes be present. Examiners may ask
to look at the music (e.g. the accompanists score no additional copies are required) before or
after the performance of an accompanied song. Examiners may stop the performance of a song
when they have heard enough to form a judgment. They will not issue, or discuss, a candidates
result; instead, the mark form (and certificate for successful candidates) will be issued by ABRSM
after the exam.
Song list: Candidates should provide the examiner with a list of the songs they will be performing,
in particular the syllabus-number (e.g. A16) for each song in each list. Blank exam programme &
running order forms are provided on pp. 103109 and may be filled in for this purpose.
Order of the exam: The individual sections of the exam may be undertaken in any order, at the
candidates choice, although it is always preferable for accompanied songs to be performed
consecutively.
Performance: Candidates are advised to direct their performance towards the examiner (the
audience), who will be listening even when he/she has to look down to write.
Assessment
The tables on pp. 100101 show the marking criteria used by examiners. In each element of
the exam, ABRSM operates the principle of marking from the required pass mark positively or
negatively, rather than awarding marks by deduction from the maximum or addition from zero.
In awarding marks, examiners balance the extent to which the qualities and skills listed on pp.
100101 (broadly categorized by pitch, time, tone, shape and performance) are demonstrated
and contribute towards the overall musical outcome.
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GRADE 1
THREE ACCOMPANIED SONGS: from memory, one chosen by the candidate from each of the
three Lists, A, B and C (listed below), with a total maximum programme time of four minutes.
For further details see pages 9, 10 and 14.
ONE UNACCOMPANIED TRADITIONAL SONG: from memory, of the candidates own choice. For
further details see page 11.
SIGHT-SINGING: a short piece of previously unseen music, accompanied by the examiner at the
piano. For further details see pages 12 and 13.
AURAL TESTS FOR THE GRADE: administered by the examiner from the piano. For further
details see pages 88 and 89.
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LIST B
1 W. H. Anderson Omens of Spring: No. 2 from Omens of Spring.
F (de): W. H. Anderson Omens of Spring (Roberton 75286)
F: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 1 (ABRSM)
2 Anon. English Childrens Song of the Nativity (verses 14).
Ab (dbeb): arr. Vaughan Williams. No. 142 from The Oxford Book of Carols (OUP)
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LIST B (cont.)
3 Anon. French Nol nouvelet (Love is come again/Noel, sing Noel/Sing now Christ is born).
G min (de): arr. Shaw (first & last verses). No. 149 from The Oxford Book of Carols (OUP) (Fr/Eng)
G min: arr. Turnbull (verses 1 & 3). Singing Time! Grade 1 (Bosworth BOE005028) (Fr/Eng)
G min: arr. Barratt (verses 1 & 2). The ABRSM Songbook, Book 1 (ABRSM) (Fr/Eng)
4 Anon. German Quem pastores laudavere (Shepherds left their flocks a-straying/He whom shepherds
laud with praises) (verses 1 & 2).
F (cd): arr. Vaughan Williams. No. 79 from The Oxford Book of Carols (OUP) (Latin/Eng)
F: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 1 (ABRSM) (Latin/Eng)
F: Singing Time! Grade 1 (Bosworth BOE005028) (Latin)
F: arr. Pegler and Wedgwood. Its Never Too Late to Sing: Christmas (Faber) (Eng)
5 Beethoven Marmotte, Op. 52 No. 7.
A min (ee) or G min: No. 21 from Beethoven 30 Selected Songs (high or low) (Peters EP 731 or 732)
(Ger & Fr)
A min: No. 15 from Beethoven 67 Songs(verse 1) (Peters EP 180) (Ger & Fr)
A min: No. 10 from Beethoven Complete Songs, Vol. 1 (verse 1) (Henle HN 533) (Ger & Fr)
6 Brahms Die Nachtigall (The Nightingale).
G (gd) or F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 13 (high or medium-low)
(Peters EP 71761 or 71762) (Ger/Eng)
G: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 1 (ABRSM) (Ger/Eng)
G: Singing Time! Grade 1 (Bosworth BOE005028) (Eng)
G: No. 1 from Brahms Seven Childrens Songs (Roberton 75388) (Eng)
7 Brahms Marienwrmchen (Ladybird).
G (dd): No. 6 from Brahms Seven Childrens Songs (Roberton 75388) (Eng)
F or E: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 13 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP
71761 or 71762) (Ger/Eng)
F or Eb: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber) (Ger/Eng)
F: Songs for Countertenors, Vol. 3 (Thames TH978731) (Eng)
8 Children of Lewknor School The Osprey (omitting verses 2 & 3).
(dc#): No. 21 from Junior Voiceworks 1: 33 Songs for Children (OUP)
9 Dunhill The Frog. F (de): publ. separately (Banks YS 1486)
10 Dunhill Grandfather Clock.
G (de): publ. separately (Cramer UPS 213Banks)
G: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 1 (ABRSM)
11 Christopher Field The Lamb.
G (dd): publ. separately (Recital Music RM945)
G: No. 8 from Sixty-Second Songs, Book 1(Recital Music RM763)
12 Arthur Hamilton Sing a Rainbow: from Pete Kellys Blues.
F (ce): The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 1(ABRSM)*
Eb: arr. Marsh. Junior Songscape: Childrens Favourites (Faber)
13 Susie Hare Here I sit in my little wooden hutch (omitting verses 2 & 3, ending with the last-time
bars):No. 5 from Freddie the Fly. D (dd): (Kevin Mayhew 1450291)
14 Susie Hare Out in the garden (verses 1 & 3): No. 8 from Freddie the Fly.
D (db): Susie Hare Freddie the Fly (Kevin Mayhew 1450291)
D: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 1(ABRSM)*
15 Jenkyns The Crocodile.
G min (dd): publ. separately (Novello NOV160070)
G min: Singing Time! Grade 1 (Bosworth BOE005028)
G min: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 1 (ABRSM)
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LIST C
1 Arlen & Harburg Were off to see the wizard: from The Wizard of Oz.
C (ce): vocal selections (whistling may be omitted) (Alfred TSF0038)(NB: 70th Anniversary Deluxe
Songbook not suitable for exam use)
C: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 1 (ABRSM)*
C or Bb: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
2 Backer, Davis, Cook & Greenaway Id Like to Teach the World to Sing.
F (cc): No. 2 from Apusskidu (second edition) (Collins Music; formerly published by A & C Black)
3 Bart Where is love? (omitting repeat): from Oliver!
C (cd): film vocal selections (Lakeview Music LK56070)
C: stage vocal selections (to b. 31) (Lakeview Music LK56195)
C: No. 7 from vocal score (to fig. C) (Lakeview Music LK56088)
C: Stage & Screen The White Book (Wise AM92248)
C: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 1 (ABRSM)
4 I. Berlin Its a lovely day today: from Call me Madam.
Bb (cd) or Ab: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
5 Howard Blake Walking in the Air (omitting bb. 2852): from The Snowman.
D min (c# d): publ. separately (Chester CH77110)
D min: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 1 (ABRSM)
6 Debbie Campbell Ocean commotion (omitting verse 2): from Ocean Commotion. G min (bbd):
(Novello NOV720049)
7 Chaplin, Turner & Parsons Smile: from Modern Times.
F (cd): The Songs of Charlie Chaplin (Bourne IB419351)
F: Stage & Screen The Black Book (Wise AM92249)
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LIST C (cont.)
8 Churchill & Morey With a smile and a song: from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Bb (bb c): Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 2 (Hal Leonard HL00230031Music Sales)
9 Coombes & Edwards Lazy Coconut Tree (omitting verse 3).
G (ec): arr. Westcott. No. 18 from Ta-ra-ra boom-de-ay (Collins Music; formerly published by
A & C Black)
10 David, Hoffman & Livingston A dream is a wish your heart makes: from Cinderella.
G (bd): vocal selections (Hal Leonard HLD00359478Music Sales)
G: The New Illustrated Treasury of Disney Songs (6th edition) (Hal Leonard HL00313100Music Sales)
G: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 1 (ABRSM)
11 Harline & Washington Ive got no strings (this version only): from Pinocchio.
F (cc): Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 2 (Hal Leonard HL00230031Music Sales)
12 Charles K. Harris After the Ball.
G (de): 100 Years of Popular Music: 1900 (Faber)
G or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
F: arr. Blackwell. The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 1 (ABRSM)*
13 Joseph Horovitz & Michael Flanders Oh what a wonderful scene (ending at b. 39): from Captain
Noah and His Floating Zoo.
D (dd): No. 10 from vocal score (Novello NOV200135)
14 Mark & Helen Johnson Conkers! (omitting verses 1 & 3): from Songs for Every Season.
D (c# c#): Johnson Songs for Every Season (ending on 1st beat of Coda) (Out of the Ark Music)
D: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 1 (ABRSM)*
15 Mancini & Mercer Moon River: from Breakfast at Tiffanys.
C (cd): publ. separately (Famous Music FAM200266)
C: The Henry Mancini Collection (Hal Leonard HL00313522Music Sales)
16 Lin Marsh Pirates! (verses 1 & 2).
A min (cd): Junior Songscape: Earth, Sea and Sky (Faber)
A min: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 1 (ABRSM)*
17 Murray & Weston Im Henery the Eighth, I Am.
G (bb): No. 15 from Apusskidu (second edition) (Collins Music; formerly published by A & C Black)
18 Presley & Matson Love me tender (any two verses): from Love Me Tender.
G (dc): Stage & Screen The White Book (Wise AM92248)
19 M. Reynolds Morningtown Ride (omitting verses 2 & 3).
C (cd): arr. Marsh. Junior Songscape: Childrens Favourites (Faber)
20 Rodgers & Hammerstein Edelweiss (ending with 2nd-time bar): from The Sound of Music.
Bb (dc): vocal selections (revised edition) (Williamson HLW00312392)
Bb: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (Williamson HL00313207)
21 Rodgers & Hammerstein My Favorite Things: from The Sound of Music.
e/G (bc): vocal selections (revised edition) (Williamson HLW00312392)
e/G: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (Williamson HL00313207)
e/G: The Broadway Ingnue: 37 Theatre Songs for Soprano (Hal LeonardFaber)
e/G: Essential Audition Songs for Kids (Faber)
e/G: Musical Theatre Collection for Young Women Singers (Hal Leonard HLE90001476Music Sales)
e/G: Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 1 (Hal Leonard HL00230029Music Sales)
22 Richard & Robert Sherman Doll on a Music Box: from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
F (cd): musical selections (Alfred TSF0070)
F: stage selections (Alfred PFM0515)
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23 Richard & Robert Sherman Truly Scrumptious: from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
G (dd): musical selections (verse & childrens chorus) (Alfred TSF0070)
G: stage selections (verse & childrens chorus) (Alfred PFM0515)
G: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 1 (ABRSM)*
24 Richard & Robert Sherman Lets Go Fly a Kite: from Mary Poppins.
C (ce) or Bb: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
Bb: film vocal selections (not stage selections) (Hal Leonard HLD00360439Music Sales)
Bb: Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 1 (Hal Leonard HL00230029Music Sales)
Bb: The Graded Song Collection (Faber)
25 Vance & Pockriss Catch a falling star (low gs may be sung an 8ve higher).
C (g/cd): publ. separately (omitting repeat; solo line from b. 21) (Campbell Connelly & Co
CC11420)
C: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 1 (omitting verse 2) (ABRSM)*
26 Welch & Bennett Summer Holiday (ignoring 2nd part): from Summer Holiday.
F (cf): arr. Marsh. Junior Songscape (Faber)
27 Wrubel & Gilbert Zip-a-dee-doo-dah: from Song of the South.
Bb (bb d): Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 2 (Hal Leonard HL00230031Music Sales)
Bb: The New Illustrated Treasury of Disney Songs (6th edition) (Hal Leonard HL00313100Music Sales)
A: Kids Book of Vocal Solos (Hal Leonard HLE90001388Music Sales)
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GRADE 2
THREE ACCOMPANIED SONGS: from memory, one chosen by the candidate from each of the
three Lists, A, B and C (listed below), with a total maximum programme time of five minutes. For
further details see pages 9, 10 and 14.
ONE UNACCOMPANIED TRADITIONAL SONG: from memory, of the candidates own choice. For
further details see page 11.
SIGHT-SINGING: a short piece of previously unseen music, accompanied by the examiner at the
piano. For further details see pages 12 and 13.
AURAL TESTS FOR THE GRADE: administered by the examiner from the piano. For further
details see pages 88 and 89.
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LIST B
1 W. H. Anderson A Childs Prayer. E (c# e): publ. with B2 (Roberton 75261)
2 W. H. Anderson The Old Shepherds Prayer.
F min (eeb ): publ. with B1 (Roberton 75261)
D min: publ. separately (Roberton 1049)
3 W. H. Anderson The Sweet Nightingale.
D (de): publ. separately (Roberton 75332)
D: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 2 (ABRSM)
4 Anon. Basque Gabriels Message (The Angel Gabriel) (any two verses).
A min (ee): arr. Hargest Jones. Songs of Christmas (Boosey & Hawkes)
G min: arr. Pegler and Wedgwood. Its Never Too Late to Sing: Christmas (Faber)
5 Anon. Cornish Sans Day Carol (verses 1 & 3).
Eb (d eb): arr. Hargest Jones. Songs of Christmas (Boosey & Hawkes)
Eb or C: arr. Pegler. The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
6 Anon. English The Coventry Carol.
G min (f#d): arr. Shaw. No. 22 (2nd version) from The Oxford Book of Carols (OUP)
G min: arr. Shaw. Singing Time! Grade 2 (Bosworth BOE005029)
G min: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 2 (ABRSM)
7 Anon. Gaelic Morning has broken (verses 1 & 2) or Leanabh an aigh (Child in the manger) (verses 1 & 4).
D (de): arr. Turnbull. Singing Time! Grade 2 (Bosworth BOE005029) (Eng)
Db: No. 30 from Songs of Praise (OUP) (Eng)
Db: arr. Barratt. The ABRSM Songbook, Book 2 (ABRSM) (Scottish Gaelic/Eng)
8 Anon. Japanese Japanese Snow Song (Yuki) (omitting bb. 2442).
F (f
d) or Eb: arr. Brownsey and Lantz. No. 5 from Songs of the Far East for Solo Singers (medium-
high or medium-low) (Alfred 43490 or 43487) (Japanese & Eng)
9 Aubrey Beswick Twilight: No. 2 from Pick n Choose.
Eb (eb eb): Aubrey Beswick Pick n Choose 1 (Universal UE 16393)
Eb: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 2 (ABRSM)
10 Brahms Erlaube mir, feins Mdchen (My dear, into the garden permit me to go).
G (df#) or F: No. 2 from Brahms Deutsche Volkslieder, Vol. 1 (high or low) (IMC 1022 or 1115)
(Ger/Eng)
11 Davis, Onorati & Simeone The Little Drummer Boy (verses 1 & 3).
C/D (c c): Its Never Too Late to Sing: Christmas (Faber)
12 Eilers Bacak Dreamer.
G (bd): No. 24 from Junior Voiceworks 1: 33 Songs for Children (OUP)
13 Christopher Field The Swing: No. 4 from A Garland of Song.
D (dd): Christopher Field A Garland of Song (Recital Music RM910)
D: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 2 (ABRSM)*
14 Jenkyns The Little Spanish Town.
E min (d# e): publ. separately (upper part in final 11 bars) (Novello NOV160071)
E min: Singing Time! Grade 2 (upper part in final 11 bars) (Bosworth BOE005029)
E min: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 2 (ABRSM)
15 Lin Marsh The Cuckoo Clock: No. 1 from Serendipity Solos. F (ceb): (Faber)
16 Lin Marsh Earth, Sea and Sky.
F (cf
): Junior Songscape: Earth, Sea and Sky (any 2 verses; part 1 in final 4 bars) (Faber)
F or Eb: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
17 Lin Marsh Monsters!
A min (ee):The Graded Song Collection (Faber)
A min: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 2 (ABRSM)*
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LIST C
1 Bart Id do anything (solo adaptation only): from Oliver!
Bb (bb d): Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 1 (Hal Leonard HL00230029Music Sales)
Bb: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 2 (ABRSM)*
2 Aubrey Beswick Coconut Man: No. 4 from Pick n Choose.
F (ce/g): Aubrey Beswick Pick n Choose 1 (Universal UE 16393)
F: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 2 (ABRSM)
3 Brown & Freed Singin in the Rain: from Singin in the Rain.
G (dd): vocal selections (50th Anniversary Edition) (chorus only) (Alfred 26121)
G: arr. Marsh (part 1 in final 6 bars). Junior Songscape: Stage and Screen (Faber)
G: arr. Marsh. The Faber Music Theatre Songbook (Faber)
G: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 2 (ABRSM)*
G or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
4 Burke & van Heusen Busy Doing Nothing (chorus, any one verse, chorus and coda).
G (de): arr. Marsh. Junior Songscape: Childrens Favourites (Faber)
5 Churchill & Morey Love is a song that never ends (chorus only, once through, with suitable intro.):
from Bambi.
G (de): publ. separately (Campbell Connelly & Co. CC10505)
G: Stage & Screen The Black Book (Wise AM92249)
6 George M. Cohan Give my regards to Broadway (omitting bb. 536): from Little Johnny Jones.
G (dd): arr. Beck. No. 2 from Ready to Sing...Broadway (Alfred 35808)
7 Coots & Gillespie Santa Claus is Comin to Town (without repeat).
C (be): Its Never Too Late to Sing: Christmas (Faber)
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LIST C (cont.)
