TCL
Entry Level
QN: 601/0812/5
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TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by TCL. Classified as a Performing Arts Graded Examination. Total guided learning hours: 296 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
TCL
Syllabus Units
37 Units
Guided Hours
296 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Acoustic Guitar Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation; Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience; Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established; Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests: a) Aural test; b) Improvisation test; c) Sight Reading test; d) Musical Knowledge test
2
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Baritone Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
3
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Bassoon Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
4
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Bb Bass Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
5
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Cello Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
6
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Clarinet Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
7
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Classical Guitar Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
8
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Cornet Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
9
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Double Bass Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
10
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Drum Kit Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
11
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Eb Bass Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
12
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Eb Tenor Horn Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
13
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Electronic Keyboard Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testD) Musical Knowledge test
14
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Euphonium Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
15
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Flugelhorn Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
16
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Flute Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
17
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
French Horn Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
18
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Harp Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
19
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Jazz Clarinet Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Perform a short programme with basic technical control and musical awareness
- Demonstrate enthusiasm and enjoyment through audible performance
- Show awareness of the audience during performance
- Exhibit secure foundations in instrumental technique
- Apply aural skills in response to musical stimuli
- Create simple improvisations within given frameworks
- Read and perform simple musical notation at sight
- Answer questions demonstrating basic musical knowledge
20
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Jazz Flute Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
21
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Jazz Saxophone Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
22
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Oboe Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Perform a short programme of pieces with accurate notes and rhythms, demonstrating a basic foundation on the oboe.
- Interpret the music with some awareness of dynamics, phrasing, and tempo, showing individual expression.
- Demonstrate secure posture, breathing, embouchure, and finger technique appropriate to the initial grade.
- Apply technical and musical skills in two unseen tests chosen from aural, improvisation, sight reading, or musical knowledge.
- Respond to aural tests by identifying and reproducing simple rhythmic and melodic patterns.
- Create a short improvisation using given notes and rhythms, showing basic creativity and control.
- Sight-read a short, simple piece with accurate pitch and rhythm, maintaining a steady pulse.
- Answer questions on musical knowledge covering basic notation, instrument care, and symbols.
23
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Orchestral Percussion Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
24
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Organ Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
25
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Piano Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
26
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Recorder Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
27
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Saxophone Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
28
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Scottish Traditional Fiddle Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural test b) Improvisation test c) Sight Reading test d) Musical Knowledge test
29
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Singing Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
30
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Snare Drum Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
31
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Timpani Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
32
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Trombone Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
33
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Trumpet Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
34
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Tuba Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
35
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Tuned Percussion Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
36
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Viola Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
37
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial)
Violin Initial Grade
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce a performance that demonstrates a basic foundation on their instrument/voice and shows some interpretation, Perform audibly with a sense of enthusiasm and enjoyment and with some awareness of the audience, Demonstrate that the foundations of a secure technique have been established, Demonstrate a wider range of technical and musical abilities through any two of the following previously unseen tests:a) Aural testb) Improvisation testc) Sight Reading testd) Musical Knowledge test
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/0812/5
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- TCL
- Qualification Type
- Performing Arts Graded Examination
- Operational Start
- Aug 2013