IMPERIAL SOCIETY OF TEACHERS OF DANCINGCecchetti Society Classical Ballet Faculty SYLLABUS OUTLINE OF CECCHETTI EXAMINATIONS MARCH 2015 ISTD HEADQUARTERS 22/26 PAUL STREET LONDON EC2A 4QE TEL: +44 (0)20 7377 1577 WWW.ISTD.ORG CONTENTS Class Examinations ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 Class Examination: Pre-Primary ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 Class Examination: Primary ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Class Examination: Standard 1 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7 Class Examination: Standard 2 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7 Class Examination: Standard 3 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 Class Examination: Standard 4 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 Class Examination: Standard 5 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10 Class Examination: Standard 6 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11 Senior Certificate 1 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12 Senior Certificate 2 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 13 Performance Awards …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 18 Graded Examinations ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 21 Grade 1 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 24 Grade 2 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 26 Grade 3 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 29 Grade 4 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 32 Grade 5 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 35 Grade 6 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 39 Vocational Graded Examinations ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 46 Intermediate Foundation ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..50 Intermediate …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..53 Advanced 1 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 59 Advanced 2 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 65 Enrico Cecchetti Diploma ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 75 Professional Qualifications (UK & Europe) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 80 Professional Qualifications International (Outside Europe) …………………………………………………………………………. 81 Associate ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 81 Associate Diploma …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 84 Higher Professional Qualifications (UK, Europe and International) ……………………………………………………………… 87 Licentiate ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 87 Fellowship ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………... 88 Reasonable Adjustments ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 90 Results and Certification …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…. 91 Re-takes ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 91 OFQUAL Qualification Accreditation Numbers …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 92 2 ISTD CECCHETTI CLASSICAL BALLET EXAMINATIONS CLASS EXAMINATIONS INTRODUCTION RATIONALE The aim of Class Examinations is to provide an assessment scheme for dance, which gives the basis for the measurement of the individual candidate's progress and development. There are nine practical class examination levels, from Pre-Primary through to Senior Certificate 2 in progressive order to indicate the increasing level of difficulty. AIMS The objectives of the Cecchetti Class Examinations are set out below: Develop understanding and maintenance of correct stance in stillness and in movement Develop accuracy in the use of technique to the best of the individual physical facility Develop the range of movements within the candidate's natural capabilities Develop a sense of line through body, arms and head Show an understanding of musical accuracy and phrasing Develop an awareness of the use of space Develop creativity in performing improvisations LEARNING AND PROGRESSION Candidates develop the skill of Cecchetti Classical Ballet, building their technique within their own natural capabilities and developing their creativity and artistry. ENTRY CONDITIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION Examinations up to and including Standard 6 are taken by the teacher in the form of a class in groups of four. The teacher may not give personal corrections but can offer encouragement. Examinations will be held in the teacher's own studio, or in schools visited by her. For Senior Certificates 1 and 2, the examination is conducted by the examiner and no teacher is allowed to enter the examination room. 3 recommended maximum age.PRIMARY The minimum number of candidates is 3. 