Performance Awards
LCME Performance Awards
Performance Awards provide a new opportunity for the assessment of musical performance, whereby candidates submit a recording of their performance rather than attending an examination venue. They are performance-only assessments, and candidates may enter at any time of the year.
Assessment bands are as follows:
- 85-100% - Distinction
- 75-84% - Merit
- 65-74% - Pass
- 0-64% - Unsuccessful
Performances are assessed by trained LCME examiners, using the same standards and criteria used for the standard graded exams, offering candidates a reliable and independent assessment of their performance standard while benefitting from the flexibility allowed by the submission process.
The awards also offer candidates the opportunity to have their performances assessed externally before taking a graded examination.
Performance Awards are offered in a wide range of subjects; refer to the syllabus for full details.
Please note that Performance Awards are not regulated and do not attract UCAS points.
Entering for a Performance Award
There are two options:
- Online: complete an online form where you can upload your work and pay the exam fee online.
- Paper entry: download an entry form, post your completed form, the fee and your work to the LCME office.