Recital
General Objectives
This Recital syllabus seeks to offer learners the opportunity to:
- develop the art of recital performance
- plan and present a programme for performance
- develop clear speech
- develop imagination and creativity
- demonstrate versatility, empathy and comprehension
- increase self confidence
- promote self-enrichment
- stimulate research skills
- instil a love of literature
- understand the diverse forms of literature
Guidelines for Recital learners
- All selections in these examinations must be spoken from memory
- Each grade must be prepared in the form of a recital
- Programmes should be based around a theme and reflect age appropriate selections of contrasting styles
- Learners should present their complete programme as one continuous performance, linking items in a manner of their choosing
- Music may be used if desired, but should enhance and not detract from the programme
- Learners should hand the examiner a well presented programme giving the titles, poets and authors at the beginning of the examination
- Marking will reflect the both the learner’s technical achievement and their ability to engage and entertain an audience
Recital - Level 1 - Foundation
Recital - Level 2 - Intermediate
