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Own Choice, Your Voice
Want to showcase you? In VCM Grade 5 Speech, candidates can present an own choice drama, prose, or poetry selection.
Example choice: “The Road Not Taken” by Robert Frost.
#VCMExams #SpeechAndDrama #OwnChoice #ConfidentCommunication
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Looking for own‑choice piece for Grade 5 piano?
With our new own choice options Bluebird by Alexis Ffrench is a gorgeous option for either Traditional or Contemporary Piano.
A lovely choice for exams if you want something modern, reflective, and uplifting.
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Half term fun: Turn Your Living Room into a Stage!
Pick a musical theatre song and: ✨ Perform it dramatically
✨ Add actions or simple choreography
✨ Perform it again… bigger and bolder!
#TheatreTuesday #vcmexams #toencourage #MusicalTheatreMagic #HalfTermActivities #DramaAtHome
Half‑Term Starts with Music!
Got 10 minutes today to enjoy your favourite piece of music?
Why not share your favourite song to perform or listen to?
Share a clip of your favourite musical item and tag us!
#MusicalMonday #vcmexams #toencourage #HalfTermFun #MusicAtHome
❤️ Valentine’s playlist across the centuries:
Machaut • Monteverdi • Schumann • Cole Porter • Caroline Shaw
From medieval courtly love to modern intimacy — different styles, same human heart. 🎶💝
Study the building blocks of music with us. Theory qualifications from beginner to professional.
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We've been busy in the studio lately working on something new. See what a little later this year.....
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As spring exams become the focus for many learners we share a tip a day all this week.
Practise deliberately, not just regularly
Quality matters more than quantity. Each session should have clear, specific goals that make a difference.
#vcmexams #performingarts #education #toencourage
As educators, we all want a teaching career that’s meaningful, balanced, and sustainable. VCM Exams make that possible by offering structured, supportive assessment pathways that keep students motivated while helping teachers maintain clear goals, consistent standards, and a healthier workload.
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Thinking about boosting your teaching practice?
VCM Diplomas in Education are a fantastic way for teachers to grow and keep their skills sharp.
These diplomas certify CPD, helping educators to deepen their subject knowledge, strengthen pedagogy, and stay aligned with modern teaching approaches.
Whether you're passionate about acting, public speaking, poetry, or performance, we offer an exciting and flexible range of Speech & Drama exams for learners of all ages
Explore your voice. Express your creativity. Take the stage with confidence.
Find out more at VCM Exams!
As of 2025 VCM now allows the use of material set by other regulated exam boards on a like for like basis. If a piece is set for the same grade and fits the requirements of a subject listing then it will be automatically approved for use.
#VCMExams #Education #toencourage
Everybody has that one piece they remember... What was yours?
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VCM Introductory Grades help give learners a gentle, confidence‑building start. With clear goals, accessible repertoire, and supportive assessment they fuel motivation, curiosity, and progress.
#ArtsEducation #VCM #BeginnerPerformers #ConfidenceInLearning #toencourage
Exploring the repertoire options with VCM Exams and loving the flexibility!
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Thinking about VCM Exams? Here are the different ways you can take them:
✅ In-Person
💻 Online
🎥 Recorded Submission
🎓 Hybrid Options
Learn more and register today: www.vcmexams.com
#VCMExams #MusicEducation #FlexibleLearning
Why try VCM Exams? 🎶
Whether you’re a student, teacher, or performer, VCM offers a flexible and supportive way to showcase your musical skills. It’s more than an exam—it’s a celebration of your journey.
Explore VCM today! #MusicEducation #VCMExams #MusiciansJourney
Advent Calendar Day 22 - We Grow Accustomed to the Dark by Emily Dickinson
As the Winter Solstice occurs, it's timeless wisdom reminds us that the darkness is a teacher, not the final word.
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Advent Calendar Day 22 - Fratres by Arvo Part
A wintery, ice-like demonstration of Parts Tintabulation technique, perfect for a winters night.
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Advent Calendar Day 19 - O Tannenbaum
A popular twist on the old German carol, courtesy of Charlie Brown.
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Victoria College of Music is delighted to announce a new collaboration with Pathfinders University and St Alcunin Seminary.
This partnership enables:
✅ Reciprocal recognition
✅ Credit transfer
✅ VCM Diplomas as terminal awards at the partner institutions
#Education #Music #Theology #Humanities
Advent Calendar Day 18 - Advent
As we move towards the last week of Advent why not let Christina Rossetti’s gentle call invite you to keep watch and make room for whats important to you.
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Advent Calendar Day 17 - Der Lindenbaum
Schubert’s Der Lindenbaum tells the story of a traveller in the freezing winter who stops to pause from his weary journey. A popular item in its own right as one of the most beloved songs of Winterreise.
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Advent Calendar Day 16 - On this day Earth shall ring
An ever popular choice by HC Stewart, this vigorous setting encapsulates all of the contrasting moods of the season.
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Advent Calendar Day 15 - Mary's Song
Luci Shaw’s Mary’s Song invites us into the wonder and vulnerability of the Incarnation, capturing her awe as heaven bends low to earth. It’s a lyrical meditation on the divine and human surrender, perfect for Advent reflection.
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Advent Calendar Day 12 - The Polar Express
Now over 20 years old this 21st century take on the 1980s book has become a holiday favourite the world over. The spellbinding score by Alan Silvestri was moulded into a concert suite and now has a life outside of the film.
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Advent Calendar Day 11 - River
A poignant and seasonal secular tribute to the time of year, Joni Mitchell's song has asuch relevance and power as when first released over 50 years ago.
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Advent Calendar Day 10 - We Need a Little Christmas
A change of pace with one of Broadway's greatest homages to Christmas, performed by one of its most loved leading ladies Angela Lansbury. Mame premiered in 1966 & remains one of Jerry Hermans most popular scores.
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Advent Calendar Day 8 - Who is He?
Brass bands always evoke the spirit of Christmas and none more so than the Salvation Army. The Melbourne Staff Band provide an example of this in a wonderful arrangement by English arranger Richard Phillips.
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