8 Dacre Daisy Bell (A Bicycle Built for Two) (verse 1). (M)
G (de): arr. Turner (upper line only). No. 22 from Best of Childrens Songs (Schott ED 12948)
G: 100 Years of Popular Music: 1900 (Faber)
G or F: arr. Pegler. The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
F: No. 11 from The National Songbook (Novello NOV492393)
9 Dicks & Rudge A Windmill in Old Amsterdam (omitting verse 3).
G (bb e): The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 2 (ABRSM)*
10 Fain & Lawrence (after Tchaikovsky) Once Upon a Dream: from Sleeping Beauty.
F (df): The New Illustrated Treasury of Disney Songs (6th edition) (Hal Leonard HL00313100
Music Sales)
11 Flanders & Swann The Hippopotamus (verses 1 & 2).
Bb (bb eb): The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 2 (ABRSM)*
A: No. 40 from Apusskidu: Songs for Children (second edition) (Collins Music; formerly published by
A & C Black)
A: arr. Marsh. Junior Songscape: Childrens Favourites (Faber)
G: The Songs of Michael Flanders & Donald Swann (Faber)
G: The Graded Song Collection (Faber)
12 Gay & Butler The sun has got his hat on: from Me and My Girl.
C (ce): arr. Marsh. Junior Songscape: Childrens Favourites (Faber)
13 Heneker Flash, Bang, Wallop!: from Half a Sixpence.
G (dd) or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low)(Faber)
F: arr. Marsh (omitting DS). Junior Songscape: Stage and Screen (Faber)
F: arr. Marsh (omitting DS). The Faber Music Theatre Songbook (Faber)
14 Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice Any Dream Will Do (omitting 4th11th bars on final page): from
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
A (ad): Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 1 (Hal Leonard HL00230029Music Sales)
15 Lin Marsh Something Spooky: No. 5 from Spooky Songs.
G min (dd): Lin Marsh Spooky Songs (Faber)
G min: Singing Sherlock, Book 2 (Boosey & Hawkes)
16 C. Porter True Love: from High Society.
G (cc): The Best of Cole Porter (Faber)
G: Cole Porter 100th Anniversary (Alfred VF1713)
G: No. 3 from Everlasting Voices (medium-high or medium-low) (Peters EP 72672a or 72672b)
17 Rodgers & Hammerstein Getting to know you: from The King and I.
C (ee): vocal selections (Williamson HLW00312227)
C: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (Williamson HL00313207)
A: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 3 (Hal LeonardFaber)
18 Rodgers & Hammerstein In my own little corner: from Cinderella. (F)
F (dd): The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (Williamson HL00313207)
F: The Broadway Ingnue: 37 Theatre Songs for Soprano (to end of p. 67) (Hal LeonardFaber)
F: Kids Book of Vocal Solos (Hal Leonard HLE90001388Music Sales)
F: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 3 (to end of p. 35) (Hal LeonardFaber)
F: Musical Theatre Collection for Young Women Singers (Hal Leonard HLE90001476Music Sales)
19 Betty Roe Poco Poppa Pizza and Mama Piccolo: from The Most Wanted Faces.
D (c#d): Songs from the Betty Roe Shows, Vol. 2 (Thames TH978633)
D: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 2 (ABRSM)
20 Peter Rose & Anne Conlon The Jaguar (omitting repeat): from Yanomamo.
D min (ae): vocal score (Weinberger)
D min: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 2 (ABRSM)*
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GRADE 3
THREE ACCOMPANIED SONGS: from memory, one chosen by the candidate from each of the
three Lists, A, B and C (listed below), with a total maximum programme time of six minutes. For
further details see pages 9, 10 and 14.
ONE UNACCOMPANIED TRADITIONAL SONG: from memory, of the candidates own choice. For
further details see page 11.
SIGHT-SINGING: a short piece of previously unseen music, accompanied by the examiner at the
piano. For further details see pages 12 and 13.
AURAL TESTS FOR THE GRADE: administered by the examiner from the piano. For further
details see pages 88 and 90.
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LIST A (cont.)
22 Trad. Welsh Llwyn Onn (The Ash Grove).
A (de
): arr. Hargest Jones. Caneuon Cymru (Boosey & Hawkes: piano accomp. available in Songs
of Wales) (Welsh) or Songs of Wales (Boosey & Hawkes) (Eng)
G (ce
): arr. Appleby and Fowler. No. 70 from Sing Together! (OUP) (Eng)
G (ce
): arr. Turnbull. Singing Time! Grade 3 (Bosworth BOE005030) (Eng)
G (ce
): arr. Barratt. The ABRSM Songbook, Book 3 (ABRSM) (Welsh/Eng)
F (bbd): arr. Hywel. Caneuon Enwog Cymru 1 (Famous Songs of Wales 1) (Gwynn Publishing 9020)
(Welsh/Eng)
LIST B
1 Anon. Japanese Uji River (omitting bb. 4362).
E min (de ) or D min: arr. Gray. No. 10 from Songs of the Far East for Solo Singers (medium-high or
medium-low) (Alfred 43490 or 43487) (Eng & Japanese)
2 Anon. Welsh The Gower Wassail.
B min (be ): arr. Hargest Jones (verses 1, 2 & 6). Songs of Christmas (Boosey & Hawkes)
B min or A min: arr. Pegler. The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
3 Beethoven Feuerfarb (Fire Colour), Op. 52 No. 2.
G (de ): No. 10 from Beethoven 67 Songs (verses 1 & 6) (Peters EP 180) (Ger)
G: No. 5 from Beethoven Complete Songs, Vol. 1 (verses 1 & 8) (Henle HN 533) (Ger)
F: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 3 (omitting verse 2) (ABRSM) (Ger/Eng)*
4 Dorothy Buchanan Peace Song (verses 1 & 2).
F min (cdb ): publ. separately (upper vocal line in chorus) (SOUNZ)
F min: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 3 (ABRSM)*
5 W. Davies God be in my head.
A (ed): No. 236 from Hymns Ancient & Modern New Standard (Hymns Ancient & Modern)
A: arr. Jenkins. Sing Solo Sacred (high or low) (OUP)
A: Singing Time! Grade 3 (Bosworth BOE005030)
A: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 3 (ABRSM)
6 Christopher Field Sea Shell: No. 5 from A Garland of Song. G (dd ): (Recital Music RM910)
7 Finzi Ferry me across the water, Op. 1 No. 7.
A min (ce ): 20th-Century Easy Song Collection (Boosey & Hawkes)
A min: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 3 (ABRSM)
8 Fuenllana De los lamos vengo (From the poplar groves I come).
F (f c
: treble clef) or D (da: bass clef): arr. Edwards. No. 15 from Changing Voices: Songs within
an octave for teenage male singers (Peters EP 72482) (Span)
9 Grieg To brune jne (Zwei braune Augen) (Two Brown Eyes), Op. 5 No. 1.
G (de ) or F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 13 (high or medium-low) (Peters
EP 71761 or 71762) (Dan/Ger/Eng)
G or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber) (Ger/Eng)
10 Jenkyns The Owls.
F min (cdb ): publ. separately (Novello NOV160069)
F min: Singing Time! Grade 3 (Bosworth BOE005030)
F min: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 3 (ABRSM)
11 Lin Marsh Butterfly: No. 4 from Serendipity Solos.
D (c#e ): Lin Marsh Serendipity Solos (Faber)
D or C: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
12 Lin Marsh Halloween Witches: No. 2 from Spooky Songs. E min (ac ): (Faber)
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LIST C
1 Adler & Ross Heart: from Damn Yankees.
F (cd ): arr. Beck. No. 3 from Ready to Sing...Broadway (Alfred 35808)
2 Arlen & Harburg If I Only Had a Brain: from The Wizard of Oz.
F (ce): vocal selections (any one character; chorus only, with suitable intro.) (Alfred TSF0038)
(NB: 70th Anniversary Deluxe Songbook not suitable for exam use)
F: The Harold Arlen Songbook (any one character; chorus only, with suitable intro.) (Hal Leonard
Faber)
F: arr. Beck. No. 6 from Ready to Sing...Broadway (Alfred 35808)
3 Burt Bacharach & Hal David Raindrops keep falling on my head: from Butch Cassidy and the
Sundance Kid.
F (ce): Stage & Screen The White Book (Wise AM92248)
D: No. 33 from The National Songbook 2 (Novello NOV492404)
4 Bart Who will buy?: from Oliver!
D min (dd ): film vocal selections (omitting repeat) (Lakeview Music LK56070)
D min: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 3 (omitting repeat) (ABRSM)*
C min: stage vocal selections (starting p. 104 with suitable intro. and ending before Sops/Baritones
entry) (Lakeview Music LK56195)
C min: No. 21 from vocal score (starting 1 bar before fig. J and ending before Rose Seller entry)
(Lakeview Music LK56088)
5 I. Berlin Lets Face the Music and Dance: from Follow the Fleet.
C (ce) or Bb: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
6 L. Bernstein My House: from Peter Pan.
(cf
): 20th-Century Easy Song Collection (Boosey & Hawkes)
(cf
): Leonard Bernstein Song Album (Boosey & Hawkes)
(cf
): The ABRSM Songbook, Book 3 (ABRSM)
7 Blane & Martin Have yourself a merry little Christmas.
Bb (bb eb ): Its Never Too Late to Sing: Christmas (Faber)
8 Leslie Bricusse & A. Newley The Candy Man: from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (omitting
repeats).
Db (ab eb ): Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 1 (Hal Leonard HL00230029Music Sales)
C: film vocal selections (omitting bb. 213; with suitable ending) (Hal Leonard HL00313181Music Sales)
9 Brown & Freed All I do is dream of you: from Singin in the Rain.
C (cd ): vocal selections (50th Anniversary Edition) (Alfred 26121)
C: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 3 (ABRSM)*
10 Carl Davis & Hiawyn Oram Ride Out the Storm: from The Mermaid.
E min (de ): Junior Songscape: Stage and Screen (Faber)
E min: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 3 (ABRSM)*
11 Fain & Webster The Deadwood Stage: from Calamity Jane.
Ab (ceb ): No. 1 from vocal score (from 4 bars before fig. 3 to fig. 7) (Faber)
Ab or G: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
G: Stage & Screen The White Book (omitting repeat) (Wise AM92248)
12 Gilkyson The Bare Necessities (verses 1 & 2): from The Jungle Book.
F (cd): The New Illustrated Treasury of Disney Songs (6th edition) (Hal Leonard HL00313100
Music Sales)
F: Stage & Screen The Black Book (Wise AM92249)
F: Singing Time! Grade 3 (Bosworth BOE005030)
13 Harline & Washington When you wish upon a star (omitting bb. 512): from Pinocchio.
C (g/bd ): Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 1 (Hal Leonard HL00230029Music Sales)
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14 Hart & Butler Nellie the Elephant (omitting verse 2 and ending with coda).
C min/C (bd ): arr. Marsh. Junior Songscape: Childrens Favourites (Faber)
C min/C: arr. Marsh. The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 3 (ABRSM)*
15 Kent & Burton The White Cliffs of Dover (chorus only, once through, with suitable intro.).
Eb (ebeb ): Ill Be Seeing You...Songs of World War II (IMP)
16 Lerner & Loewe Wouldnt it be Loverly?: from My Fair Lady.
G (de ) or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
F: vocal selections (F major section only; ending in 1st-time bar) (Faber)
F: The Broadway Ingnue: 37 Theatre Songs for Soprano (Hal LeonardFaber)
F: Essential Audition Songs for Kids (Faber)
F: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 3 (Hal LeonardFaber)
17 Alan Menken & Howard Ashman Beauty and the Beast: from Beauty and the Beast.
F (ad ): arr. Marsh. The Faber Music Theatre Songbook (Faber)
18 Rodgers & Hammerstein Its a grand night for singing (omitting the Interlude): from State Fair.
G (de ): vocal selections(Williamson HLW00312403)
19 Rodgers & Hammerstein I whistle a happy tune: from The King and I. (whistling section may be
vocalized)
Bb (dd ): vocal selections (Williamson HLW00312227)
Bb: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (Williamson HL00313207)
Bb: Kids Book of Vocal Solos (Hal Leonard HLE90001388Music Sales)
Bb: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 2 (revised edition) (Hal LeonardFaber)
20 Rodgers & Hart Blue Moon (starting at chorus (Blue moon), once through, with suitable intro.).
Eb (dbc ): Essential Ella: 20 Ella Fitzgerald Classics (Faber)
Eb: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 3 (ABRSM)*
21 Betty Roe Im learning to read: from The Banky Field. (M)
(deb): Songs from the Betty Roe Shows, Vol. 2 (Thames TH978633)
(deb): The ABRSM Songbook, Book 3 (ABRSM)
22 Betty Roe Orrible Little Blue-Eyes: from The Barnstormers. (F)
G (de ): Songs from the Betty Roe Shows, Vol. 1 (Thames TH978632)
G: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 3 (ABRSM)
23 Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones Try to remember (any two verses): from The Fantasticks.
G (bd ): publ. separately (Faber)
G: arr. Beck. No. 11 from Ready to Sing...Broadway (Alfred 35808)
24 Richard & Robert Sherman Chim Chim Cher-ee: from Mary Poppins.
D min (de ) or C min: The Best of Singing, Grades 13 (high or low) (Faber)
C min: film vocal selections (not stage selections) (Hal Leonard HLD00360439Music Sales)
C min: Stage & Screen The Black Book (Wise AM92249)
C min: Junior Songscape: Stage and Screen (part 1 from b. 45) (Faber)
C min: arr. Marsh. The Faber Music Theatre Songbook (Faber)
25 Richard & Robert Sherman Feed the birds: from Mary Poppins.
(g/bd): film vocal selections (not stage selections) (Hal Leonard HLD00360439Music Sales)
(g/bd): Kids Book of Vocal Solos (Hal Leonard HLE90001388Music Sales)
(g/bd): Musical Theatre Collection for Young Women Singers (Hal Leonard HLE90001476Music
Sales)
(g/bd): Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 1 (Hal Leonard HL00230029Music Sales)
26 Lucy Simon & Marsha Norman The Girl I Mean to Be: from The Secret Garden. (F)
Eb (ab c): vocal selections (Alfred VF1792)
Eb: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 3 (ABRSM)*
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LIST C (cont.)
27 Lucy Simon & Marsha Norman Round-Shouldered Man: from The Secret Garden.
(bbd#): vocal selections (Alfred VF1792)
(bb/fe): arr. Beck. No. 9 from Ready to Sing...Broadway (Alfred 35808)
28 Charles Strouse & Martin Charnin Maybe: from Annie.
Bb (bb d): Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 1 (omitting 2nd repeat) (Hal Leonard HL00230029
Music Sales)
Bb: The Graded Song Collection (Faber)
Ab: More Audition Songs for Kids (Wise AM966636)
29 Weiss, Peretti & Creatore Cant Help Falling in Love.
Eb (bb d ): Stage & Screen The White Book (Wise AM92248)
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GRADE 4
THREE ACCOMPANIED SONGS: from memory, one chosen by the candidate from each of the
three Lists, A, B and C (listed below). For further details see pages 9, 10 and 14.
ONE UNACCOMPANIED TRADITIONAL SONG: from memory, of the candidates own choice. For
further details see page 11.
SIGHT-SINGING: a short piece of previously unseen music, accompanied by the examiner at the
piano. For further details see pages 12 and 13.
AURAL TESTS FOR THE GRADE: administered by the examiner from the piano. For further
details see pages 88 and 90.
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LIST A (cont.)
6 T. Ford Since first I saw your face (first & last verses).
E (ee) or C: English Songs: Renaissance to Baroque (high or low) (Hal Leonard HL40018 or
HL40019Music Sales)
Eb: arr. Diack. The 100 Best Short Songs, Book 4 (Paterson PAT00604)
Eb: arr. Macfarren. Singing Time! Grade 4 (Bosworth BOE005169)
Eb or C: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP
71763 or 71764)
D: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM)
C: No. 49 from English Lute Songs, Book 1 (Stainer & Bell B616)
7 Giordani Caro mio ben (Dearest and best/Ah dearest love).
F (eg) or Db: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 1 (high or low) (ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
Eb or D: No. 28 from 30 Italian Songs and Arias of the 17th & 18th Centuries (medium-high or medium-
low) (Peters EP 7743a or 7743b) (Ital/Eng)
Eb or C: The Language of Song: Elementary (high or low) (Faber) (Ital)
Eb or C: No. 23 from 26 Italian Songs and Arias (medium-high or medium-low) (Alfred 3402 or 3403)
(Ital/Eng)
Eb or C: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber) (Ital/Eng)
8 Howard Goodall The Lord is my shepherd (Psalm 23) (Theme from The Vicar of Dibley). F (cd ):
publ. separately (Faber)
9 Gounod Ave, Regina Coelorum (Hail, Queen of Heaven).
G (f#f# ): arr. P. Wagner. P. 20 from Marian Hymns, Vol. 2 (Brenreiter BA 9268) (Latin)
F: arr. Field. The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 4 (ABRSM) (Latin/Eng)*
10 Handel Non lo dir col labbro (Silent Worship, arr. Somervell): from Tolomeo, HWV 25.
A (ef#) or F: The Language of Song: Elementary (high or low) (Faber) (Ital)
G: publ. separately (Roberton 75364) (Eng)
G: Celebrated Songs, Book 1 (Chester CH55317) (Eng)
G: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM) (Eng/Ital)
G or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber) (Eng)
11 arr. H. Hughes Down by the salley gardens. (M)
Db (dbeb ): Irish Country Songs (highlights edition) (Boosey & Hawkes)
12 Lully Bois pais (Cast your shade/Sombre Woods) (with repeat): from Amadis.
F (df): arr. Holloway. Celebrated Songs, Book 1 (Chester CH55317) (Fr)
F or Eb: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP
71763 or 71764) (Fr/Eng)
F or D: The Language of Song: Elementary (high or low) (Faber) (Fr)
Eb: arr. Diack. The 100 Best Short Songs, Book 4 (once through) (Paterson PAT00604) (Eng)
13 Parry Jerusalem.
D (be ): Its Never Too Late to Sing: Songbook (Faber)
14 Purcell Love quickly is palld: from Timon of Athens, Z. 632.
A (eg# ) or F: Purcell 15 Songs and Airs, Set 2 (high or low) (Novello NOV170265 or NOV170266)
A or F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP
71763 or 71764)
G or D: No. 8 from Everlasting Voices (medium-high or medium-low) (Peters EP 72672a or 72672b)
F: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM)
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LIST B
1 R. R. Bennett Clock-a-clay (Marienkfer): No. 4 from The Insect World.
G (de): R. R. Bennett The Insect World (Universal UE 14167) (Eng/Ger)
G: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM) (Eng)
2 Brahms Sandmnnchen (The Little Sandman) (any two verses).
A (ef# ) or G: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low)
(Peters EP 71763 or 71764) (Ger/Eng)
G: Singing Time! Grade 4 (Bosworth BOE005169) (Ger/Eng)
3 Britten A New Year Carol: No. 5 from Friday Afternoons, Op. 7.
Eb (eb eb ): vocal score (Boosey & Hawkes)
Eb: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM)
4 arr. Copland Long Time Ago: No. 3 from Old American Songs, First Set.
