Diploma Examinations - Pianoforte & Keyboard
Classical Pianoforte | Modern Pianoforte | Theory

Classical Pianoforte - Licentiate Teacher Diploma (L.T.D.A.)

A prerequisite of the Associate Teacher Diploma or an Associate Diploma with five or more years of teaching experience is required before the candidate may enter for this examination. In the latter case, evidence of teaching would need to be submitted to the Board for approval. The examination consists of three sections, which should be undertaken over a two-year period and must be completed within four years.

Minimum age: 19 years.

Maximum marks for each part: 100.

Honours: 85% average over all parts.

Pass: 75% average over all parts, with no one part having a mark lower than 70%.

The candidate must re-enter for any part where 70% is not attained.

 

PART I: Theory (May sitting only)

One three-hour paper.

This section consists of the ANZCA Grade Six Theory examination.

Grade Six Theory Requirements

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PART II: Teaching Principles (October sitting only)

One three-hour paper.

  1. The principles of educational psychology.
    Motivation, reinforcement, memory training, self image, teacher expectation and lesson planning for handicapped students and mature age students. The gifted child. Advantages and disadvantages of group tuition.
  2. The planning of basic repertoire and recital programmes. Exercises and studies for developing stronger technique and rhythmic sense. Candidates must be able to quote opening bars of the exercises and studies.
  3. The art of accompanying and ensemble performing. Encouraging improvisation and composition by students.
  4. The role of music in the life of the individual and in the community. Advantages and disadvantages of music examinations. The use of tapes, computers etc.

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PART III: Practical (Series 2 only)

  1. Folio of works

    As for Associate Teacher, but covering Grade Seven to Associate inclusive. The folio is to consist of four contrasting pieces from each grade. For complete details of the requirements for the folio content, contact the ANZCA office for a copy of the booklet Diploma Examinations - Supplementary Information.

  2. Technical work - As set for all grades of the practical syllabus.
  3. Two solos are to be performed. One piece must be taken from List B and one from List C of the Associate Performer. A Credit-standard performance will be expected.
  4. Aural Tests - Intervals, triads, cadences and harmonic progressions of four chords.
  5. Viva Voce - As for the Associate Teacher Diploma, with a broader base of knowledge expected. The main composers of each period or style and their works.

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