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Overview
Whether you're preparing for exams, auditions, or just want to push your music skills further, this Advanced Aural Skills for Ages 16-18programme from Guildhall School of Music & Drama gives you the tools to listen like a pro and think like a composer. It’s a great way to build confidence, connect with other passionate young musicians and prepare for your next musical step.
What can I expect?
Over five days, you’ll train your ear and musical brain to tackle advanced aural challenges with confidence. Expect interactive sessions, practical exercises and expert guidance on your melody, harmony and rhythm.
Melody
- Copying longer melodic phrases vocally and instrumentally
- Singing/playing upper and lower parts of two-part phrases
- Interval recognition (including compound intervals)
- Advanced sight-singing
Harmony
- Cadence revision
- Detailed chord naming
- Tonality and chromaticism (whole-tone, serialism)
- Modulation (with practical work)
Rhythm
Time signature and pulse recognition
Advanced rhythm work and sight clapping
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Practical working knowledge of advanced theory
- Mistake spotting: pitch, rhythm, dynamics, articulation, speed
- Style and historical period recognition
- Recognising character and form of music (dance, chorale, elegy, fugue etc.)
- Understanding of structure within form
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 7 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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More details
- Bookings close at 5pm on Friday 3 July or when the course reaches full capacity
Language
English
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Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Musicians aged 16–18
- We welcome singers, instrumentalists or composers working at Grade 5 level and above and want to sharpen their listening, theory and memorisation skills. Perfect for those preparing for Grade 8 ABRSM or Trinity exams, music A-levels or specialist music programmes.
Tuition Fees
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Applies to youCitizens or residents490 GBP / full≈ 490 GBP / full
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