C (g g), Bb or G: Copland Old American Songs, Complete (high, medium/original or low) (Boosey &
Hawkes)
Ab: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM)
5 C. Cui Tsarskoselskaya statuya (The Statue at Czarskoe-Selo), Op. 57 No. 7.
Db (db eb ): The First Book of Mezzo-Soprano/Alto Solos (G. Schirmer GS81174) (Russ Cyrillic/Eng)
Db or C: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber) (Russ Cyrillic/Russ/Eng)
6 Dray The Virgins Cradle Hymn Dormi, Jesu.
(be): The Boosey & Hawkes Song Collection, Vol. 2 (Boosey & Hawkes) (Latin)
7 Christopher Field Over hill, over dale: No. 7 from A Garland of Song. Bb (c eb): (Recital Music
RM910)
8 Christopher Field Sleep, little babe, I love thee: from Slumber Songs of the Madonna. (F)
F min (cf): 20th-Century Easy Song Collection (Boosey & Hawkes)
9 Finzi The lily has a smooth stalk, Op. 1 No. 1.
F min (cf): 20th-Century Easy Song Collection (Boosey & Hawkes)
10 A. Gibbs Dusk.
F (ceb ): 20th-Century Easy Song Collection (Boosey & Hawkes)
11 Grieg Ave, maris stella (Hail, of seas the bright star).
F (d d): P. 58 from Marian Hymns, Vol. 2 (verses 14 only, ending with Amen) (Brenreiter BA 9268)
(Latin)
F: arr. Field. The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 4 (ABRSM) (Latin/Eng)*
12 Grieg Med en Primula veris (Mit einer Primula veris) (With a Primrose/The First Primrose), Op. 26 No. 4.
Gb (db gb ) or E: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low)
(Peters EP 71763 or 71764) (Nor/Ger/Eng)
F: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM) (Nor/Eng)
13 C. Le Fleming A Smugglers Song.
E min (d d): publ. separately (OUP)
E min: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM)
14 Mozart Die Zufriedenheit (Happiness/Contentment), K. 473.
G (be ) or F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters
EP 71763 or 71764) (Ger/Eng)
G or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber) (Ger/Eng)
G: Singing Time! Grade 4 (Bosworth BOE005169) (Ger/Eng)
15 Poston The Dormouses Carol.
D min (d d): publ. separately (Curwen JC72356)
D min: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM)
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LIST C
1 Arlen & Harburg Over the Rainbow (original Arlen version only): from The Wizard of Oz.
Eb (cf ): vocal selections (chorus only) (Alfred TSF0038)(NB: 70th Anniversary Deluxe Songbook
not suitable for exam use)
Eb: The Harold Arlen Songbook (chorus only) (Hal LeonardFaber)
Eb: Stage & Screen The Black Book (Wise AM92249)
Eb: Essential Audition Songs for Kids (starting b. 25) (Faber)
Eb or C: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber)
Eb: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 4 (Chorus only) (ABRSM)*
D: arr. Marsh. Junior Songscape (Faber)
2 Bart Consider yourself: from Oliver!
Bb (cf): film vocal selections (Lakeview Music LK56070)
Bb: Singing Time! Grade 4 (Bosworth BOE005169)
Bb: Stage & Screen The White Book (Wise AM92248)
A: Essential Audition Songs for Kids (Faber)
G: stage vocal selections (up to key-change) (Lakeview Music LK56195)
G: No. 9 from vocal score (to fig. J) (Lakeview Music LK56088)
G: arr. Marsh. Junior Songscape (Faber)
G: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM)
3 I. Berlin Cheek to Cheek: from Top Hat.
C (be) or Bb: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber)
4 L. Bernstein Peter, Peter: from Peter Pan. (F)
G (cg): 20th-Century Easy Song Collection (Boosey & Hawkes)
G: Leonard Bernstein Song Album (Boosey & Hawkes)
5 L. Bernstein & Stephen Sondheim I feel pretty (without repeat): from West Side Story. (F)
F (cg): publ. separately (Boosey & Hawkes)
F: vocal selections (new edition) (Boosey & Hawkes)
F: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM)
6 L. Bernstein & Stephen Sondheim One Hand, One Heart (without repeat): from West Side Story.
Eb (eb eb): publ. separately (Boosey & Hawkes)
Eb: Singing Time! Grade 4 (Bosworth BOE005169)
Eb: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM)
D: vocal selections (new edition) (up to key-change) (Boosey & Hawkes)
7 Bock & Harnick Matchmaker: from Fiddler on the Roof.
F (cf): vocal selections (Wise AM39520)
F: Stage & Screen The Black Book (Wise AM92249)
8 Leslie Bricusse & A. Newley Pure Imagination: from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory/Charlie
and the Chocolate Factory.
Eb (bb f): film vocal selections(omitting repeat) (Hal Leonard HL00313181Music Sales)
D: stage vocal selections(ending b. 37) (Hal Leonard HL00144980Music Sales)
9 Brown & Freed You Were Meant for Me: from Singin in the Rain.
F (ceb): vocal selections (50th Anniversary Edition) (Alfred 26121)
10 Fain & Webster My Secret Love: from Calamity Jane.
Eb (bb eb): Stage & Screen The White Book (refrain only) (Wise AM92248)
Eb: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 4 (from b. 19) (ABRSM)*
D: No. 23 from vocal score (figs 26 only) (Faber)
11 Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens How Lucky You Are: from Seussical the Musical.
F (cf): vocal selections (Alfred 0484B)
F (df): arr. Beck (upper line in bb. 2325 & 4041). No. 4 from Ready to Sing...Broadway (Alfred 35808)
F (df): arr. Beck (upper line in bb. 2325 & 4041). The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 4(ABRSM)*
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12 Gilbert & Sullivan Softly sighing to the river: from The Pirates of Penzance.
Eb (ebeb ): arr. Field. The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 4 (ABRSM)*
13 Elton John & Tim Rice Circle of Life (once through; this version only): from The Lion King.
A (be): arr. Marsh (melody line). Songscape: Stage and Screen (Faber)
A: arr. Marsh. The Faber Music Theatre Songbook (Faber)
14 Kern & I. Gershwin Long ago and far away: from Cover Girl.
G (cf): The Essential Jerome Kern Song Book (Wise AM81506)
F: The Definitive Jazz Collection (2nd edition) (refrain only) (Hal LeonardFaber)
F: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 4 (ABRSM)
15 Lerner & Loewe Get me to the church on time: from My Fair Lady. (M)
G (bd): vocal selections (omitting bb. 111 & verse 4 and ending on p. 77; with suitable intro. and
ending) (Faber)
G: The Graded Song Collection (Faber)
16 Andrew Lloyd Webber & Jim Steinman Whistle down the wind: from Whistle Down the Wind.
D (d d ): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 3 (Hal LeonardFaber)
17 Alan Menken & Stephen Schwartz Colors of the Wind: from Pocahontas.
D (ad ) Musical Theatre Collection for Young Women Singers (starting at Moderately (b. 9) and
omitting bb. 3957) (Hal Leonard HLE90001476Music Sales)
18 Meyer, Leslie & Goetz For Me and My Gal: from For Me and My Gal.
G (c# d ): 100 Years of Popular Music: 1900 (verse 1) (Faber)
G or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber)
19 Tim Minchin Naughty (omitting bb. 54130): from Matilda.
F (ad ): vocal selections (Wise AM1005642)
F: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 4 (ABRSM)*
20 I. Novello Fly Home, Little Heart (omitting 1st refrain and verse 2): from Kings Rhapsody.
Eb (bbeb ): Ivor Novello Song Album (Faber)
21 Parker & Charles Well Meet Again.
G (c# d ): Ill Be Seeing You...Songs of World War II (IMP)
G: The Graded Song Collection (Faber)
G: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 4 (ABRSM)*
22 C. Porter Evry time we say goodbye.
Eb (d f): Essential Ella: 20 Ella Fitzgerald Classics (starting at Refrain, with suitable intro.) (Faber)
Eb: The Best of Cole Porter (starting at Refrain, with suitable intro.) (Faber)
C: Its Never Too Late to Sing: Songbook (ending b. 35) (Faber)
23 Rodgers & Hammerstein Hello, young lovers: from The King and I.
D (bd ): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 1 (revised edition) (Hal Leonard
Faber)
C: vocal selections (Williamson HLW00312227)
C: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (Williamson HL00313207)
24 Rodgers & Hammerstein The Sound of Music: from The Sound of Music.
G (ee): The Broadway Ingnue: 37 Theatre Songs for Soprano (Hal LeonardFaber)
F: vocal selections (revised edition) (Williamson HLW00312392)
F: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (Williamson HL00313207)
F: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 2 (revised edition) (Hal LeonardFaber)
25 Rodgers & Hammerstein The Surrey with the Fringe on Top (omitting bb. 520; verse 1 or 2, once
through): from Oklahoma!
G (c# d): vocal selections (Williamson HLW00312292)
G: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (Williamson HL00313207)
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LIST C (cont.)
26 Stephen Sondheim Comedy Tonight: from A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
G (ae/g) or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber)
G: arr. Marsh (melody line bb. 4448). Songscape: Stage and Screen (Faber)
G: The Stephen Sondheim Collection (Hal Leonard HL00313531Music Sales)
27 Warren & Dubin Lullaby of Broadway (omitting repeat): from 42nd Street.
C/F (c d): arr. Beck. No. 8 from Ready to Sing...Broadway (Alfred 35808)
28 Wells & Torm Christmas Song (Merry Christmas to you).
Eb (deb): Its Never Too Late to Sing: Christmas (Faber)
29 Frank Wildhorn & Leslie Bricusse No One Knows Who I Am: from Jekyll & Hyde.
G min (c d): vocal selections (Cherry Lane Music Company CLM02502211)
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GRADE 5
THREE ACCOMPANIED SONGS: from memory, one chosen by the candidate from each of the
three Lists, A, B and C (listed below). For further details see pages 9, 10 and 14.
ONE UNACCOMPANIED TRADITIONAL SONG: from memory, of the candidates own choice. For
further details see page 11.
SIGHT-SINGING: a short piece of previously unseen music, accompanied by the examiner at the
piano. For further details see pages 12 and 13.
AURAL TESTS FOR THE GRADE: administered by the examiner from the piano. For further
details see pages 88 and 91.
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LIST A (cont.)
8 Franck Panis angelicus.
B (a#g#), A, G or F: (Ashdown EA12545B, EA12545A, EA12545C or EA12545D) (Latin/Eng)
A or F: arr. Jenkins. Sing Solo Sacred (high or low) (OUP) (Latin/Eng)
G or F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP
71763 or 71764) (Latin/Eng)
G or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber) (Latin/Eng)
9 Handel Dove sei? (Art thou troubled?/Can you hear me?/Oh, where are you?/O, where art thou?):
from Rodelinda, HWV 19.
Ab (ebab) or F: publ. separately (Novello NOV170006 or NOV170007) (Eng)
G or E: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP
71763 or 71764) (Ital/Eng)
F or E: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber) (Ital/Eng)
E: Handel 45 Arias from Operas and Oratorios, Vol. 3 (low) (IMC 1698) (Ital)
E: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
10 Handel Whereer you walk: from Semele, HWV 58.
Bb (fg): publ. separately (Novello NOV170218)
Bb or G: English Songs: Renaissance to Baroque (high or low) (Hal Leonard HL40018 or HL40019
Music Sales)
Bb or F: Handel 45 Arias from Operas and Oratorios, Vol. 1 (high or low) (IMC 1693 or 1694)
Bb or F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP
71763 or 71764)
Bb: No. 3 from Sing Solo Tenor (OUP)
G: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM)
11 arr. Mark Hayes The water is wide.
(eg), (df ) or (ac): Folk Songs for Solo Singers, Vol. 2 (high, medium-high or medium-low)
(Alfred 41547, 16300 or 16301)
12 arr. Holloway O can ye sew cushions?
F (cf): Celebrated Songs, Book 1 (Chester CH55317)
13 Monk & Lyte Abide with me (omitting verse 4).
Eb (ceb): arr. Wedgwood. Its Never Too Late to Sing: Songbook (Faber)
14 T. Morley It was a lover and his lass.
G (gg): Shakespeare Song Album (Boosey & Hawkes)
G or D: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP
71763 or 71764)
F or D: English Songs: Renaissance to Baroque (high or low) (Hal Leonard HL40018 or HL40019Music
Sales)
D: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM)
15 Mozart Lho perduta, me meschina!: from Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492. (F)
F min (ff
): No. 23 from vocal score (G. Schirmer GS33772) (Ital/Eng)
F min: Grandi Operisti per Giovani Cantanti per Soprano (Ricordi NR 13760000) (Ital)
16 Purcell Fairest isle (Venuss Song): from King Arthur, Z. 628.
Ab (ebgb) or F: Purcell 40 Songs (high or low) (IMC 2071 or 2072)
Ab or F: Purcell 15 Songs and Airs, Set 1 (high or low) (Novello NOV170263 or NOV170264)
Ab: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP 71763
or 71764)
G or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber)
G: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 5 (ABRSM)*
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17 Purcell I attempt from loves sickness to fly: from The Indian Queen, Z. 630.
A (d#f#
): arr. Holloway. Celebrated Songs, Book 3 (Chester CH55319)
A or G: Purcell 15 Songs and Airs, Set 1 (high or low) (Novello NOV170263 or NOV170264)
A or F: publ. separately (omitting repeat) (high or low) (IMC 1922 or 1923)
A or F: Purcell 40 Songs (omitting repeat) (high or low) (IMC 2071 or 2072)
Ab or F: English Songs: Renaissance to Baroque (omitting repeat) (high or low) (Hal Leonard HL40018
or HL40019Music Sales)
G: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM)
G (c#e/g): Purcell Songs, Book 3 (Stainer & Bell B383)
F: arr. Diack. The 100 Best Short Songs, Book 4 (Paterson PAT00604)
18 John Rutter A Gaelic Blessing.
D (df#) or C: Oxford Solo Songs: Sacred (high or low) (OUP)
C: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 5 (ABRSM)*
19 arr. John Rutter O can ye sew cushions?: No. 2 from Three Folk-Songs for Upper Voices. D (dd):
(OUP)
20 A. Scarlatti Le Violette (Rugiadose, odorose): from Il Pirro e Demetrio.
Bb (fg) or Eb: 24 Italian Songs and Arias (medium-high or medium-low) (G. Schirmer GS26114 or
GS26115) (Ital/Eng)
A or F: No. 9 from 26 Italian Songs and Arias (medium-high or medium-low) (Alfred 3402 or 3403)
(Ital/Eng)
A or E: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 2 (high or low) (ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
G: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
21 arr. Ruth Elaine Schram Go way from my window.
(cg), (bf#) or (ae): Folk Songs for Solo Singers, Vol. 2 (high, medium-high or medium-low)
(Alfred 41547, 16300 or 16301)
22 arr. Ruth Elaine Schram Hes gone away. (F)
(dg #), (cf#) or (ad#): Folk Songs for Solo Singers, Vol. 2 (high, medium-high or medium-low)
(Alfred 41547, 16300 or 16301)
23 Vivaldi Vieni, vieni o mio diletto (Come, oh come).
B min (df #): arr. Holloway. Celebrated Songs, Book 2 (observing repeats) (Chester CH55318) (Ital)
B min: No. 3 from Vivaldi Four Arias (observing repeats) (IMC 1203) (Ital)
B min: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
B min or G min: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 2 (high or low) (ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
LIST B
1 Jn sgeirsson Vor hinsti dagur (Our final day).
E min (eg) or C min: Icelandic Art Songs, First Collection (high or low) (salg Music) (Ice/Eng)
2 Beethoven Mailied (Maigesang), Op. 52 No. 4 (omitting bb. 3975).
Eb (eb eb) or D: No. 9 from Beethoven 30 Selected Songs (high or low) (Peters EP 731 or 732) (Ger)
Eb: No. 12 from Beethoven 67 Songs (Peters EP 180) (Ger)
Eb: No. 7 from Beethoven Complete Songs, Vol. 1 (Henle HN 533) (Ger)
3 R. R. Bennett The Birds Lament (Der Vgel Klage): No. 1 from The Aviary.
A (c#e): R. R. Bennett The Aviary (Universal UE 14168) (Eng/Ger)
A: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM) (Eng)
4 Chausson Hb, Op. 2 No. 6.
(ed): The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 5 (ABRSM) (Fr/Eng)*
(dc) or (ba): No. 18 from Changing Voices: Songs within an octave for teenage male singers
(Peters EP 72482) (Fr)
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LIST B (cont.)
5 arr. Copland Simple Gifts: No. 4 from Old American Songs, First Set.
Bb (ff
), Ab or F: Copland Old American Songs, Complete (high, medium/original or low) (Boosey
& Hawkes)
Ab: 20th-Century Easy Song Collection (Boosey & Hawkes)
Ab: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM)
6 Dunhill The Cloths of Heaven, Op. 30 No. 3. Eb (ebg) or C: publ. separately (Stainer & Bell H183 or
SS15)
7 Dvork Jsem jako lpa koat (Like to a linden tree), Op. 31 No. 3.
F (df): The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM) (Czech/Eng)
F: Celebrated Songs, Book 1 (Chester CH55317) (Eng)
8 Elwyn-Edwards Sweet Suffolk owl (Dylluan Deg). F (df ): publ. separately (Gwynn Publishing
80229) (Eng/Welsh)
9 Christopher Field Fall, leaves, fall: No. 8 from A Garland of Song.
C min (deb ): Christopher Field A Garland of Song (Recital Music RM910)
C min: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 5 (ABRSM)*
10 Finzi Boy Johnny, Op. 1 No. 10.
G (de /g
): 20th-Century Easy Song Collection (Boosey & Hawkes)
11 Grieg Jeg elsker Dig (Ich liebe Dich) (I Love but Thee/I love you), Op. 5 No. 3.
C (ef): Grieg Centenary Song Album (Peters EP 7958) (Dan/Ger/Eng)
C or Bb: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP
71763 or 71764) (Dan/Ger/Eng)
Bb: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM) (Dan/Eng)
12 Ian Higginson Fear no more the heat o the sun.
E min (de ): Shakespeare Song Album (Boosey & Hawkes)
E min: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM)
13 Howells Girls Song, Op. 22 No. 4. (F)
G (de ): 20th-Century Easy Song Collection (Boosey & Hawkes)
14 Ireland Spring Sorrow.
Ab (ebf ) or F: Art Song in English (high or low) (Boosey & Hawkes)
F: The Boosey & Hawkes Song Collection, Vol. 2 (Boosey & Hawkes)
F: Ireland The Complete Works for Voice & Piano, Vol. 4 (Stainer & Bell B599)
F: A Heritage of 20th-Century British Song, Vol. 3 (Boosey & Hawkes)
F or Eb: No. 7 from Everlasting Voices (medium-high or medium-low) (Peters EP 72672a or 72672b)
15 Kaldalns Mamma tlar a sofna (Mother).
F (cdb ) or Eb: Icelandic Art Songs, First Collection (high or low) (salg Music) (Ice/Eng)
16 Keel Trade Winds: No. 2 from Three Salt-Water Ballads.
Eb (bbeb ): publ. separately (Boosey & Hawkes)
Eb: Keel Three Salt-Water Ballads (Boosey & Hawkes)
Eb: The Boosey & Hawkes Song Collection, Vol. 2 (Boosey & Hawkes)
Eb: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM)
17 Alexander LEstrange She walks in beauty: from Loves Philosophy. (M)
G (dd ): Alexander LEstrange Loves Philosophy (Faber)
G or F: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber)
18 Lin Marsh Windy Weather: No. 8 from Serendipity Solos.
G min (dg ): Lin Marsh Serendipity Solos (Faber)
F min or E min: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber)
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LIST C
Benny Andersson & Bjrn Ulvaeus Slipping through my fingers (bb. 147 only, omitting repeat): from
1
Mamma Mia!
