Frequently Asked Questions - RCM Performance Assessment

Performance Assessments consist of repertoire only. Marks will not be awarded for Performance Assessments.

No, a standing of pass, honors, first-class honors, or first-class honors with distinction will be provided for each selection.

No, this is an opportunity for students to receive feedback on their repertoire only. Marks will not be assigned, and the performance has no bearing on an official examination.

No, the written report with commentary and a standing for each piece will be provided.

Your written report can be found in your MyRCM account. Review instructions for finding your report in your MyRCM account here. 

Written reports will be posted within 10 days of the Performance Assessment.

A Performance Assessments provides an opportunity for students to receive constructive feedback on their repertoire from a member of The RCM College of Examiners that can assist them in further refining their performance for exams, recitals, or competitions.
 

At this time, Performance Assessments are only available for piano, voice, violin, viola, cello, and double bass.

Performance Assessments will be the same amount of time as a remote exam based on the respective level.

• Elementary (Prep A – Level 4): $50
• Intermediate (Levels 5 – 8): $100
• Advanced (Levels 9 – 10): $150
• Diploma Level (ARCT, LRCM): $200

No, Performance Assessments are offered remotely only.

No, they are available for a limited time only: August 2024 on Mondays and Tuesdays.
 

For now, Performance Assessments will be offered only in August 2024.

You can register for an Performance Assessment online. You will need to sign in to your MyRCM Account, and click "Register for Exam". Within exam registration, you will be able to select "Performance Assessment" when selecting a session.

For the best registration experience, please use Chrome as your browser.

You may register for a Performance Assessment as many times as you like.

Yes, you can reschedule your Performance Assessment. If rescheduled, it must be rescheduled on the eight dates that are offered (Mondays and Tuesdays) in the month of August, 2024.

In order to reschedule a Performance Assessment, please log into your MyRCM account, go to My Exams & Results, and select the correct family member to view their assessment details.

Performance Assessments can be rescheduled to any of the eight dates that are offered (Mondays and Tuesdays) in the month of August, 2024. Rescheduling is free of charge within 24 hours of registration. Outside of this 24 hour period, rescheduling comes with a fee. A Performance Assessment can only be rescheduled, with a fee, up to seven days before your scheduled assessment date.

No, an examination voucher may only be redeemed for an examination registration.

Choose a program based on the requirements for your level as listed in the syllabus.

No, you may choose to play all your exam pieces or select pieces only.

No, etudes, technical requirements, and musicianship are not to be included.

No, repertoire from the Popular Selection List is used to substitute for an etude. Etudes are not included in Performance Assessments.

Yes, a Teacher’s Choice selection may be included based on the requirements as listed in the syllabus.

No, you do not need to memorize your pieces.

For the best musical experience and most accurate assessment of the performance, playing with a collaborative pianist is recommended, but not required.

Yes, parents or students may be in the room during the assessment, but they must remain off-camera and may not converse with the student or the examiner.
 

No, Performance Assessments may not be recorded for copyright reasons.

How to Set Up Your Performance Assessment

This document includes important information on how to set up for your Performance Assessment. Please read it at least 48 hours prior to your assessment.
 

Accessing Your Zoom Assessment Meeting Room

Access the link to your Zoom assessment through your MyRCM account. Once you have logged in, click on "My Exams and Results" and select the family member taking the assessment. The "Start Exam" button will take you straight to your Zoom meeting and will activate 5 MINUTES BEFORE your assessment. 
 

"Leave the Meeting" When Your Assessment is Over

It is very important that you click the "Leave Meeting" button on the bottom right-hand corner of your Zoom screen when instructed by the examiner. If you do not do this, other students will be unable to join their assigned Zoom room.  
 

Zoom Resources

Download the current version of Zoom at least 24 hours before your assessment. Your entry into the exam room may be delayed if Zoom pushes an update to your device immediately before your exam start time. 

• Zoom FAQs 
• ​Zoom Support 
• “How To Zoom” video series

Additional Resources

• For Apple device users (iPhone, iPad, Macs) 
• For help with sound settings 
• Navigating your MyRCM Account 

If something goes wrong at the start of the assessment or during the assessment, please submit this form and a team member will get back to you within 1 business day (Monday to Friday). 

For Preparatory to Level 8, a tuned acoustic piano is recommended. A weighted-touch electronic keyboard is permitted. For Level 8 to Licentiate, a tuned acoustic piano is required.