5 and 6 No maximum age limit Senior Certificates 1 and 2 Minimum age 12 years. 2 and 3 Recommended maximum age 16 years Standards 4. The minimum age specifications are to ensure that the candidates are physically developed sufficiently to safely meet the demands of the syllabus TIME ALLOWANCES/NUMBER OF CANDIDATES PRE. 6 years Primary Minimum age 5 years.AGE LIMITS Pre . 2 AND 3 The time allowed for each examination is 30 minutes (25 minutes dancing plus 5 minutes writing time) The minimum number of candidates is three and the ideal number of candidates is four If there are more than four candidates the recommendation are as follows: Candidates 6 Two groups of 3 7 One group of 4 and one of 3 8 Two groups of 4 9 One group of 4 and on group of 5 10 Two groups of 5 4 . maximum of 5 The timings are as follows: Candidates Timings 3 or 4 20 minutes (15 minutes dancing plus 5 minutes writing time) 5 25 minutes (20 minutes dancing plus 5 minutes writing time) PRIMARY. STANDARDS 1. recommended maximum age 9 years Standards 1.Primary Minimum age 5 years. 11 Two groups of 4 and one group of 3 12 Three groups of 4 STANDARDS 4. may be played on audio equipment. Point and close 5. MUSICAL ACCOMPANIMENT Teachers entering candidates for Class Examinations must provide their own pianist. female candidates may choose to wear a short skirt. music for marching (4/4). where there is an odd number. Walking on tip toes 3. DRESS REQUIREMENTS Candidates will wear the usual dancing class uniform of their school. A single candidate may be entered. 5 . Flexing and pointing the feet 4. three may be entered together. SENIOR CERTIFICATES 1 AND 2 The time allowance is 45 minutes for one candidate and 60 minutes for two or three candidates Candidates will be entered two at a time but. which must be piano music. skipping (6/8) and running. SYLLABUS CONTENT CLASS EXAMINATION – PRE-PRIMARY A short full skirt must be worn by female candidates The format of this examination is as a presentation class which is teacher-led. For Senior Certificates 1 and 2. and hair suitably and neatly dressed. 1. The music for the dance. No jewellery may be worn. unblocked ballet shoes with elastics. There is no set official music. Listen to. but fewer will be accepted if there are not these numbers in whole sessions. Demi-pliés 2. and show recognition in movement. 5 AND 6 The time allowed for each examination is 45 minutes (40 minutes dancing plus 5 minutes writing time) Under no circumstances should mature candidates be entered with teenagers At these levels the ideal number of candidates is four. Sautés 2. Point and close 4. Arm lifting 3. Arm Sways 3 Improvisation Listen to music. Running on the toes. using imaginative ideas 6 Dance An expressive solo. Sautés in 1st 9. This to be performed in twos or threes 6 . Foot stretching 5. Echappés sautés from 1st to 2nd Either: 5a. and interpret in expressive free movement – two contrasting pieces or one long piece with contrasting sections 4 Steps 1. Preparatory exercise for polka Or: 5b.6. Hand movements 8. Simple hand exercises 2. Rises 3. suitable to the age of the children (not exceeding 45 seconds). not previously heard. Curtsey or bow CLASS EXAMINATION – PRIMARY Skipping to enter the room 1 Preliminary Exercises 1. Imaginative scenes 10. Skipping 3. Curling and stretching 7. a) sideways b) “Pony canters” forwards 4. Galops. Marching 2 Arm and Hand Movements 1. Preparatory exercise for polka and spring points 6. Demi-pliés 2. Galops – taken forwards and sideways 6. devant and derrière 4. Demi-pliés in 2nd and 1st positions 2. Battements tendus. Retirés 6.7 Curtsey or Bow CLASS EXAMINATION – STANDARD 1 1 Preliminary Exercises 1. Running and poising on the toes 5 Dance An expressive solo (not exceeding 45 seconds). lowering with arm waves Separate exercise for boys 2. Walking 2 Arm Movements 1. Chassé à la seconde 5. 2nd and 3rd positions 2. Spring points and spring heels 3. For girls:. This to be performed in twos or threes 6 Curtsey or Bow CLASS EXAMINATION – STANDARD 2 1 Exercises à la barre 1. Run and step into arabesque 3 Improvisation Listen to music not previously heard and interpret in expressive movement – two contrasting pieces or one long piece with contrasting sections 4 Allegro 1. Demi-pliés in 1st. Making 5th position of arms 3.Lifting arm sideways. Simple polka. Grands battements 4. Battements tendus to 4th devant and à la seconde 3. taken sideways 5. “Point lift” step 4. Amalgamations of sautés in 1st and échappés sautés to 2nd from 1st 2. Petits jetés. devant and à la seconde 3. Retirés 7 . Relevés 2 Exercices au Milieu Port de bras 3 Adage 8 . Ronds de jambe exercise 6. Galops and coupés 6. Petits jetés devant and derrière. 