(ac): vocal selections (Wise AM959464)
(ac): The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 5 (ABRSM)*
2 Arlen & Koehler Stormy Weather (Keeps Rainin All the Time) (omitting interlude): from Cotton Club
Parade of 1933.
G (cd): The Harold Arlen Songbook (Hal LeonardFaber)
G: The Definitive Jazz Collection (2nd edition) (Hal LeonardFaber)
3 Ayer & Grey If you were the only girl in the world (any one verse): from The Bing Boys Are Here. (M)
Eb (cf): 100 Years of Popular Music: 1900 (Faber)
4 L. Bernstein, Comden & Green A little bit in love: from Wonderful Town.
F (cc#): vocal selections (omitting bb. 1134) (Boosey & Hawkes)
F: The Graded Song Collection (omitting bb. 116) (Faber)
5 Blane & Martin The Trolley Song: from Meet Me in St Louis.
Eb (deb): 100 Years of Popular Music: 40s Vol. 1 (Faber)
Eb or Db: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber)
6 Bock & Harnick Sunrise, sunset: from Fiddler on the Roof.
G min (deb): vocal selections (Wise AM39520)
G min: Stage & Screen The Black Book (Wise AM92249)
G min: arr. Marsh (melody line from b. 37). Songscape: Stage and Screen (Faber)
G min: arr. Marsh. The Faber Music Theatre Songbook (Faber)
7 Brooks, Fats Waller & Razaf Aint misbehavin: from Aint Misbehavin.
Eb (ebf ): The Definitive Jazz Collection (2nd edition) (Hal LeonardFaber)
C: Stage & Screen The White Book (Wise AM92248)
8 Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens Alone in the Universe (ending b. 57): from Seussical the Musical.
G/E (be): vocal selections(Alfred 0484B)
9 N. Gay Leaning on a lamp-post: from Me and My Girl. (M)
C (ce): arr. Booth. Vocal selections (Music Sales NG10014)
Bb (deb): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Baritone/Bass Vol. 2 (first four pages only) (Hal
LeonardFaber)
10 G. Gershwin, I. Gershwin & DeSylva Ill Build a Stairway to Paradise (omitting repeats): from George
Whites Scandals of 1922.
C (cf): The Best of George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin (Faber)
C: The Great Songs of Gershwin (Alfred SF0147)
C: George Gershwin: The Definitive Songbook (Faber)
C: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 5 (ABRSM)*
11 G. & I. Gershwin Love Walked In: from The Goldwyn Follies.
Eb (bbf ): The Best of George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin (Faber)
Eb: The Great Songs of Gershwin (Alfred SF0147)
Eb: George Gershwin: The Definitive Songbook (Faber)
Eb: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM)
12 G. & I. Gershwin They cant take that away from me: from Shall We Dance?
Eb (beb): The Best of George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin (Faber)
Eb: The Great Songs of Gershwin (Alfred SF0147)
Eb: George Gershwin: The Definitive Songbook (Faber)
13 Gilbert & Sullivan The flowers that bloom in the spring: from The Mikado.
G (de): arr. Field. The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 5 (ABRSM)*
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Gilbert & Sullivan When a felons not engaged in his employment (The Policemans Song): from The
14
Pirates of Penzance.
F (fc): The Second Book of Baritone/Bass Solos (G. Schirmer GS82071)
F (Fc): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Baritone/Bass (Hal Leonard HL00740217Music Sales)
F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (medium-low) (Peters EP 71764)
15 Gilbert & Sullivan When a merry maiden marries (Tessas Song): from The Gondoliers. (F)
F (cf ): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Mezzo-Soprano (Hal Leonard HL00740215Music Sales)
F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grades 45 (high or medium-low) (Peters EP 71763 or
71764)
16 B. Howard Fly me to the moon (In Other Words).
Eb (dg ): in 3 time. Publ. separately (TRO Essex Music KE53519)
Eb: in 2 time. The Definitive Jazz Collection (2nd edition) (Hal LeonardFaber)
Eb: in 3 time. The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 5 (ABRSM)*
D or C: in 3 time (omitting bb. 536). The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low) (Faber)
17 Kander & Ebb Cabaret (this version only): from Cabaret.
Eb (bbf ): arr. Marsh. The Faber Music Theatre Songbook (Faber)
Eb: arr. Marsh (melody line from b. 22). Songscape: Stage and Screen (Faber)
18 Lerner & Loewe I could have danced all night: from My Fair Lady.
C (bg ): The Broadway Ingnue: 37 Theatre Songs for Soprano (Hal LeonardFaber)
C (bg ): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 1 (revised edition) (Hal Leonard
Faber)
C (bf ): Stage & Screen The Black Book (with repeat) (Wise AM92249)
C (bf /g ) or Bb: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low)(Faber)
Bb (af ): vocal selections (omitting Coda 1 and additional character parts) (Faber)
19 Lerner & Loewe On the Street Where You Live: from My Fair Lady.
C (cf/g ): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Tenor Vol. 1 (revised edition) (starting at
Allegro moderato) (Hal LeonardFaber)
C (cf): vocal selections (Faber)
Bb (bb e): Stage & Screen The Black Book (refrain only, with suitable intro.) (Wise AM92249)
20 Alan Menken & Stephen Schwartz God Help the Outcasts (omitting repeat; this version only): from
The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
C/D (g/bd ): Kids Musical Theatre Collection, Vol. 2 (Hal Leonard HL00230031Music Sales)
21 Randy Newman When she loved me: from Toy Story 2.
F (gf): The New Illustrated Treasury of Disney Songs (6th edition) (Hal Leonard HL00313100Music
Sales)
F (g/cf) or E: The Best of Singing, Grades 45 (high or low)(Faber)
22 I. Novello I can give you the starlight (ending b. 44): from The Dancing Years.
G (dg): Ivor Novello Song Album(Faber)
F: The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 5(ABRSM)*
23 Ben Parry Career Paths.
F (ec): The ABRSM Songbook Plus, Grade 5 (ABRSM)*
F: No. 10 from Changing Voices: Songs within an octave for teenage male singers (omitting bb. 3972)
(Peters EP 72482)
24 C. Porter I Love Paris: from Can-Can.
(ce): The Best of Cole Porter (Faber)
(ce): Cole Porter 100th Anniversary (Alfred VF1713)
(ce): Forever Ella: 19 Ella Fitzgerald Classics(Faber)
(ce): The Graded Song Collection (Faber)
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25 Rodgers & Hammerstein I have dreamed: from The King and I.
F (cg): The Broadway Ingnue: 37 Theatre Songs for Soprano (Hal LeonardFaber)
Eb: vocal selections (Williamson HLW00312227)
Eb: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection (Williamson HL00313207)
26 Shearing & Weiss Lullaby of Birdland.
(bd):Forever Ella: 19 Ella Fitzgerald Classics(Faber)
27 Sherwin A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square (omitting chorus 2): from New Faces.
Eb (bbeb): 100 Years of Popular Music: 40s Vol. 1(Faber)
Eb: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM)
28 George Stiles & Anthony Drewe Different (omitting bb. 3745): from Honk!
Db (db f):vocal selections(Faber)
29 Weill & I. Gershwin My Ship: from Lady in the Dark.
F (cf): Weill From Berlin to Broadway (Hal LeonardFaber)
F: The Definitive Jazz Collection (2nd edition) (Hal LeonardFaber)
F: The ABRSM Songbook, Book 5 (ABRSM)
30 Frank Wildhorn & Leslie Bricusse Once Upon a Dream: from Jekyll & Hyde.
E/F# (bc# ): vocal selections(Cherry Lane Music Company CLM02502211)
E/Gb (bdb ): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 3(Hal LeonardFaber)
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GRADE 6
PREREQUISITE FOR ENTRY: ABRSM Grade 5 (or above) in Music Theory, Practical Musician-
ship or any solo Jazz subject. For alternatives see www.abrsm.org/prerequisite.
THREE ACCOMPANIED SONGS: from memory, one chosen by the candidate from any three of the
five Lists, A, B, C, D and E (listed below). For further details see pages 9, 10 and 14.
ONE UNACCOMPANIED TRADITIONAL SONG: from memory, of the candidates own choice. For
further details see page 11.
SIGHT-SINGING: a short piece of previously unseen music, accompanied by the examiner at the
piano. For further details see pages 12 and 13.
AURAL TESTS FOR THE GRADE: administered by the examiner from the piano. For further
details see pages 88 and 91.
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LIST A (cont.)
11 O. Gibbons The silver swan.
Eb (ebf), D or C: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high, medium or low)
(Peters EP 71765, 71766 or 71767)
Eb or C: English Songs: Renaissance to Baroque (high or low)(Hal Leonard HL40018 or HL40019
Music Sales)
12 Handel How willing my paternal love: from Samson, HWV 57.
E (Be): No. 81 from vocal score(Novello NOV090926)
13 Handel Let me wander not unseen: from LAllegro, il Penseroso ed il Moderato, HWV 55.
D min (dg) or A min: English Songs: Renaissance to Baroque (high or low)(Hal Leonard HL40018
or HL40019Music Sales)
14 Handel Recit: O, worse than death indeed! and Aria: Angels ever bright and fair: from Theodora,
HWV 68.
A min/F (df): Handel 12 Songs from the Oratorios Soprano(Novello NOV170246)
A min/F: Handel 45 Arias from Operas and Oratorios, Vol. 2 (high)(IMC 1695)
15 Handel Vouchsafe, O Lord: from Dettingen Te Deum, HWV 283.
B min (dd#): No. 17 from vocal score(Novello NOV070125)
B min: publ. separately(OUP archive OSS651Banks)
16 Renatus Harris Could I the lovely Celia move. (M)
A min (ef) or F min: No. 8 from English Baroque Songs 1 (high or medium)(Green Man Press
GMEBS 1H or GMEBS 1M)
17 Haydn Piercing Eyes (Heller Blick): from 12 Canzonettas, Hob. XXVIa/35.
G (eg): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high)(Peters EP 71765) (Eng)
G: No. 35 from Haydn Lieder(Henle HN 535) (Eng)
G: No. 11 from Haydn Canzonettas and Songs(Peters EP 1351a) (Eng/Ger)
G: The First Book of Soprano Solos(G. Schirmer GS81173) (Eng)
18 Haydn She never told her love (Die Liebe trug sie stumm): from 12 Canzonettas, Hob. XXVIa/34.
Ab (df): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high)(Peters EP 71765) (Eng)
Ab: No. 34 from Haydn Lieder(Henle HN 535) (Eng)
Ab: No. 10 from Haydn Canzonettas and Songs(Peters EP 1351a) (Eng/Ger)
Ab: No. 12 from O Tuneful Voice (OUP) (Eng)
19 Melani Vezzoza aurora.
G min (eg) or D min: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 1 (high or low)(ABRSM) (Ital/
Eng)
20 Mendelssohn Recit: And he journeyd with companions and Aria: But the Lord is mindful: from
St Paul, Op. 36.
G (ad): No. 9 from Sing Solo Contralto(OUP)
21 G. Munro My lovely Celia. (M)
G (dg), F or E: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high, medium or low) (verses
1 & 3) (Peters EP 71765, 71766 or 71767)
G or E: arr. Wilson. Publ. separately (Boosey & Hawkes)
G or Eb: English Songs: Renaissance to Baroque (high or low) (verses 1 & 3) (Hal Leonard HL40018 or
HL40019Music Sales)
F or D: No. 11 from Everlasting Voices (medium-high or medium-low)(Peters EP 72672a or 72672b)
E: arr. Wilson. Celebrated Songs, Book 3(Chester CH55319)
22 Pergolesi Cujus animam gementem: No. 2 from Stabat Mater.
C min (f ab): vocal score(Ricordi CP 12371800) (Latin)
C min: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high)(Peters EP 71765) (Latin)
23 Pinto A shepherd lovd a nymph so fair.
G (de): No. 19 from O Tuneful Voice (OUP)
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LIST B (cont.)
8 Faur Chanson damour, Op. 27 No. 1.
G (ef#), F or E: No. 29 from Faur 30 Songs (high, medium or low)(IMC 1601, 1602 or 1132) (Fr)
G or F: Faur 20 Mlodies, Vol. 2 (Soprano or Mezzo)(Hamelle HA09116 or HA09119) (Fr)
9 Faur En prire (In Prayer/At Prayer).
F (ff), Eb or D: No. 30 from Faur 30 Songs (high, medium or low)(IMC 1601, 1602 or 1132) (Fr)
F or Eb: Faur 25 Selected Songs (high or low)(G. Schirmer GS26106 or GS26107) (Fr/Eng)
F or Eb: Faur 20 Mlodies, Vol. 2 (Soprano or Mezzo)(Hamelle HA09116 or HA09119) (Fr)
F or D: The Language of Song: Elementary (high or low)(Faber) (Fr)
F: No. 3 from Sing Solo Soprano(OUP) (Fr/Eng)
Eb or C: Gateway to French Mlodies (high or low)(Alfred 36533 or 36534) (Fr)
10 M. Garca Labsence.
A (ef#) or F: No. 1 from Songs and Duets of Garca, Malibran and Viardot (high or low)(Alfred
16813 or 16814) (Fr)
11 arr. A. Hopkins Gai lon la: No. 4 from Five French Folk Songs. Eb (ebeb): (Chester) (Fr)
12 Liszt Es muss ein Wunderbares sein (Oh who can feel the bliss that know/It must be wonderful,
withal) (Quel rve et quel divin transport!).
Ab (fab): No. 12 from Liszt 20 Selected Songs(Peters EP 8590a) (Ger/Eng/Fr)
F or Eb: Liszt 12 Songs (high or low)(G. Schirmer GS26050 or GS81280) (Ger/Eng)
13 A. Mahler Bei dir ist es traut.
D (de): A Celebration of Song (high)(Universal UE 33936) (Ger)
14 Mozart Oiseaux, si tous les ans, K. 307.
C (gg) or Ab: No. 4 from Mozart Complete Songs (high or medium)(Brenreiter BA 5330 or 5328)
(Fr)
15 Ravel Quel galant mest comparable? (Poios asikis san ki emena?): No. 3 from Cinq mlodies
populaires grecques. A (eg), G or F: (high, medium or low)(Durand DF 01581600, 01223601 or
01581500) (Fr/Greek)
16 Ravel Tout gai! (Yarumpe!): No. 5 from Cinq mlodies populaires grecques. Bb (fg), Ab or Gb:
(high, medium or low)(Durand DF 01581600, 01223601 or 01581500) (Fr/Greek)
17 Schubert Der Lindenbaum (The Linden Tree): No. 5 from Winterreise, Op. 89, D. 911.
E (be), E or D: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high, medium or low)(Peters
EP 71765, 71766 or 71767) (Ger)
E, E, D or C: No. 25 from Schubert Lieder, Vol. 1 (high, medium, low or very low)(Peters EP 20a, 20b,
20c or 20d) (Ger)
D: The Second Book of Baritone/Bass Solos(G. Schirmer GS82071) (Ger/Eng)
18 Schubert Frhlingslied Die Luft ist blau, D. 398.
G (eg): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high)(Peters EP 71765) (Ger)
19 Schubert Litanei auf das Fest Aller Seelen, D. 343.
Eb (ceb), Eb or Db: No. 84 from Schubert Lieder, Vol. 1 (high, medium or low)(Peters EP 20a, 20b or
20c) (Ger)
Eb, Eb or Db: No. 63 from Schubert Lieder, Vol. 2 (high, medium or low)(Peters EP 178a, 178b or 178c)
(Ger)
20 Schubert Romanze: from Rosamunde, Op. 26, D. 797/3b.
F min (ceb), F min or Eb min: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high, medium
or low)(Peters EP 71765, 71766 or 71767) (Ger)
F min, F min, Eb min or D min: No. 78 from Schubert Lieder, Vol. 1 (high, medium, low or very low)
(Peters EP 20a, 20b, 20c or 20d) (Ger)
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LIST C (cont.)
8 arr. Copland The Little Horses: No. 1 from Old American Songs, Second Set.
