If a Learner is using a Live Accompaniment, a piano, electric keyboard, guitar or other appropriate instrument may be used to accompany the songs. It is the responsibility of the Learner(s) to provide the instrument and accompanist required for use in the examination. The accompanist must leave for the knowledge discussion element of the examination. 

(Examination Regulation 3, Page 14 of the current LAMDA Solo / Duo Musical Theatre Graded Examinations Syllabus with effect from 01 August 2021)

If a Learner is using a Recorded Accompaniment, the Learner(s) must provide their own technical equipment for use in the examination. A technician is permitted to be present in the room to operate the equipment. The technician must only remain in the room for the duration of the performance(s). The technician must leave for the knowledge discussion element of the examination. 

Backing tracks which include any vocal performance, including backing vocals, are not permitted. 

If an electronic device, such as a mobile phone, Kindle, iPad, e-Reader or laptop is used to play the backing track, it must be placed on airplane mode. 

(Examination Regulation 4, Page 14 of the current LAMDA Solo / Duo Musical Theatre Graded Examinations Syllabus with effect from 01 August 2021)