G1 – Vocal and instrument skills
The G1-test is performed remotely by recording video clips and submitting them to us.
Preparation
You are required to prepare one (1) compulsory song and one (1) optional song with your own accompaniment on piano or guitar.
Performance
You sing one compulsory and one optional song while accompanying yourself on piano or guitar. You must play the same instrument for both songs. In the compulsory song, you should follow the sheet music to the best of your ability. The test is assessed by a jury according to the criteria below.
Sheet music for the compulsory song
Assesment Criteria
To pass the test, the applicant must:
be able to sing while accompanying themselves on piano or guitar
demonstrate basic vocal skills in terms of intonation, flow, and musical expression
in the accompaniment, demonstrate basic skills in playing technique, flow, and musical expression.
The total result of the subtest, GI-song and instrument performance is assessed as Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.