(dg), (be) or (ad): Copland Old American Songs, Complete (high, medium/original or low)
(Boosey & Hawkes)
(dg) or (ad): Art Song in English (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
(be): publ. separately(Boosey & Hawkes)
(be): The Boosey & Hawkes Song Collection, Vol. 2(Boosey & Hawkes)
9 J. Duke Loveliest of trees.
Ab (d#f) or F: 15 American Art Songs (high or low)(G. Schirmer GS82645 or GS82607)
F: The First Book of Mezzo-Soprano/Alto Solos(G. Schirmer GS81174)
10 Christopher Field He Wishes for the Cloths of Heaven: No. 6 from A Garland of Song. F (cd):
(Recital Music RM910)
11 A. Gibbs Nod, Op. 10 No. 2.
D (df#): Celebrated Songs, Book 1(Chester CH55317)
D: A Heritage of 20th-Century British Song, Vol. 3(Boosey & Hawkes)
12 A. Gibbs Silver, Op. 30 No. 2.
F# min (c#f#) or E min: publ. separately (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
F# min: A Heritage of 20th-Century British Song, Vol. 4(Boosey & Hawkes)
13 Head Star Candles. D min (cf): publ. separately (Boosey & Hawkes)
14 Holst The Heart Worships. E min (ce) or D min: publ. separately(Stainer & Bell SS24 or H184)
15 A. Hopkins A Melancholy Song. (F)
D (df#): publ. separately(Chester CH04044)
D: A Century of English Song, Vol. 1: Ten Songs for Soprano(Thames TH978421)
16 Howells The Widow Bird.
E min (ee): The Boosey & Hawkes Song Collection, Vol. 2(Boosey & Hawkes)
17 Ireland Her Song.
(ef#), (de) or (cd): publ. separately(Cramer)
(c d): Ireland The Complete Works for Voice & Piano, Vol. 3(Stainer & Bell B598)
18 Keen, arr. Jay Althouse Homeward Bound.
F (cf), Eb or D: Folk Songs for Solo Singers, Vol. 1 (high, medium-high or medium-low)(Alfred
21836, 4952 or 4953)
19 Alexander LEstrange Loves Philosophy: from Loves Philosophy. D (bd): (Faber)
20 Alexander LEstrange Now sleeps the crimson petal: from Loves Philosophy. Bb (ceb): (Faber)
21 Jenny McLeod I have no name. (df): publ. separately(SOUNZ)
22 Clive Pollard Pot and Kettle.
D (c#d): A Century of English Song, Vol. 10: Fourteen Songs for Medium/low Voice (Association of
English Singers & Speakers AESS010)
23 Quilter Dream Valley, Op. 20 No. 1.
Gb (ebgb) or D: Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
F or D: Roger Quilter 18 Songs for Voice and Piano (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
E or C: No. 16 from Everlasting Voices (medium-high or medium-low)(Peters EP 72672a or 72672b)
24 Quilter Fair House of Joy, Op. 12 No. 7.
Db (f ab) or Bb: publ. separately(Boosey & Hawkes)
Db or Bb: Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
Db: The Second Book of Tenor Solos(G. Schirmer GS82070)
Db: A Heritage of 20th-Century British Song, Vol. 4(Boosey & Hawkes)
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LIST D (cont.)
Elwyn-Edwards Mae Hiraeth yn y mr (Theres Longing in the Sea): from Caneuon y Tri Aderyn
7
(Songs of the Three Birds). Ab (ebab): (Gwynn Publishing 80037) (Welsh/Eng)
8 M. Garca Parad!
F (eg) or D: arr. Viardot. No. 4 from Songs and Duets of Garca, Malibran and Viardot (high or
low)(Alfred 16813 or 16814) (Span)
9 Granados Callejeo: from Tonadillas en estilo antiguo.
A (c#f#): Granados Colleccin de Tonadillas(UME UMV1082) (Span)
10 slfsson dag skein sl (Farewell), Op. 2 No. 1.
E min (eg) or C min: Icelandic Art Songs, First Collection (high or low)(salg Music) (Ice/Eng)
11 slfsson Vgguvsa (Lullaby).
Gb (dbgb) or Eb: Icelandic Art Songs, First Collection (high or low)(salg Music) (Ice/Eng)
12 Lin Sheng Xi He Nian He Ri Zai Xiang Feng (In which year, on which day shall we meet again?).
Ab (dbg): P. 80 from Lin Sheng Xi Collection(Taipei Musiker House) (Mandarin)
13 Mompou Canoneta incerta.
(f#e): Canciones de Espaa (Songs of Spain), Vol. 1(UME UMV24032) (Catalan)
14 Nosov & Churkin Daleko, daleko (Far away, far away).
C (ce/f): A Russian Song Book(Dover DP14069) (Russ Cyrillic/Russ/Eng)
15 Arvo Prt Rozhdestvenskaya kolybelnaya (Christmas Lullaby).
F (cc): No. 1 from Prt Zwei Wiegenlieder(Universal UE 32749) (Russ Cyrillic/Russ)
16 Rodrigo Fino cristal.
(c#f): Rodrigo 35 Songs(Schott SMC 541) (Span)
17 Sibelius Spnet p vattnet (Der Span auf den Wellen) (Wood on the Water), Op. 17 No. 7.
(ebf) or (cd): No. 8 from Sibelius 15 Selected Songs (high or low)(Breitkopf & Hrtel EB 6943 or
6944) (Ger/Eng/Swed)
18 M. Thomas Mehefin: Wrth y Gwair (June: Hay-making): from Caneuon y Misoedd (Songs of the Year).
(df): (Mansel Thomas Trust MT029) (Welsh/Eng)
19 Thorsteinson Ntt (Sunset).
A min (af) or G min: Icelandic Art Songs, First Collection (high or low)(salg Music) (Ice/Eng)
20 Toldr Roman de Santa Llua.
E (ef#): Canciones de Espaa (Songs of Spain), Vol. 1(UME UMV24032) (Catalan)
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Caldara Alma del core (Soul of compassion/Heart of my being/Spirit of being): from La costanza in
4
amor vince linganno.
A (ag#) or F: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 1 (high or low)(ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
A or E: No. 21 from 30 Italian Songs and Arias of the 17th & 18th Centuries (medium-high or medium-
low)(Peters EP 7743a or 7743b) (Ital/Eng)
G or D: No. 16 from 26 Italian Songs and Arias (medium-high or medium-low)(Alfred 3402 or 3403)
(Ital/Eng)
G or D: The Language of Song: Elementary (high or low)(Faber) (Ital)
5 Churchill & Morey Some day my prince will come: from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. (F)
F (cg): The New Illustrated Treasury of Disney Songs (6th edition) (Hal Leonard HL00313100
Music Sales)
F: The Definitive Jazz Collection (2nd edition)(Hal LeonardFaber)
6 Coleman & Stewart The colors of my life (once through, either lyric): from Barnum.
F (ceb): vocal selections(Alfred VF1821)
7 N. Gay Once you lose your heart: from Me and My Girl.
Db (ab db): vocal selections(Music Sales NG10014)
Db: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 3(Hal LeonardFaber)
Db: Musical Theatre Collection for Young Women Singers(Hal Leonard HLE90001476)
8 G. & I. Gershwin Embraceable You: from Girl Crazy.
G (de): The Best of George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin (omitting repeat) (Faber)
G: The Great Songs of Gershwin(Alfred SF0147)
G: George Gershwin: The Definitive Songbook(Faber)
9 G. & I. Gershwin Oh, Lady, Be Good!: from Lady, Be Good!
G (de): The Best of George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin (Faber)
G: The Great Songs of Gershwin(Alfred SF0147)
G: George Gershwin: The Definitive Songbook(Faber)
10 Gilbert & Sullivan I Am a Pirate King Oh, better far to live and die (Pirate Kings Song): from The
Pirates of Penzance.
C (Be): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Baritone/Bass(Hal Leonard HL00740217Music Sales)
C: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (low)(Peters EP 71767)
11 Gilbert & Sullivan Love is a plaintive song (Patiences Song): from Patience.
A min/A (e a): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Soprano (Hal Leonard HL00740214Music Sales)
A min/A: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high)(Peters EP 71765)
12 Gilbert & Sullivan Oh, foolish fay (Queens Song): from Iolanthe.
Db (ab c): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Mezzo-Soprano(Hal Leonard HL00740215Music Sales)
Db: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (medium)(Peters EP 71766)
13 Gilbert & Sullivan When first my old, old love I knew (Defendants Song): from Trial by Jury.
D (ef#/a): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Tenor(Hal Leonard HL00740216Music Sales)
D: The Second Book of Tenor Solos(G. Schirmer GS82070)
D (ef#): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high)(Peters EP 71765)
14 Arthur Hamilton Cry Me a River: from The Girl Cant Help It.
C min (cd): The Definitive Jazz Collection (2nd edition)(Hal LeonardFaber)
15 Humperdinck Der kleine Sandmann bin ich (Sandmans Song) (ending b. 36): from Hnsel und Gretel.
D (c#f#): P. 104 from vocal score (new edition)(Schott ED 8029) (Ger/Eng)
D: P. 89 from vocal score(Dover 0486438260) (Eng)
16 Kern Bill: from Show Boat. (F)
Bb (cd): No. 23 from vocal score(Wise AM79948)
Bb: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 1 (revised edition)(Hal LeonardFaber)
Bb: The Essential Jerome Kern Song Book(Wise AM81506)
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17 Lerner & Loewe Without You: from My Fair Lady.
C (beb): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 2 (revised edition) (Hal Leonard
Faber)
18 Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice Close every door: from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor
Dreamcoat.
F min (cf): No. 6 from vocal score(cut from fig. H to fig. K) (Really Useful Group)
F min: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Tenor Vol. 2 (Hal LeonardFaber)
19 Alan Menken & Howard Ashman Proud of your boy: from Aladdin.
D (ef#): stage vocal selections(Hal Leonard HL00130669Music Sales)
20 Alan Menken & Tim Rice Home (omitting repeat): from Beauty and the Beast.
G/D (ge): P. 47 from vocal selections (Hal Leonard HLD00312511Music Sales)
G/D: Contemporary Musical Theatre for Teens, Young Womens Edition Vol. 2(Hal Leonard
HL00129886Music Sales)
21 Mozart Meiner Liebsten schne Wangen (Della mia cara le guance amate) (any one verse): from
Bastien und Bastienne, K. 50. (M)
A (d#f#): Grandi Operisti per Giovani Cantanti per Tenore(Ricordi NR 13765200) (Ger/Ital)
22 Mozart Der Vogelfnger (The Bird Catcher): from Die Zauberflte, K. 620. (M)
G (de): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (low)(Peters EP 71767) (Ger/Eng)
G: publ. separately(OUP archive OSS652Banks) (Ger/Eng)
23 Mozart Deh vieni alla finestra (O star, why keep thy beauty/Oh, come to your window): from Don
Giovanni, K. 527.
D (de): No. 16 from vocal score(G. Schirmer GS33818) (Ital/Eng)
D (de): Italian Songs & Arias(Mel Bay MLB95480) (Ital/Eng)
24 Mozart Venite inginocchiatevi (Come here and kneel in front of me): from Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492.
G (dg): No. 12 from vocal score(G. Schirmer GS33772) (Ital/Eng)
25 Mozart Voi, che sapete (You know the answer/Tell me, you ladies/Tell me, fair ladies): from Le nozze
di Figaro, K. 492.
Bb (cf): No. 11 from vocal score(G. Schirmer GS33772) (Ital/Eng)
Bb: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (medium)(Peters EP 71766) (Ital/Eng)
Bb: No. 11 from Sing Solo Contralto(OUP) (Ital/Eng)
26 I. Novello Well gather lilacs: from Perchance to Dream.
F (bb f): Ivor Novello Song Album(Faber)
F: 100 Years of Popular Music: 40s Vol. 1(Faber)
27 C. Porter I Get a Kick out of You: from Anything Goes.
Eb (cf): The Best of Cole Porter (Faber)
Eb: Cole Porter 100th Anniversary (Alfred VF1713)
C: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Mezzo-Soprano/Belter Vol. 2 (revised edition) (Hal
LeonardFaber)
28 C. Porter Ive got you under my skin: from Born to Dance.
Eb (bb f): The Definitive Jazz Collection (2nd edition)(Hal LeonardFaber)
Eb: The Best of Cole Porter (Faber)
Eb: Cole Porter 100th Anniversary (Alfred VF1713)
29 Purcell Nymphs and Shepherds: from The Libertine, Z. 600.
G (dg), F or Eb: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 6 (high, medium or low)
(Peters EP 71765, 71766 or 71767)
G or Eb: English Songs: Renaissance to Baroque (high or low)(Hal Leonard HL40018 or HL40019
Music Sales)
G or Eb: Purcell 40 Songs (high or low)(IMC 2071 or 2072)
G: Purcell Songs, Book 3 (Stainer & Bell B383)
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GRADE 7
PREREQUISITE FOR ENTRY: ABRSM Grade 5 (or above) in Music Theory, Practical Musician-
ship or any solo Jazz subject. For alternatives see www.abrsm.org/prerequisite.
THREE ACCOMPANIED SONGS: from memory, one chosen by the candidate from any three of the
five Lists, A, B, C, D and E (listed below). For further details see pages 9, 10 and 14.
ONE UNACCOMPANIED TRADITIONAL SONG: from memory, of the candidates own choice. For
further details see page 11.
SIGHT-SINGING: a short piece of previously unseen music, accompanied by the examiner at the
piano. For further details see pages 12 and 13.
AURAL TESTS FOR THE GRADE: administered by the examiner from the piano. For further
details see pages 88 and 92.
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LIST A (cont.)
Handel Recit: Thy rebuke hath broken His heart and Air: Behold, and see if there be any sorrow: from
19
Messiah, HWV 56.
E min (d#g): Nos 26 and 27 from vocal score (Brenreiter BA 4012-73)
E min: Nos 29 and 30 from vocal score (Novello NOV070137)
E min: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high) (Peters EP 71768)
20 M. Lambert Ombre de mon amant.
D min (ac): Charles Bretts Baroque Anthology for Counter-tenor, Vol. 1: Italy and France (Green
Man Press GMCB1) (Fr)
21 Mendelssohn I will sing of Thy great mercies: from St Paul, Op. 36.
F (ef): High Praise (Novello NOV032118)
22 Mendelssohn O rest in the Lord: from Elijah, Op. 70.
C (bd): The First Book of Mezzo-Soprano/Alto Solos (G. Schirmer GS81174)
23 T. Morley I saw my lady weeping.
A min (de), G min or F min: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high, medium
or low) (Peters EP 71768, 71769 or 71770)
A min: No. 33 from English Lute Songs, Book 2 (Stainer & Bell B617)
24 attrib. Parisotti/Pergolesi Se tu mami (If you love me).
G min (cg) or E min: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 2 (high or low) (ABRSM) (Ital/
Eng)
G min or E min: No. 30 from 30 Italian Songs and Arias of the 17th & 18th Centuries (medium-high or
medium-low) (Peters EP 7743a or 7743b) (Ital/Eng)
G min or E min: The Language of Song: Intermediate (high or low) (Faber) (Ital)
25 Pergolesi Eja Mater: No. 7 from Stabat Mater.
C min (beb): vocal score (Ricordi CP 12371800) (Latin)
26 Purcell Be welcome then, great Sir: from Fly, Bold Rebellion, Z. 324.
F (gbb): Charles Bretts Baroque Anthology for Counter-tenor, Vol. 2: Germany and England (Green
Man Press GMCB2)
27 Purcell If music be the food of love (1st setting), Z. 379A.
G min (dg), E min or D min: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high, medium
or low) (Peters EP 71768, 71769 or 71770)
G min or Eb min: Purcell 40 Songs (high or low) (including 2nd stanza) (IMC 2071 or 2072)
G min or D min: English Songs: Renaissance to Baroque (high or low) (Hal Leonard HL40018 or
HL40019Music Sales)
F# min: No. 6 from Purcell Songs, Vol. 1 (Schott ED 12409)
D min: No. 5 from Purcell Songs, Vol. 4 (Schott ED 12493)
D min: publ. separately (Schott ED 11915)
28 Rosseter When Laura smiles (verses 1 & 4).
A (ef#), G or F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high, medium or low) (Peters
EP 71768, 71769 or 71770)
A or F: English Songs: Renaissance to Baroque (high or low) (Hal Leonard HL40018 or HL40019Music
Sales)
F: No. 42 from English Lute Songs, Book 2 (Stainer & Bell B617)
29 A. Scarlatti Sento nel core (What am I feeling?/I feel within my heart/Sorrow unending).
E min (d#e) or D min: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 1 (high or low) (ABRSM) (Ital/
Eng)
E min or D min: No. 8 from 26 Italian Songs and Arias (medium-high or medium-low) (Alfred 3402 or
3403) (Ital/Eng)
E min or D min: No. 13 from 30 Italian Songs and Arias of the 17th & 18th Centuries (medium-high or
medium-low) (Peters EP 7743a or 7743b) (Ital/Eng)
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LIST B (cont.)
13 Faur Le secret (The Secret), Op. 23 No. 3.
F (fg), Db or C: No. 20 from Faur 30 Songs (high, medium or low) (IMC 1601, 1602 or 1132) (Fr)
F or Db: Faur 25 Selected Songs (high or low) (G. Schirmer GS26106 or GS26107) (Fr/Eng)
F or Db: The Art of French Song, Vol. 2 (high or medium/low) (Peters EP 7520a or 7520b) (Fr)
F or Db: Faur 20 Mlodies, Vol. 2 (Soprano or Mezzo) (Hamelle HA09116 or HA09119) (Fr)
E or Db: The Language of Song: Intermediate (high or low) (Faber) (Fr)
Eb or Db: Gateway to French Mlodies (high or low) (Alfred 36533 or 36534) (Fr)
14 arr. A. Hopkins Les trois rubans: No. 1 from Five French Folk Songs. (F) Gb (dbdb): (Chester) (Fr)
15 Liszt Du bist wie eine Blume (Like a flower, in beauty blushing/Ah, sweet as any flower) (Comme une
fleur).
