Accordion

About LCME Accordion Exams​

There are eight LCME Accordion grades and two introductory levels.

The standard graded exams consist of a performance of three pieces, technical work, a discussion, sight reading and aural tests.

We also provide alternatives to our standard examination format designed to offer something different to our diverse range of candidates:

  • Recital – an exam entirely or predominantly performance-based
  • Leisure Play – a performance of four pieces, with an optional own-choice piece
  • Performance Award – a performance-based assessment by video submission
  • Concert – an entirely performance-based diploma exam

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Please note that the 2016-2022 Grades Repertoire List has been extended until further notice.

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What’s in the exam

Pre-Grade 1

Exam content

Steps:

  • Technical exercises
  • Performance (2 pieces)
  • Questions
Grades

Exam content

  • Technical work
  • Performance (3 pieces)
  • Discussion
  • Sight reading
  • Aural tests
Leisure Play

Exam content

  • Performance (4 pieces)
Recital

Exam content

  • Performance (4 pieces)
  • Additional piece/Sight reading/Discussion