Musical Theatre Exams (Solo / Duo)

Why are backing vocals not permitted on a backing track?
Backing Vocals can provide support to a Learner's performance in a number of ways. They can support the harmony of the the Learner's performance...
Tue, 1 Oct, 2024 at 8:33 AM
Can my song include a rap?
As the Awarding Organisation we cannot comment directly on whether the piece you have selected is permitted.  We ask teachers to use their judgment to e...
Tue, 1 Oct, 2024 at 8:34 AM
Which dates are used for pieces taken from Jukebox Musicals?
For songs taken from Jukebox Musicals, LAMDA applies the first publication / staging date of the show that places that song in the context of Musical Theatr...
Tue, 1 Oct, 2024 at 8:34 AM
Can we use pieces by the same composer etc. but for different time periods?
Yes.   There are no restrictions on the same composer (etc.) being used providing the pieces enable the Learner to meet the assessment criteria to the bes...
Tue, 1 Oct, 2024 at 8:35 AM
What do you mean by "spoken text"? Is this in the song or between songs?
This is a short piece of spoken text, delivered in character within the song.  This must be a cohesive part of the performance, either:   leading nat...
Tue, 1 Oct, 2024 at 8:36 AM
Do Leaners need to dance in Musical Theatre exams?
There are no requirements or Assessment Criteria that specifically assess dance.
Tue, 1 Oct, 2024 at 8:37 AM
Who can play the music?
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...
Tue, 1 Oct, 2024 at 8:38 AM
Do you provide sound equipment or instruments?
LAMDA does not provide technical equipment, instruments or accompanists. It is the responsibility of the Learner(s) to provide the instrument or equipme...
Tue, 1 Oct, 2024 at 8:39 AM
Can you explain more about musical genres? Can you give advice on which genre my song belongs?
On pages 12 and 13 of the current Musical Theatre Teacher Support Materials, some additional information can be found to support preparation around genres o...
Tue, 1 Oct, 2024 at 8:40 AM
My Learner would like to begin the song by also playing along on the piano/keyboard as that is how the character would have started the performance. Is this allowed?
As long as doing so does not affect the Learner's ability to meet the Assessment Criteria, then doing this would be absolutely fine.
Tue, 1 Oct, 2024 at 8:41 AM