A (eg): No. 8 from Liszt 20 Selected Songs (Peters EP 8590a) (Ger/Eng/Fr)
A or F#: Liszt 12 Songs (high or low) (G. Schirmer GS26050 or GS81280) (Ger/Eng)
16 Massenet Madrigal.
G min (fg) or E min: The Art of French Song, Vol. 2 (high or medium/low) (Peters EP 7520a or
7520b) (Fr)
17 Mozart Das Veilchen (The Violet), K. 476.
G (f#g) or E: No. 15 from Mozart Complete Songs (high or medium) (Brenreiter BA 5330 or 5328)
(Ger)
G: No. 4 from Sing Solo Soprano (OUP) (Ger)
G: No. 3 from Elisabeth Schumann Liederbuch (Universal UE 9559) (Ger/Eng)
18 Poulenc La grenouillre.
F (eg) or D: 20th-Century French Art Songs (high or medium/low) (Durand DF 01625000 or
01625100) (Fr)
D: The Art of French Song, Vol. 1 (high or medium/low) (Peters EP 7519a or 7519b) (Fr)
D: The Best of Poulenc: 40 Selected Songs for Medium Voice (Eschig DF 01612200) (Fr)
19 Satie Je te veux.
C (cg) or Bb: 20th-Century French Art Songs (high or medium/low) (Durand DF 01625000 or
01625100)
20 Schubert Die Forelle, Op. 32, D. 550.
Db (ebgb), B or A: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high, medium or low)
(Peters EP 71768, 71769 or 71770) (Ger)
Db, B, A or Ab: No. 66 from Schubert Lieder, Vol. 1 (high, medium, low or very low) (Peters EP 20a, 20b,
20c or 20d) (Ger)
Db or A: The Language of Song: Intermediate (high or low) (Faber) (Ger)
21 Schubert Die Vgel (The Birds), Op. posth. 172 No. 6, D. 691.
A (eg#): No. 10 from Elisabeth Schumann Liederbuch (Universal UE 9559) (Ger/Eng)
22 Schubert Frhlingsglaube, Op. 20 No. 2, D. 686.
Ab (ebf), G or F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high, medium or low)
(Peters EP 71768, 71769 or 71770) (Ger)
Ab, G, F or D: No. 65 from Schubert Lieder, Vol. 1 (high, medium, low or very low) (Peters EP 20a, 20b,
20c or 20d) (Ger)
23 Schubert Nachtviolen, D. 752.
C (ga), Ab or F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high, medium or low)
(Peters EP 71768, 71769 or 71770) (Ger)
24 Schumann Die Lotosblume: No. 7 from Myrthen, Op. 25.
F (cg), Eb or Db: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high, medium or low)
(Peters EP 71768, 71769 or 71770) (Ger)
F or D: The Language of Song: Intermediate (high or low) (Faber) (Ger)
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LIST C (cont.)
arr. Howells The Brisk Young Widow: No. 2 from Two English Folksongs. C (ce): (medium)
17
(Thames TH978588)
18 Howells Gavotte.
G (dg): No. 1 from Sing Solo Soprano (OUP)
19 Howells O, my deir hert.
(b e): Songs for Countertenors, Vol. 3 (Thames TH978731)
20 M. R. Lang Irish Love Song, Op. 22.
F (cg): First Solos: Songs by Women Composers, Vol. 1 (high) (Hildegard)
21 Parry Proud Maisie.
F (df): No. 3 from Parry Seven Songs (high) (Stainer & Bell B525)
22 Poston Sweet Suffolk owl.
F (cf): The Boosey & Hawkes Song Collection, Vol. 2 (Boosey & Hawkes)
23 Quilter It was a lover and his lass, Op. 23 No. 3.
Ab (fab) or E: Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low) (Boosey & Hawkes)
G: Roger Quilter 18 Songs for Voice and Piano (high or low) (Boosey & Hawkes)
24 Quilter Music, when soft voices die, Op. 25 No. 5.
Ab (ebf) or Gb: Roger Quilter 18 Songs for Voice and Piano (high or low) (Boosey & Hawkes)
Ab or Gb: Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low) (Boosey & Hawkes)
25 Quilter My Lady Greensleeves (omitting repeat).
G min (df) or F min: Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low) (Boosey & Hawkes)
26 Quilter O mistress mine: No. 2 from Three Shakespeare Songs, Op. 6. (M)
G (dg) or Eb: Quilter Three Shakespeare Songs (high or low) (Boosey & Hawkes)
G or Eb: Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low) (Boosey & Hawkes)
Eb: The Boosey & Hawkes Song Collection, Vol. 2 (Boosey & Hawkes)
27 Betty Roe The lass from the low countree: No. 4 from A Garland of Folksongs. D min (df):
(Thames TH978098)
28 Rubbra Rune of Hospitality, Op. 15. (ebd): publ. separately (Lengnick AL 0866)
29 Somervell Young love lies sleeping: from Love in Spring-time.
Bb (fg): A Heritage of 20th-Century British Song, Vol. 2 (Boosey & Hawkes)
30 Steele Farm Child.
Eb (df): No. 16 from Music by Douglas Steele, Vol. 2: Selected Songs (Forsyth FSD02)
31 Steele The snow falls.
A min (cd): No. 14 from Music by Douglas Steele, Vol. 2: Selected Songs (Forsyth FSD02)
32 Steele Sweet cyder.
F (cf): No. 12 from Music by Douglas Steele, Vol. 2: Selected Songs (Forsyth FSD02)
33 Strickland Dreamin time.
Ab (ebab): First Solos: Songs by Women Composers, Vol. 1 (high) (Hildegard)
34 Trad. Irish Danny Boy. Eb (cg), D or C: publ. separately (Boosey & Hawkes)
35 Vaughan Williams The Call: No. 4 from Five Mystical Songs.
Eb (ebf): vocal score (Stainer & Bell D52)
Eb: The Second Book of Tenor Solos (G. Schirmer GS82070)
36 Vaughan Williams Orpheus with his lute (1925 setting). F (ce): publ. separately (OUP)
37 Vaughan Williams Silent Noon.
G (eg), F, Eb or Db: publ. separately (Ashdown EA12636D, EA12636C, EA12636B or EA12636A)
Eb: The First Book of Mezzo-Soprano/Alto Solos (G. Schirmer GS81174)
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LIST D (cont.)
13 Granados El majo discreto: from Tonadillas en estilo antiguo.
A (ea): Granados Colleccin de Tonadillas (UME UMV21082) (Span)
A or E: The Language of Song: Intermediate (high or low) (Faber) (Span)
14 Granados Llorad, corazn, que teneis razn: No. 3 from Canciones amatorias. G min (eg): (UME
UMV19807) (Span)
15 Grieg En svane (Ein Schwan) (A Swan), Op. 25 No. 2.
F (df): Grieg Centenary Song Album (Peters EP 7958) (Nor/Ger/Eng)
16 Montsalvatge Cancin de cuna para dormir a un negrito.
Eb (dbf) or Db: The Language of Song: Intermediate (high or low) (Faber) (Span)
17 Obradors Corazn, porque pasais...?: No. 3 from Canciones clsicas espaolas, Vol. 1. E (ee):
(UME UMV34070) (Span)
18 Sibelius Demanten p marssnn (Der Diamant auf dem Mrzschnee) (The Diamond in the Snow),
Op. 36 No. 6.
Bb (ef) or Ab: No. 11 from Sibelius 15 Selected Songs (high or low) (Breitkopf & Hrtel EB 6943 or
6944) (Ger/Eng/Swed)
19 Tchaikovsky At the ball (Sred shumnovo bala), Op. 38 No. 3.
C# min (c#f#): Tchaikovsky Songs, Vol. 1 (high) (Boosey & Hawkes) (Russ cyrillic/Eng)
B min: Tchaikovsky Songs, Vol. 2 (medium/low) (Boosey & Hawkes) (Russ cyrillic/Eng)
B min or A min: The Language of Song: Advanced (medium or low) (Faber) (Russ)
20 M. Thomas Hydref: Dawns y Dail Crin (October: Dance of the Withered Leaves): from Caneuon y
Misoedd (Songs of the Year). B min (ef): (Mansel Thomas Trust MT029) (Welsh/Eng)
21 Toldr Abril.
Eb (ebg): Canciones de Espaa (Songs of Spain), Vol. 2 (UME UMV24040) (Catalan)
22 Toselli Serenata (Serenade).
C (cf): Italian Favorites (Hal Leonard HLE00310584Music Sales) (Ital)
C: Italian Songs & Arias (Mel Bay MLB95480) (Ital/Eng)
23 Tosti A vucchella. (M)
F (fg) or Eb: publ. separately (high or medium) (Ricordi NR 11214700 or 11214800) (Ital)
F, Eb or Eb: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high, medium or low) (Peters EP
71768, 71769 or 71770) (Ital)
24 Verdi Il poveretto.
G (f#g), F or Eb: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high, medium or low)
(Peters EP 71768, 71769 or 71770) (Ital)
F: No. 3 from Verdi Composizioni da Camera (Ricordi NR 12338100) (Ital)
25 Pauline Viardot Cancin de la Infanta.
B min (df#) or A min: No. 12 from Songs and Duets of Garca, Malibran and Viardot (high or low)
(Alfred 16813 or 16814) (Span)
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18 Handel Bel piacere: from Agrippina, HWV 6.
G (dg): The First Book of Soprano Solos (G. Schirmer GS81173) (Ital)
19 Handel Recit: Frondi tenere and Aria: Ombra mai f: from Serse, HWV 40.
F (cf) or D: Handel 45 Arias from Operas and Oratorios, Vol. 2 (high or low) (IMC 1695 or 1696)
(Ital)
F: Handel Aria Album: Male Roles for High Voice (Brenreiter BA 4296) (Ital)
20 Handel Lascia chio pianga (Leave me to languish): from Rinaldo, HWV 7a.
F (fg) or Db: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 1 (high or low) (ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
21 Jason Howland & Mindi Dickstein Some things are meant to be: from Little Women.
G (be): Contemporary Musical Theatre for Teens, Young Womens Edition Vol. 1 (Hal Leonard
HL00129885)
22 Kander & Ebb Mister Cellophane: from Chicago. (M)
A (c#g): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Tenor Vol. 3 (Hal LeonardFaber)
G (bg): movie vocal selections (Faber)
23 Kern & Fields The Way You Look Tonight: from Swing Time.
Eb (cg): The Essential Jerome Kern Song Book (Wise AM81506)
24 Kern & Harbach Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: from Roberta.
Eb (g#f): publ. separately (Wise AM80441)
Eb: The Essential Jerome Kern Song Book (Wise AM81506)
Eb: The Definitive Jazz Collection (2nd edition) (Hal LeonardFaber)
Eb: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 1 (revised edition) (ending b. 32)
(Hal LeonardFaber)
25 Mitch Leigh & Darion The Impossible Dream: from Man of La Mancha.
Bb (ceb): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Baritone/Bass Vol. 1 (revised edition)
(Hal LeonardFaber)
26 Lerner & Loewe Just you wait: from My Fair Lady. (F)
(aeb): vocal selections (Faber)
(aeb): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 3 (Hal LeonardFaber)
27 Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice Those Canaan Days: from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor
Dreamcoat.
F min (cf): vocal score (Really Useful Group)
28 Andrew Lloyd Webber, Charles Hart & Richard Stilgoe Wishing you were somehow here again: from
The Phantom of the Opera.
(ag): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 3 (Hal LeonardFaber)
(ag): The Andrew Lloyd Webber Anthology (revised edition) (Hal Leonard HL00359075Music Sales)
29 Loesser If I Were a Bell: from Guys and Dolls. (F)
F (ce): vocal selections (MPL AM70061)
Eb: No. 15 from vocal score (MPL AM70079)
Eb: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 2 (revised edition) (Hal LeonardFaber)
30 Loesser Luck be a lady: from Guys and Dolls. (M)
Db (dbeb): No. 25 from vocal score (omitting bb. 79156) (MPL AM70079)
Db: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Baritone/Bass Vol. 2 (omitting bb. 79138) (Hal Leonard
Faber)
C: vocal selections (MPL AM70061)
31 Mozart Ein Mdchen oder Weibchen (A sweetheart of my own): from Die Zauberflte, K. 620. (M)
F (Bd): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (low) (Peters EP 71770) (Ger/Eng)
32 Mozart Un moto di gioia (My heart in confusion), K. 579: from Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492.
G (bg): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 7 (high) (Peters EP 71768) (Ital/Eng)
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GRADE 8
PREREQUISITE FOR ENTRY: ABRSM Grade 5 (or above) in Music Theory, Practical Musician-
ship or any solo Jazz subject. For alternatives see www.abrsm.org/prerequisite.
THREE ACCOMPANIED SONGS: from memory, one chosen by the candidate from any three of the
five Lists, A, B, C, D and E (listed below). For further details see pages 9, 10 and 14.
ONE UNACCOMPANIED TRADITIONAL SONG: from memory, of the candidates own choice. For
further details see page 11.
SIGHT-SINGING: a short piece of previously unseen music, accompanied by the examiner at the
piano. For further details see pages 12 and 13.
AURAL TESTS FOR THE GRADE: administered by the examiner from the piano. For further
details see pages 88 and 93.
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LIST A (cont.)
23 Haydn O tuneful voice (O Stimme hold), Hob. XXVIa/42.
Eb (bg), C or Bb: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (high, medium or low)
(Peters EP 71771, 71772 or 71773) (Eng)
Eb: No. 41 from Haydn Lieder(Henle HN 535) (Eng)
Eb: No. 14 from Haydn Canzonettas and Songs(Peters EP 1351a) (Eng/Ger)
Eb: No. 13 from O Tuneful Voice (OUP) (Eng)
24 Haydn The Spirits Song Hark, what I tell to thee (Des Geistes Gesang), Hob. XXVIa/41.
G min (c#ab), F min or D min: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (high,
medium or low) (Peters EP 71771, 71772 or 71773) (Eng)
F min: No. 40 from Haydn Lieder(Henle HN 535) (Eng)
F min: No. 13 from Haydn Canzonettas and Songs(Peters EP 1351a) (Eng/Ger)
25 Haydn Recit: Straight opening her fertile womb and Air: Now heavn in fullest glory shone: from The
Creation, Hob XXI/2.
D (Feb): Nos 22 and 23 from vocal score(Novello NOV072485)
D: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (low)(Peters EP 71773)
26 Haydn The Wanderer (Der Wanderer): from 12 Canzonettas, Hob. XXVIa/32.
G min (deb): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (high)(Peters EP 71771) (Eng)
G min: No. 32 from Haydn Lieder(Henle HN 535) (Eng)
G min: No. 8 from Haydn Canzonettas and Songs(Peters EP 1351a) (Eng/Ger)
G min: No. 11 from O Tuneful Voice (OUP) (Eng)
27 Humperdinck Weihnachten (Christmas).
F (dg): arr. Marsh. No. 6 from Spirit be joyful! 14 Songs for Advent or Christmas (high)(OUP)
(Ger/Eng)
28 Leveridge Who is Silvia?
E (d#g#) or D: English Baroque Songs 1 (high or medium)(Green Man Press GMEBS 1H or
GMEBS 1M)
29 Mendelssohn O for the wings of a dove: from Hear My Prayer.
G (dg) or Eb: arr. Jenkins. Sing Solo Sacred (high or low)(OUP)
30 Mozart Agnus Dei: No. 6 from Mass in C, Coronation, K. 317.
F (cf): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (high)(Peters EP 71771) (Latin)
31 Poulenc Priez pour paix.
F min (ebeb) or C min: No. 22 from Everlasting Voices (medium-high or medium-low)(Peters EP
72672a or 72672b) (Fr)
F min: The Best of Poulenc: 40 Selected Songs for Medium Voice(Eschig DF 01612200) (Fr)
32 John Rutter The Lord bless you and keep you.
F (bb g) or Db: Oxford Solo Songs: Sacred (high or low)(OUP)
33 John Rutter Shepherds Pipe Carol.
F (cg) or Eb: No. 17 from Sing Solo Christmas (high or low)(OUP)
34 attrib. Stradella Piet, Signore (O Lord, have mercy).
D min (dg) or A min: 24 Italian Songs and Arias (medium-high or medium-low)(G. Schirmer
GS26114 or GS26115) (Ital/Eng)
C min or A min: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 2 (high or low)(ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
35 Vivaldi Qui sedes ad dexteram Patris: from Gloria in D, RV 589.
B min (c#d): No. 10 from vocal score(Ricordi LD 00054100) (Latin/Eng)
B min: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (medium) (Peters EP 71772) (Latin)
36 Vivaldi Stabat Mater: from Stabat Mater, RV 621.
F min (ab db): No. 1 from vocal score(Ricordi NR 13156500) (Latin)
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LIST B (cont.)
15 Faur Automne, Op. 18 No. 3.
C# min (eg#), B min or A min: No. 11 from Faur 30 Songs (high, medium or low)(IMC 1601, 1602
or 1132) (Fr)
C# min or B min: The Art of French Song, Vol. 2 (high or medium/low)(Peters EP 7520a or 7520b) (Fr)
C# min or B min: Faur 20 Mlodies, Vol. 2 (Soprano or Mezzo)(Hamelle HA09116 or HA09119) (Fr)
16 Faur La Chanson du pcheur (The Song of the Fisherman), Op. 4 No. 1.
A min (ea) or F min: Faur 25 Selected Songs (high or low)(G. Schirmer GS26106 or GS26107)
(Fr/Eng)
17 Faur Les roses dIspahan (The Rose of Ispahan), Op. 39 No. 4.
E (eg#), D or C: The Language of Song: Advanced (high, medium or low)(Faber) (Fr)
E, D or C: No. 14 from Faur 30 Songs (high, medium or low)(IMC 1601, 1602 or 1132) (Fr)
E or D: Faur 25 Selected Songs (high or low)(G. Schirmer GS26106 or GS26107) (Fr/Eng)
E or D: Faur 20 Mlodies, Vol. 2 (Soprano or Mezzo)(Hamelle HA09116 or HA09119) (Fr)
E or D: Anthology of French Song (high or low)(G. Schirmer GS32604 or GS32605) (Fr/Eng)
18 Faur Madrigal, Op. 57 No. 3.
F (ff) or Eb: Faur 20 Mlodies, Vol. 3 (Soprano or Mezzo)(Hamelle HA09117 or HA09120) (Fr)
19 Faur Notre amour (Our Love), Op. 23 No. 2.
E (d#a/b) or D: The Language of Song: Advanced (high or medium)(Faber) (Fr)
E or D: Faur 25 Selected Songs (high or low)(G. Schirmer GS26106 or GS26107) (Fr/Eng)
E or D: Faur 20 Mlodies, Vol. 2 (Soprano or Mezzo)(Hamelle HA09116 or HA09119) (Fr)
20 Hahn Chloris.
E (d#f#): Hahn Mlodies, Vol. 2(Heugel HE27627) (Fr)
E or D: 20th-Century French Art Songs (high or medium/low)(Durand DF 01625000 or 01625100) (Fr)
21 Hahn Si mes vers avaient des ailes!(Were My Song with Wings Provided).
E (c#g#): The First Book of Soprano Solos(G. Schirmer GS81173) (Fr/Eng)
22 arr. A. Hopkins Quand mon mari se fchera: No. 5 from Five French Folk Songs. (F) E min (dd):
(Chester) (Fr)
23 Liszt ber allen Gipfeln ist Ruh (All around is silence and rest) (Repos).
G (dg): No. 4 from Liszt 20 Selected Songs(Peters EP 8590a) (Ger/Eng/Fr)
24 Massenet Nuit dEspagne.
G min (df/f#) or F min: The Art of French Song, Vol. 1 (high or medium/low) (Peters EP 7519a or
7519b) (Fr)
25 Mozart Als Luise die Briefe ihres ungetreuen Liebhabers verbrannte (Unglckliche Liebe), K. 520.
C min (cf): The Language of Song: Advanced (high)(Faber) (Ger)
C min or B min:No. 21 from Mozart Complete Songs (high or medium)(Brenreiter BA 5330 or 5328)
(Ger)
26 Paladilhe Le voyage.
(df) or (ceb): Gateway to French Mlodies (high or low)(Alfred 36533 or 36534)(Fr)
27 Paladilhe Psych.
Ab (cgb/ab) or F: Favorite French Art Songs, Vol. 1 (high or low)(Hal Leonard HL40046 or
HL40047Music Sales) (Fr)
Gb: Anthology of French Song (high or low)(G. Schirmer GS32604 or GS32605) (Fr/Eng)
28 Poulenc Les chemins de lamour (both verses, ending at the pause in b. 68).
(c#gb): publ. separately(Eschig ME 00622201) (Fr)
(c#gb): The Best of Poulenc: 35 Selected Songs for High Voice(Salabert SLB 00591800) (Fr)
(c#gb): 20th-Century French Art Songs (high or medium/low) (Durand DF 01625000 or 01625100)
(Fr)
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22 Head Money, O!
