ISoM
Level 1
QN: 610/4400/3
Curriculum Active
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by ISoM. Classified as a Performing Arts Graded Examination. Total guided learning hours: 384 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
ISoM
Syllabus Units
32 Units
Guided Hours
384 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Electronic Keyboard]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Perform a repertoire of simple pieces with attention to accurate pitch and rhythm.
- Demonstrate basic dynamic control and articulation in performance.
2
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Piano]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Perform a repertoire of simple pieces with attention to accurate pitch and rhythm.
- Demonstrate basic dynamic control and articulation in performance.
3
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Rock Guitar]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Perform a repertoire of simple pieces with attention to accurate pitch and rhythm.
- Demonstrate basic dynamic control and articulation in performance.
4
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Singing]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Perform a repertoire of simple pieces with attention to accurate pitch and rhythm.
- Demonstrate basic dynamic control and articulation in performance.
5
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Acoustic Guitar]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
6
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Bass Guitar]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
7
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Bassoon]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
8
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Cello]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
9
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Clarinet]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
10
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Classical Guitar]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
11
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Classical Singing]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
12
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [DJ]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate basic DJ technique and safe equipment handling at the decks/controller, maintaining steady timing while cueing and starting tracks.
- Identify and perform simple rhythmic mixing patterns using basic dynamics and articulation through the mixer and controls.
13
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Double Bass]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
14
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Drums]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Employ developing technical and musical skills to enhance audience engagement through accurate and expressive drumming.
- Respond to the structure, style, and dynamic contrasts of the material being performed.
- Adopt and sustain a clear sense of rhythmic precision, using accents and dynamic shifts to communicate effectively.
15
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Electric Guitar]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
16
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Euphonium]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
17
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Flute]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
18
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Flutophone]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
19
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [French Horn]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
20
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Harp]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
21
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Musical Theatre]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Enhance technical proficiency: Show improved control in pitch, vocal tone, articulation, and basic dance movements with fluency and accuracy.
- Communicate character and emotion
- Use voice, movement, and facial expressions to engage the audience, developing believable and expressive portrayals.
- Integrate performance elements: Combine singing, acting, and dancing with confidence, demonstrating emerging stage presence and coordination.
22
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Oboe]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
23
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Percussion]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Perform basic rudiments with control.Play short pieces incorporating varied dynamics, tempo changes and articulation.
24
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Recorder]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
25
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Saxophone]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
26
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Trombone]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
27
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Trumpet]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
28
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Tuba]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
29
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Ukulele]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
30
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Viola]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
31
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Violin]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate appropriate technical skills relevant to the instrument and grade through technical work within the performance programme.
- Perform music in a wide variety of styles appropriate to the grade.
- Demonstrate musical skills, knowledge, and understanding through the performance of a sustained programme of music.
32
ISoM Level 1 Award in Music Performance [Asynchronous] - Grade 1 [Voice, Speech and Communication]
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Perform prepared spoken material with appropriate technical and vocal control (e.g., clarity of diction, fluency, projection and audibility), showing increasing security and independence as the grades progress.
- Interpret and communicate texts effectively, making considered performance decisions to convey meaning, mood, style and character, and to engage the listener/audience.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the texts performed, including relevant contextual understanding and reflective/research-informed presentation.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/4400/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- ISoM
- Qualification Type
- Performing Arts Graded Examination
- Operational Start
- Jul 2024