London College of Music recognises the excellent work being done in kindergartens, in nursery and infant school reception classes introducing children to music and developing children’s interactive oral communication skills. This brings enormous educational and social benefits as well as enjoyment. This syllabus is designed for these young children, to provide encouragement and a basis for assessment in music and speech at very early stages of development. At all three Stages, the development of skills and confidence is the main aim.
| Exam Duration | 10 minutes |
| Task 1 | Exchange greetings and introductions with the examiner. |
| Task 2 | Speak a nursery rhyme or poem of similar standard from memory. Movement and gesture may be included in the performance. |
| Task 3 | Perform a prepared descriptive animal mime, to show an observation of animal movement OR Perform a short elementary piece on any instrument. |
| Notes | The examiner will look for concentration, eye contact, involvement and enjoyment from the candidate. |
| Exam Duration | 10 minutes |
| Task 1 | Exchange greetings and introductions with the examiner. |
| Task 2 | Speak a nursery rhyme or poem of similar standard or sing a song from memory. Movement and gesture may be included in the performance. |
| Task 3 | EITHER (a) Perform a prepared mime to show an occupation or a sequence of events, to demonstrate mood, e.g. happy or sad OR (b) Perform a short elementary piece on any instrument. |
| Notes | The examiner will look for concentration, enjoyment, and the ability to respond to simple questions. |
| Exam Duration | 15 minutes |
| Task 1 | The candidate will introduce and read 1 piece of prose taken from the Selected Readings. The candidate should prepare all prose passages, and the examiner will select one to be read aloud. |
| Task 2 | The candidate will read 2 nursery rhymes from the Selected Readings (chosen by the candidate). |
| Task 3 | The candidate will answer questions about the readings: (a) the meanings of a few of the words; and (b) which piece was most interesting (or most fun) to read. |
| Note | The examiner will look for concentration and engagement. |