The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) offers graded piano exams that provide a structured framework for students to progress in their piano playing. These exams range from Grade 1 to Grade 8, each level building on the skills and knowledge attained in the previous one.
At Grade 1 level, candidates perform three pieces, chosen from lists in the current syllabus. They must also play scales and broken chords, complete aural tests, and pass a sight-reading challenge. Emphasis is placed on basic playing techniques and simple musical expressions.
