Flute Performance Assessment of British Music Examination Boards in Higher Education

Abstract

The purpose of this academic article was to study the guidelines of the flute performance assessment of British music examination boards in higher education, which is recognized as the international standard. This study was conducted by reviewing test syllabuses of British music examination boards on the topics of test overview, marking criteria, repertoires, and core skills. The objective was to collect important information on the flute performance assessment in higher education to adapt it to flute lessons in a Thai context. The study finds that each British music examination board has its own identity in its flute performance assessment. The flute performance assessment in higher education emphasizes performance skills, communication skills, self-assessment skills, and management skills through the flute recital.