B min (b/df#) or G min: publ. separately(Boosey & Hawkes)
A min or G min: Art Song in English (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
G min: A Heritage of 20th-Century British Song, Vol. 4(Boosey & Hawkes)
23 Head A Piper.
F min (ebg) or D min: publ. separately (Boosey & Hawkes)
F min: Head Song Album, Vol. 1: Songs of the Countryside(Boosey & Hawkes)
24 Head A Slumber Song of the Madonna. C (ce) or Bb: publ. separately(Boosey & Hawkes)
25 Howells Come Sing and Dance. Ab (dab): publ. separately(OUP)
26 Howells King David.
(c#f): A Heritage of 20th-Century British Song, Vol. 4(Boosey & Hawkes)
27 Ireland Sea Fever.
A min (eg), G min, F min or E min: publ. separately(Stainer & Bell 1500, 1499, 1498 or H218)
E min: Ireland 11 Songs(Stainer & Bell B040)
E min: Ireland The Complete Works for Voice & Piano, Vol. 2(Stainer & Bell B597)
28 Gordon Jacob Mother, I will have a husband. (F)
G (de): publ. separately(Stainer & Bell 1520)
G: A Century of English Song, Vol. 4: Ten Songs for medium/low voice (female)(Thames TH978614)
29 Maconchy Ophelias Song. (F) (ebg): publ. separately(OUP)
30 Cecilia McDowall If there are angels.
A (df): The Boosey & Hawkes Song Collection, Vol. 2(Boosey & Hawkes)
31 Parry Weep you no more.
G min/G (dg): No. 2 from Parry Seven Songs (high)(Stainer & Bell B525)
32 Quilter Ca the yowes to the knowes.
C min (ebg) or A min: Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
33 Quilter Fear no more the heat o the sun: No. 1 from Five Shakespeare Songs, Op. 23.
(fbf#) or (dbeb): Quilter Five Shakespeare Songs (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
(fbf#) or (dbeb): Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
34 Quilter Go, lovely rose: No. 3 from Five English Love Lyrics, Op. 24. (M)
Gb (fgb) or D: Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
F: The First Book of Tenor Solos(G. Schirmer GS81175)
35 Quilter Loves Philosophy, Op. 3 No. 1.
F (da) or D: Roger Quilter 18 Songs for Voice and Piano (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
F or D: Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
F: A Heritage of 20th-Century British Song, Vol. 4(Boosey & Hawkes)
36 Quilter Now sleeps the crimson petal, Op. 3 No. 2.
G (eg) or Eb: Roger Quilter Collected Songs (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
Gb or Eb: Roger Quilter 18 Songs for Voice and Piano (high or low)(Boosey & Hawkes)
37 Rubbra A Hymn to the Virgin, Op. 13 No. 2.
(dg): No. 1 from Rubbra Two Songs (Op. 13 No. 2 & Op. 4 No. 2)(Lengnick AL 1163)
38 Steele Loveliest of trees.
F (cg): No. 1 from Music by Douglas Steele, Vol. 2: Selected Songs(Forsyth FSD02)
39 Thiman I wandered lonely as a cloud.
Db (cgb): Thiman 13 Songs(Stainer & Bell B665)
40 arr. Vaughan Williams The Turtle Dove. Bb min (dbeb): publ. separately (unison edition)
(Curwen JC71872)
41 Vaughan Williams The Vagabond: from Songs of Travel. (M) E min (d#g) or C min: (high or low)
(Boosey & Hawkes)
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42 Warlock The bayley berith the bell away.
Eb (geb): A Heritage of 20th-Century British Song, Vol. 3(Boosey & Hawkes)
43 Warlock Captain Strattons Fancy. F (cf) or D: publ. separately(Stainer & Bell 1795 or 1794)
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5 G. & I. Gershwin By Strauss: from The Show is On.
F (cf): The Best of George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin (Faber)
F: The Great Songs of Gershwin(Alfred SF0147)
F: George Gershwin: The Definitive Songbook(Faber)
6 G. & I. Gershwin Someone to watch over me: from Oh, Kay!
Eb (ebf): The Best of George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin (omitting verse 2) (Faber)
Eb: The Great Songs of Gershwin(Alfred SF0147)
Eb: George Gershwin: The Definitive Songbook(Faber)
C: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 3(Hal LeonardFaber)
7 G. Gershwin, I. Gershwin & Heyward It aint necessarily so: from Porgy and Bess.
G min (dg): song album(Alfred VF1910)
G min: The Best of George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin (Faber)
G min: The Great Songs of Gershwin(Alfred SF0147)
G min: George Gershwin: The Definitive Songbook(Faber)
8 Gilbert & Sullivan Oh, Goddess Wise (Princesss Song): from Princess Ida.
Eb (fbb): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Soprano (Hal Leonard HL00740214Music Sales)
Eb: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 3(Hal LeonardFaber)
Eb: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (high) (Peters EP 71771)
9 Gilbert & Sullivan Poor wandring one (Mabels Song): from The Pirates of Penzance.
Ab (ebbb/db): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Soprano (Hal Leonard HL00740214Music Sales)
Ab: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 2 (revised edition) (Hal LeonardFaber)
10 Gilbert & Sullivan Silverd is the raven hair (including Recit: Sad is that womans lot) (Janes Song):
from Patience.
Eb (geb): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Mezzo-Soprano(Hal Leonard HL00740215Music Sales)
Eb: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (medium)(Peters EP 71772)
11 Gilbert & Sullivan Sorry her lot who loves too well (Josephines Song): from HMS Pinafore.
F min/F (ebb): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Soprano (Hal Leonard HL00740214Music Sales)
12 Gilbert & Sullivan Take a pair of sparkling eyes (Marcos Song): from The Gondoliers.
Gb (gbab): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Tenor Vol. 3(Hal LeonardFaber)
Gb: Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Tenor(Hal Leonard HL00740216Music Sales)
Gb: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (high)(Peters EP 71771)
13 Gilbert & Sullivan A tenor, all singers above (Captain Fitzbattleaxes Song) (observing repeat): from
Utopia, Limited.
Ab/F (ebab): Gilbert & Sullivan for Singers Tenor(Hal Leonard HL00740216Music Sales)
14 Gluck O del mio dolce ardor (O blissful cause of ardour/Oh you, my hearts desire): from Paride ed
Elena.
G min (da), E min or D min: The Language of Song: Advanced (high, medium or low)(Faber) (Ital)
G min or D min: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 1 (high or low)(ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
F min or D min: No. 27 from 30 Italian Songs and Arias of the 17th & 18th Centuries (medium-high or
medium-low)(Peters EP 7743a or 7743b) (Ital/Eng)
15 Handel Cara sposa, amante cara: from Rinaldo, HWV 7a.
F# min (c#f#) or D min: Handel 45 Arias from Operas and Oratorios, Vol. 1 (high or low)(IMC 1693
or 1694) (Ital)
E min: Handel Aria Album: Male Roles for High Voice(Brenreiter BA 4296) (Ital)
16 Humperdinck Der kleine Taumann heiss ich (Dew-Fairys Song) (ending b. 48): from Hnsel und Gretel.
D (e a): P. 117 from vocal score (new edition)(Schott ED 8029) (Ger/Eng)
D: P. 101 from vocal score(Dover 0486438260) (Eng)
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17 Kern & Hammerstein Cant help lovin dat man: from Show Boat. (F)
Eb (bb f/gb): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 1 (revised edition)(Hal
LeonardFaber)
Eb (bb f): No. 5 from vocal score(ending p. 72) (Wise AM79948)
18 Kern & Hammerstein Ol man river: from Show Boat.
Eb (bb g): The Definitive Jazz Collection (2nd edition)(Hal LeonardFaber)
Eb: The Essential Jerome Kern Song Book(Wise AM81506)
C (Ge): No. 3 from vocal score(Wise AM79948)
19 Lehr Vilja (omitting repeat): from Die lustige Witwe.
G (dg/b): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 2 (revised edition) (starting at
Allegretto) (Hal LeonardFaber) (Ger/Eng)
G: Lehr Songs from The Merry Widow (English version by Jeremy Sams)(Glocken-Verlag) (Eng/Ger)
G: Lehr Songs from The Merry Widow (English version by Christopher Hassall)(Glocken-Verlag)
(Eng/Ger)
20 Andrew Lloyd Webber & David Zippel Evermore Without You: from The Woman in White.
(bb a): vocal selections(Really Useful Group)
(bb a): The Andrew Lloyd Webber Anthology (revised edition)(Hal Leonard HL00359075Music
Sales)
(aab): publ. separately(Really Useful Group)
21 Andrew Lloyd Webber & Glenn Slater Love never dies: from Love Never Dies.
Bb (bb bb): The Andrew Lloyd Webber Anthology (revised edition)(Hal Leonard HL00359075)
22 Loesser Adelaides Lament: from Guys and Dolls. (F)
(ab d): No. 8 from vocal score(MPL AM70079)
(ab d): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Mezzo-Soprano/Belter Vol. 2 (revised edition) (Hal
LeonardFaber)
(gc/d): vocal selections(MPL AM70061)
(gc): Musical Theatre Collection for Young Women Singers(Hal Leonard HLE90001476Music
Sales)
23 Loesser Ill know (this version only): from Guys and Dolls. (F)
A (eg#/a): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 2 (revised edition) (Hal Leonard
Faber)
24 Loesser Sit down, youre rockin the boat: from Guys & Dolls.
F (fbb): No. 28 from vocal score(Nicelys part) (MPL AM70079)
F: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Tenor Vol. 2 (Hal LeonardFaber)
C: vocal selections(MPL AM70061)
25 Lotti Pur dicesti, o bocca bella (When your lips/Gently murmur/You have spoken): from Arminio.
G (ga) or C: A Selection of Italian Arias 16001800, Vol. 2 (high or low)(ABRSM) (Ital/Eng)
E (ef#/g#), D or C:The Language of Song: Advanced (high, medium or low)(Faber) (Ital)
E (ef#) or C: No. 12 from 26 Italian Songs and Arias (medium-high or medium-low)(Alfred 3402 or
3403) (Ital/Eng)
E or C: No. 16 from 30 Italian Songs and Arias of the 17th & 18th Centuries (medium-high or medium-
low)(Peters EP 7743a or 7743b) (Ital/Eng)
26 Massenet Va! laisse couler mes larmes (No, let all my tears continue): from Werther.
D min (cf): Operatic Anthology, Vol. 2: Mezzo-Soprano and Alto(G. Schirmer GS32584) (Fr/Eng)
27 Alan Menken & Tim Rice If I cant love her: from Beauty and the Beast. (M)
(bf): vocal selections(Hal Leonard HLD00312511Music Sales)
(bf): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Baritone/Bass Vol. 3 (Hal LeonardFaber)
28 Menotti Dont cry, Mother dear (upper part at end): from Amahl and the Night Visitors.
F (ea): Fig. 1824 from vocal score(G. Schirmer GS33779)
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Mozart Dalla sua pace (Shine, lights of heaven/All that can please her/On her contentment): from
29
Don Giovanni, K. 527. (M)
G (dg): No. 10b from vocal score(G. Schirmer GS33818) (Ital/Eng)
G: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (high) (Peters EP 71771) (Ital/Eng)
G: Italian Songs & Arias(Mel Bay MLB95480) (Ital/Eng)
30 Mozart O Isis und Osiris (O mighty Isis and Osiris): from Die Zauberflte, K. 620.
F (Fc): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (low)(Peters EP 71773) (Ger/Eng)
31 Mozart Se vuol ballare (Should my dear master want some diversion/If youll go dancing): from Le
nozze di Figaro, K. 492.
F (Cf): No. 3 from vocal score(G. Schirmer GS33772) (Ital/Eng)
F: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (low)(Peters EP 71773) (Ital/Eng)
32 Mozart Una donna a quindici anni (When a girl is just beginning): from Cos fan tutte, K. 588.
G (db): The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (high)(Peters EP 71771) (Ital/Eng)
33 I. Novello & Hassall Waltz of my heart: from The Dancing Years.
Eb (bb g): Ivor Novello Song Album(Faber)
34 C. Porter So in Love: from Kiss Me, Kate. (F)
A (c#f#): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 1 (revised edition)(Hal Leonard
Faber)
Ab: vocal selections(Alfred 36270)
Ab: The Best of Cole Porter (Faber)
Ab: Cole Porter 100th Anniversary (Alfred VF1713)
35 Purcell Ah! Belinda: from Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626.
C min (cf): No. 3 from vocal score(observing repeat) (Novello NOV070318)
C min: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (high, medium or low)(Peters EP 71771,
71772 or 71773)
C min or Bb min: Purcell 40 Songs (high or low) (IMC 2071 or 2072)
36 Purcell Music for a while: from Oedipus, Z. 583.
Bb min (fgb) or G min:Purcell 15 Songs and Airs, Set 2 (high or low)(Novello NOV170265 or
NOV170266)
A min, G min or F min: The Art of Song (revised & expanded edition), Grade 8 (high, medium or low)
(Peters EP 71771, 71772 or 71773)
A min or F min: publ. separately (high or low)(IMC 1930 or 1931)
A min or F min: Purcell 40 Songs (high or low)(IMC 2071 or 2072)
A min: No. 5 from Purcell Songs, Vol. 1 (Schott ED 12409)
F min: No. 4 from Purcell Songs, Vol. 4(Schott ED 12493)
37 Rodgers & Hammerstein Climb evry mountain (this version only): from The Sound of Music.
(cab): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 1 (revised edition)(Hal LeonardFaber)
38 Rodgers & Hammerstein If I loved you: from Carousel.
(cgb): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 1 (revised edition)(Hal Leonard
Faber)
(cgb): The Broadway Ingnue: 37 Theatre Songs for Soprano(Hal LeonardFaber)
(af): vocal selections(Williamson HLW01121008)
(af): The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection(Williamson HL00313207)
39 Rodgers & Hammerstein Some enchanted evening: from South Pacific.
C (ce): vocal selections(Williamson HLW00312400)
C: The Rodgers & Hammerstein Collection(Williamson HL00313207)
C: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Baritone/Bass Vol. 1 (revised edition)(Hal LeonardFaber)
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40 Claude-Michel Schnberg & Alain Boublil Empty chairs at empty tables: from Les Misrables.
(ag): stage vocal selections(Wise MF10149)
(ag): film vocal selections(Wise MF10150)
(ag): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Baritone/Bass Vol. 2(Hal LeonardFaber)
41 Stephen Schwartz Popular: from Wicked. (F)
(gc): vocal selections(Hal Leonard HL00313268Music Sales)
(gc): Contemporary Musical Theatre for Teens, Young Womens Edition Vol. 2(Hal Leonard
HL00129886Music Sales)
42 Lucy Simon & Marsha Norman A Bit of Earth: from The Secret Garden. (M)
A (dbgb/a): vocal selections(Alfred VF1792)
A: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Tenor Vol. 2 (Hal LeonardFaber)
43 Slade & Reynolds Cleopatra: from Salad Days. (M)
E min (df#): No. 11 from vocal score(Faber)
44 Slade & Reynolds The Time of My Life: from Salad Days.
F (cg/a): No. 15 from vocal score(Faber)
45 Stephen Sondheim Giants in the Sky: from Into the Woods.
(cf#): stage vocal selections(Hal Leonard HL00313442Music Sales)
(cf#): Sondheim for Singers: Tenor (Hal Leonard HL00124181Music Sales)
(g#d): film vocal selections(Hal Leonard HL00142341Music Sales)
46 Stephen Sondheim Green finch and linnet bird: from Sweeney Todd.
F (cg): stage vocal selections(not film selections) (Hal Leonard HL00313444Music Sales)
F: Sondheim for Singers: Soprano (Hal Leonard HL00124179Music Sales)
F: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Soprano Vol. 1 (revised edition)(Hal LeonardFaber)
47 Stephen Sondheim What can you lose?: from Dick Tracey.
C (cg): Sondheim for Singers: Tenor (Hal Leonard HL00124181Music Sales)
B: The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Tenor Vol. 3(Hal LeonardFaber)
Bb: The Stephen Sondheim Collection (Hal Leonard HL00313531Music Sales)
Ab: Sondheim for Singers: Soprano (Hal Leonard HL00124179Music Sales)
Ab: Sondheim for Singers: Baritone/Bass (Hal Leonard HL00124182Music Sales)
48 George Stiles & Anthony Drewe Practically Perfect: from Mary Poppins the New Musical.
D/Eb (ag): vocal selections(Hal Leonard HL00313303Music Sales)
D/Eb: Contemporary Musical Theatre for Teens, Young Womens Edition Vol. 2 (Hal Leonard
HL00129886Music Sales)
49 Styne & Stephen Sondheim All I Need is the Girl: from Gypsy. (M)
Bb (eg): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Tenor Vol. 1 (revised edition)(Hal LeonardFaber)
50 A . Thomas Connais-tu le pays? (Knowest thou that dear land?/Dost thou know that fair land?): from
Mignon.
Eb (eb g) or Db: publ. separately(UMP) (Eng/Fr)
Db: Operatic Anthology, Vol. 2: Mezzo-Soprano and Alto (G. Schirmer GS32584) (Fr/Eng)
51 Weill & Anderson Stay well: from Lost in the Stars.
Eb (bb eb): Weill From Berlin to Broadway(Hal LeonardFaber)
52 Weill & Hughes What good would the moon be?: from Street Scene. (F)
Eb (cg): Weill From Berlin to Broadway(Hal LeonardFaber)
53 Wright & Forrest (based on Borodin) Stranger in Paradise: from Kismet.
G (ebab): The Singers Musical Theatre Anthology, Tenor Vol. 1 (revised edition)(Hal Leonard
Faber)
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AURAL TESTS: included in the Practical exams for all subjects
Listening lies at the heart of all good music-making. Developing aural awareness is fundamental
to musical training because having a musical ear impacts on all aspects of musicianship.
Singing, both silently in the head and out loud, is one of the best ways to develop the musical
ear. It connects the internal imagining of sound, the inner ear, with the external creation of it,
without the necessity of mechanically having to find the note on an instrument (important
though that connection is). By integrating aural activities in imaginative ways in the lesson,
preparation for the aural tests within an exam will be a natural extension of what is already an
essential part of the learning experience.
