National College of Music
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| Formation | 1894 |
|---|---|
| Type | Examination Board |
| Purpose | Grade Examinations in: |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom |
Official language | English |
Patron | Huw Edwards |
Principal | Dr Elizabeth Stratford |
| Website | Official Website |
The National College of Music is an examination board established in 1894 and based in London, United Kingdom, offering external grade examinations in Music, Speech and Drama in the UK and overseas.[1]
History[edit]
The National College of Music was established as a school of music in 1894 by William J. Moss, the Moss family and several of their friends and patrons, and was later incorporated in 1898. Currently, it has a number of Examination Centres in the United Kingdom as well as several overseas in Europe, Australia and Malaysia.[2]
Medal Examinations[edit]
The College's Medal Examinations (Bronze, Silver and Gold) are offered for many musical instruments, including violin, cello, clarinet, flute, piano and others.[2]
Diplomas[edit]
The College's range of Diplomas, offered in Music, Speech and Drama, comprise the following levels:
Fellowships[edit]
The College's Associate and Honorary Fellowships are awarded to professional musicians, conductors, choral directors, recitalists, composers, musicologists and those who have made an outstanding contribution to Music and to music education.[2]
References[edit]
- ^ "Afghani Music Project - Reviving and Rejuvenating Music in Afghanistan". Friends of Roam. Retrieved 20 November 2010.
- ^ a b c "About Us". National College of Music in London. Archived from the original on 15 March 2012. Retrieved 20 November 2010.