In the exam
Aural tests are an integral part of all Practical graded exams.
The tests are administered by the examiner from the piano. For any test that requires a sung
response, pitch rather than vocal quality is being assessed. The examiner will be happy to adapt
to the vocal range of the candidate, whose responses may be sung to any vowel (or consonant
followed by a vowel), hummed or whistled (and at a different octave, if appropriate).
Assessment
Some tests allow for a second attempt or for an additional playing by the examiner, if necessary.
The examiner will also be ready to prompt, where helpful, although this may affect the
assessment.
Marks are not awarded for each individual test or deducted for mistakes; instead they reflect
the candidates overall response in this section. The marking criteria for the aural tests are given
on p. 101.
Specimen tests
Examples of the tests are given in Specimen Aural Tests and Aural Training in Practice (from
2011), available for purchase from music retailers and from www.abrsm.org/shop.
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Aural Tests GRADE 1
A To clap the pulse of a piece played by the examiner, and to identify whether it is in two time or
three time. The examiner will start playing the passage, and the candidate should join in as soon
as possible, clapping in time and giving a louder clap on the strong beats. The examiner will then
ask whether the music is in two time or three time. The candidate is not required to state the time
signature.
B To sing as echoes three phrases played by the examiner. The phrases will be two bars long, in a
major key, and within the range of tonicmediant. First the examiner will play the key-chord and
the starting note (the tonic) and then count in two bars. After the examiner has played each phrase,
the candidate should sing back the echo without a pause, keeping in time.
C To identify where a change in pitch occurs during a phrase played by the examiner. The phrase
will be two bars long, in a major key, and the change will affect only one of the notes. First the examiner
will play the key-chord and the tonic and then count in two bars. The examiner will play the phrase
twice, making the change in the second playing, after which the candidate should state whether the
change was near the beginning or near the end. If necessary, the examiner will play both versions
of the phrase again (although this may affect the assessment).
D To answer questions about two features of a piece played by the examiner. Before playing, the
examiner will tell the candidate which two features the questions will be about. The first will be:
dynamics (loud/quiet, or sudden/gradual changes); the second will be articulation (smooth/
detached).
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Aural Tests GRADE 3
A To clap the pulse of a piece played by the examiner, and to identify whether it is in two time,
three time or four time. The examiner will start playing the passage, and the candidate should join
in as soon as possible, clapping in time and giving a louder clap on the strong beats. The examiner
will then ask whether the music is in two time, three time or four time. The candidate is not required
to state the time signature.
B To sing as echoes three phrases played by the examiner. The phrases will be two bars long, in a
major or minor key, and within the range of an octave. First the examiner will play the key-chord
and the starting note and then count in two bars. After the examiner has played each phrase, the
candidate should sing back the echo without a pause, keeping in time.
C To identify a change in either pitch or rhythm during a phrase played by the examiner. The phrase
will be up to four bars long, in a major or minor key. First the examiner will play the key-chord and
the tonic and then count in two bars. The examiner will play the phrase twice, making the change
in the second playing, after which the candidate should identify the change by describing it, or
singing/clapping. If necessary, the examiner will play both versions of the phrase again (although
this may affect the assessment).
D To answer questions about two features of a piece played by the examiner. Before playing, the
examiner will tell the candidate which two features the questions will be about. The first will be one
of the following: dynamics (loud/quiet, or sudden/gradual changes), articulation (smooth/detached),
tempo (becoming slower/faster, or staying the same); the second will be tonality (major/minor key).
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Aural Tests GRADE 5
A To sing or play from memory a melody played twice by the examiner. The melody will be within
the range of an octave, in a major or minor key with up to three sharps or flats. First the examiner
will play the key-chord and the starting note and then count in two bars. (If the candidate chooses
to play, the examiner will also name the key-chord and the starting note, as appropriate for the
instrument.) If necessary, the examiner will play the melody again and allow a second attempt
(although this may affect the assessment).
B To sing six notes from score in free time. The candidate may choose to sing from treble or bass clef.
The notes will be within the range of a fifth above and a fourth below the tonic, in a major key with
up to two sharps or flats. The test will begin and end on the tonic and will not contain intervals
greater than a third, except for the rising fourth from dominant to tonic. First the examiner will name
and play the key-chord and the starting note. If necessary, the examiner will help the candidate by
playing and identifying the correct note if any note is sung at the wrong pitch.
C (i) To answer questions about two features of a piece played by the examiner. Before playing, the
examiner will tell the candidate which two features the questions will be about. The first will be one
of the following: dynamics, articulation, tempo, tonality, character; the second will be style and
period.
(ii) To clap the rhythm of the notes in an extract from the same piece, and to identify whether it is
in two time, three time or four time. The examiner will play the extract twice (unharmonized), after
which the candidate should clap back the rhythm. The examiner will then ask whether the music is
in two time, three time or four time. The candidate is not required to state the time signature.
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Aural Tests GRADE 7
A To sing or play from memory the lower part of a two-part phrase played twice by the examiner.
The lower part will be within the range of an octave, in a major or minor key with up to three sharps
or flats. First the examiner will play the key-chord and the starting note and then count in two bars. (If
the candidate chooses to play, the examiner will also name the key-chord and the starting note, as
appropriate for the instrument.) If necessary, the examiner will play the phrase again and allow a
second attempt (although this may affect the assessment).
B To sing the upper part of a two-part phrase from score, with the lower part played by the
examiner. The candidate may choose to sing from treble or bass clef. The upper part will be within
the range of an octave, in a major or minor key with up to four sharps or flats. First the examiner
will name and play the key-chord and the starting note and then give the pulse. A brief period of
preparation will follow during which the candidate may sing out loud. The examiner will play the
key-chord and the starting note again and then count in two bars. If necessary, the examiner will
allow a second attempt (although this may affect the assessment).
C(i) To identify the cadence at the end of a phrase as perfect, imperfect or interrupted. The phrase
will be in a major or minor key and will be played twice by the examiner. The chords forming the
cadence will be in root position. Before the first playing, the examiner will play the key-chord.
(ii) To identify the two chords forming the above cadence. The chords will be limited to the tonic,
subdominant, dominant, dominant seventh or submediant (all in root position). First the examiner
will name and play the key-chord, then play the two chords as a pair. The candidate may answer
using technical names (tonic, dominant, etc.), chord numbers (I, V, etc.) or letter names (C major,
G major, etc.).
(iii) To identify whether the modulation at the end of a different passage is to the dominant,
subdominant or relative minor. The passage, played once by the examiner, will begin in a major
key. First the examiner will name and play the starting key-chord. The candidate may answer using
technical names (dominant, subdominant, relative minor) or the letter name of the new key.
D (i) To answer questions about two features of a piece played by the examiner. Before playing, the
examiner will tell the candidate which two of the following features the questions will be about:
dynamics, articulation, tempo, tonality, character, style and period, texture, structure.
(ii) To clap the rhythm of the notes in an extract from the same piece, and to identify whether it is
in two time, three time, four time or 6/8 time. T he examiner will play the extract twice
(unharmonized), after which the candidate should clap back the rhythm. The examiner will then
ask whether the music is in two time, three time, four time or 6/8 time.
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Aural Tests GRADE 8
A (i) To sing or play from memory the lowest part of a three-part phrase played twice by the examiner.
The lowest part will be within the range of an octave, in a major or minor key with up to three sharps
or flats. First the examiner will play the key-chord and the starting note and then count in two bars.
(If the candidate chooses to play, the examiner will also name the key-chord and the starting note,
as appropriate for the instrument.) If necessary, the examiner will play the phrase again and allow
a second attempt (although this may affect the assessment).
(ii) To identify the cadence at the end of a continuing phrase as perfect, imperfect, interrupted or
plagal. The phrase will be in a major or minor key and will be played twice by the examiner. The
chords forming the cadence will be limited to the tonic (root position, first or second inversions),
supertonic (root position or first inversion), subdominant (root position), dominant (root position,
first or second inversions), dominant seventh (root position) or submediant (root position). Before
the first playing, the examiner will play the key-chord.
(iii) To identify the three chords (including their positions) forming the above cadential progression.
The chords will be limited to the tonic (root position, first or second inversions), supertonic (root
position or first inversion), subdominant (root position), dominant (root position, first or second
inversions), dominant seventh (root position) or submediant (root position). First the examiner will
name and play the key-chord, then play the three chords in sequence, finally playing each chord
individually, pausing for the candidate to identify it. The candidate may answer using technical
names (tonic, first inversion, etc.), chord numbers (Ib, etc.) or letter names (C major in first inversion,
etc.).
B To sing the lower part of a two-part phrase from score, with the upper part played by the
examiner. The candidate may choose to sing from treble or bass clef. The lower part will be within
the range of an octave, in a major or minor key with up to four sharps or flats. First the examiner
will name and play the key-chord and the starting note and then give the pulse. A brief period of
preparation will follow during which the candidate may sing out loud. The examiner will play the
key-chord and the starting note again and then count in two bars. If necessary, the examiner will
allow a second attempt (although this may affect the assessment).
C To identify whether the modulations at the end of two different passages are to the dominant,
subdominant or relative minor/major. The first passage will begin in a major key and the second
will begin in a minor key; each passage will be played once by the examiner. Before playing each
passage, the examiner will name and play the starting key-chord. The candidate may answer using
technical names (dominant*, subdominant, relative minor/major) or the letter name of the new key.
(* Minor-key passages may modulate to the dominant major or minor but the candidate is only
required to specify dominant in such cases.)
D To describe the characteristic features of a piece played by the examiner. After hearing the piece,
the candidate should describe any notable features (such as texture, structure, character, style and
period, etc.). The examiner will prompt the candidate with questions only if this becomes necessary.
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ARSM
The ARSM diploma is available to instrumentalists and singers of any age. Bridging the gap
between Grade 8 and DipABRSM (Music Performance), it provides musicians with an
opportunity to develop their performance technique and interpretative skills, while focusing on
programme building and extending their repertoire.
Key features
Candidates present a balanced and varied programme, as follows:
the programme lasts 30 minutes
at least 20 minutes of the music is chosen from the repertoire list
the remaining programme time may be made up of own-choice repertoire, of Grade 8
standard or above
There are no additional supporting tests or other requirements
ARSM exams take place at the same venues and time periods as ABRSMs graded music
exams
ARSM is a letter-bearing qualification. Candidates awarded the diploma can use the letters
ARSM (Associate of the Royal Schools of Music) after their name.
Those entering for an ARSM diploma must first have passed ABRSM Grade 8 (or a listed
alternative). Full details of the exam and entry requirements are available at www.abrsm.org/
performance-arsm.
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DipABRSM / LRSM / FRSM (Music Performance)
These diplomas are available to instrumentalists and singers of any age. Through a combination
of live and written components, candidates demonstrate their performance, communication
and research skills, as well as their musical knowledge and understanding. Each diploma serves
as a stepping stone to the next level.
Key features
Candidates:
present a recital programme
submit programme notes (DipABRSM & LRSM) or a written submission (FRSM)
undertake a viva voce, with questions covering the recital, programme notes/written
submission as well as other aspects of performance
pminutes
erform a short piece of unaccompanied and previously unseen music after five
preparation time (quick study)
These diploma exams take place at specific venues and times of the year
Each diploma is a letter-bearing qualification. Candidates awarded a diploma can use the
letters DipABRSM (Diploma of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music), LRSM
(Licentiate of the Royal Schools of Music) or FRSM (Fellowship of the Royal Schools of Music)
after their name as appropriate.
Those entering for one of these diplomas must fulfil a specific ABRSM prerequisite (or a listed
alternative). Full details of the exam and entry requirements are available at www.abrsm.org/
diplomas.
Further diploma exams: DipABRSM, LRSM and FRSM diplomas are also available for
Instrumental/Vocal Teaching and Music Direction. Full details are available at www.abrsm.org/
diplomas.
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MUSIC THEORY
ABRSM Music Theory exams are available for Grades 18. Candidates may be entered for any
grade irrespective of age and without previously having taken any other grade. The full syllabus
is available at www.abrsm.org/theory.
Grade 5 as a prerequisite
We believe that a thorough understanding of the elements of music is essential for a full and
satisfying performance at the higher grades.
A longstanding ABRSM requirement is that candidates must pass Grade 5 or above in Music
Theory (or in Practical Musicianship or any solo Jazz instrument) before they can enter for
Grades 6, 7 or 8 Practical exams.
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PRACTICAL MUSICIANSHIP
ABRSM Practical Musicianship exams are available for Grades 18 and are open to singers and
instrumentalists. Candidates may be entered for any grade irrespective of age and without
previously having taken any other grade. The full syllabus is available at www.abrsm.org/
practicalmusicianship.
Grade 5 as a prerequisite
We believe that a thorough understanding of the elements of music is essential for a full and
satisfying performance at the higher grades.
A longstanding ABRSM requirement is that candidates must pass Grade 5 or above in Practical
Musicianship (or in Music Theory or any solo Jazz instrument) before they can enter for Grades
6, 7 or 8 Practical exams.
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MARKING CRITERIA
Grades 18 Songs
Pitch Time Tone Shape Performance
Distinction Highly accurate notes Fluent, with flexibility Well projected Expressive, idiomatic Assured
2730 and intonation where appropriate Sensitive use of tonal musical shaping and detail Fully committed
Rhythmic character qualities Vivid communication of
well conveyed character and style
Merit Largely accurate notes Sustained, effective tempo Mainly controlled and Clear musical shaping, Positive
2426 and intonation Good sense of rhythm consistent well-realised detail Carrying musical
Good tonal awareness conviction
Character and style
communicated
Pass Generally correct notes Suitable tempo Generally reliable Some realisation of Generally secure, prompt
2023 Sufficiently reliable Generally stable pulse Adequate tonal awareness musical shape and/or recovery from slips
intonation to maintain Overall rhythmic accuracy detail Some musical involvement
tonality
Below Pass Frequent note errors Unsuitable and/or Uneven and/or unreliable Musical shape and detail Insecure, inadequate
1719 Insufficiently reliable uncontrolled tempo Inadequate tonal insufficiently conveyed recovery from slips
intonation to maintain Irregular pulse awareness Insufficient musical
tonality Inaccurate rhythm involvement
1316 Largely inaccurate notes Erratic tempo and/or pulse Serious lack of tonal Musical shape and detail Lacking continuity
and/or intonation control largely unrealised No musical involvement
1012 Highly inaccurate notes Incoherent tempo and/or No tonal control No shape or detail Unable to continue for
and/or intonation pulse more than a short section
0 No work offered No work offered No work offered No work offered No work offered
Grades 18 Unaccompanied traditional song Sight-singing Grades 18 Aural tests
Distinction Excellent control of pitch and intonation Fluent, rhythmically accurate Distinction Accurate throughout
1921 Rhythmic character well conveyed Accurate notes/pitch/key 1718 Musically perceptive
Sensitive use of vocal qualities Musical detail realised Confident response
Expressive, idiomatic musical shaping Confident presentation
Fully committed communication, vivid story-telling
Merit Good control of pitch and intonation Adequate tempo, usually steady pulse Merit Strengths significantly
1718 Rhythmic character conveyed Mainly correct rhythm 1516 outweigh weaknesses
Good use of vocal qualities Largely correct notes/pitch/key Musically aware
Clear musical shaping Largely secure presentation Secure response
Good musical involvement and story-telling
Pass Generally reliable control of pitch and intonation Continuity generally maintained Pass Strengths just outweigh
1416 Adequate sense of rhythmic character Note values mostly realised 1214 weaknesses
Sufficient use of vocal qualities Pitch outlines in place, despite errors Cautious response
Some musical shaping Cautious presentation
Some musical involvement and story-telling
Below Pass Unreliable control of pitch and/or intonation Lacking overall continuity Below Pass Weaknesses outweigh
1113 Inadequate sense of rhythmic character Incorrect note values 911 strengths
Insufficient use of vocal qualities Very approximate notes/pitch/key Uncertain response
Lack of musical shaping Insecure presentation
Insufficient musical involvement and/or story-telling
710 Very unreliable control of pitch and/or intonation No continuity or incomplete 68 Inaccuracy throughout
Lacking rhythmic character Note values unrealised Vague response
No use of vocal qualities Pitch outlines absent
No musical shaping Very uncertain presentation
Lacking musical involvement and/or story-telling
Access (candidates with specific needs), 8 Marking criteria, 3, 9, 14, 88, 1001
Accompaniment, 10, 12 Marking scheme, 9
Page-turner for accompanist, 10 Memory, Singing from, 10, 11
Simplification of piano accompaniment, 10 Merit, Marks for, 9
Arrangements (musical), 10 Metronome marks, 10
ARSM, 94 Music Theory, see Theory
Assessment criteria, see Marking criteria
Aural tests, 4, 8, 14, 8893 Ofqual, 5
Deaf or hearing-impaired candidates, 88 Order of the exam, 14
Marking criteria, 101 Ornaments, 10
Overlap of syllabuses, 4, 5
Buying music, 14
Page turns, 10
CCEA Regulation, 5 Pass, Marks for, 9
Changes in 2018, 4, 8 Performance Assessment, 5
Choral Singing, 5 Photocopying, Legality of, 10
Copies, Exam music, 10, 14 Phrasing, 10
Copying, see Photocopying Practical Musicianship, 4, 97
Grade 5 or above as prerequisite, 8, 96, 97
Da capo, dal segno, 10 Prep Test, 5, 6
Deaf candidates, 8, 88 Prerequisite for Grades 68 performance
DipABRSM, 95 exams, 8, 51, 62, 74
Diplomas, 5, 94, 95 Programme planning, 9
Disability, 8 Publishers, Contact details, 14
Distinction, Marks for, 9
Downloaded music, 10 Qualifications Wales, 5
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Index
Songs, cont.
Translations, 9, 11
Transposition, 9
Verses, 10
Vocal ranges, 9
Syllabus corrections/clarifications, 4
Syllabus overlap, 4, 5
Syllabus validity, 4, 5
Next syllabus, 5
Preceding syllabus, 4
Theory, 4, 96
Grade 5 or above as prerequisite, 8, 51, 62,
74, 96
Timings of songs, 9, 11, 16, 22, 28
Traditional song, see Unaccompanied
traditional song
Translations, 9, 11
UCAS points, 5
Unaccompanied traditional song, 11
Definition, 11
Genres, 11
Key, 11
Language, 11
Marking criteria, 101
Possible sources, 11
Timings, 11
Translation, 11
Verses, 10
Vocal ranges of songs, 9
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