1st and 5th positions 2. Port de bras 3 Adage Set exercise for 3rd arabesque 4 Pirouette Set exercise for use of the head 5 Allegro 1. Adage 2 Exercices au Milieu 1. and interpret in expressive free movement – two contrasting pieces or one long piece with contrasting sections 7 Dance A solo (not exceeding one minute) either balletic. sideways and forwards and/or turning 4. Battements dégagés and piqués . Demi-pliés and rises in 2nd. to be danced in twos or threes 8 Curtsey or Bow As in Grade 1 CLASS EXAMINATION – STANDARD 3 1 Exercices à la barre 1. not previously heard.from 1st position 4. Adage 7. Preparatory exercise for pas de chat 5. Preparation for sautés 2. with temps levé 3. demi-charactère or based on national. Battements tendus 3. Changements and échappés sautés from 3rd 6 Improvisation Listen to music. Grands battements a) 4th devant and à la seconde b) 4th derrière 5. Simple polka.5. Grands battements with retirés 5. demi-charactère or based on national. and rise 2. Ronds de jambe à terre 6. 2nd and 3rd arabesque 4 Pirouette 1. Battements dégagés closing in 1st and 5th position 4.Set exercise incorporating 1st and 3rd arabesques 4 Pirouette 1. Jeté temps levé 5. Battements frappés. Battements tendus with demi-pliè 3. introducing ankle movement 7. Adage 8. Balancés 6. forwards and sideways 4. Exercise for tour en l'air 5 Allegro 1. demi-pliés in 5th devant. Relevés 2 Exercices au Milieu Port de bras 3 Adage Set exercise with 1st. Diagonal or round the room: Chassé in arabesque. with temps levé 6 Improvisation Moving freely to music not previously heard – two contrasting pieces or one long piece with contrasting sections 7 Dance A solo (not exceeding one minute) either balletic. to be danced in twos or threes 8 Curtsey and Bow As in Grade 1 CLASS EXAMINATION – STANDARD 4 1 Exercices à la barre 1. Girls and boys: Pirouette en dehors 9 . Pas de chat 3. temps levé. Balletic polka. spring 1st 2. Demi and grand plié in 2nd and 1st. Relevé with bourrée 2. Echappé sauté. Changements with échappés sautés 2. Battements dégagés 4. Adage Move slightly away from barre 8. Port de bras 3 Adage Set exercise incorporating 5th arabesque 4 Pirouette 10 . (a) Balancés with posés coupés . Preparation for sissonnes 5. Pas de bourrée dessous 3. Preparation for beats 6 Improvisation Moving freely to music not previously heard – two contrasting pieces or one long piece with contrasting sections 7 Dance A solo (not exceeding one minute) either balletic. 2 demi-pliés and grand plié in 2nd.2. Battements tendus with accent 3. to be danced in twos or threes 8 Révérence or Bow As in Grade 4 CLASS EXAMINATION – STANDARD 5 1 Exercices à la barre 1. 1st and 5th devant. with relevés passés 2 Exercices au Milieu 1. Ronds de jambe à terre 6.(girls) (b) Balancés with posés (boys) 6. with gallops and assemblé en avant or devant 7. demicharactère or based on national. Diagonal or round the room: temps levés in attitude devant. Single and double battements frappés with petits battements 7. Assemblés soutenu and de suite 4. Boys: Preparation for tour en l'air 5 Allegro 1. Grands battements with retirés 5. soussus. port de bras and rise 2. Echappé relevé. 5th devant and 5th derrière positions 2. Diagonal or round the room: chassé temps levé. grand rond de jambe. Soubresaut and échappé with beat. to be danced in twos or threes 8 Révérence or Bow As in Grade 4 CLASS EXAMINATION – STANDARD 6 1 Barre 1. Chassé temps levé in arabesque with change of direction and posés coupés OR 5. Glissades. entrechat quatre 6 Improvisation Moving freely to music not previously heard – two contrasting pieces or one long piece with contrasting sections 7 Dance A Solo (not exceeding one minute) either balletic. Diagonal: Petits tours with chasse. Changements 2. 1st. and rise. Petits battements with accent 8. Battements dégagés 4. Battements tendus in positions of the body 3 Adage 1. Echappés and relevés passé with pas de bourrée couru 2 Exercices au Milieu 1. Boys: Exercise for tour en l'air with battements tendus 5 Allegro 1. temps levé 7. and double battements frappés to 2nd 7. Port de bras 2. Grand plié with full port de bras. with assemblé and relevé in 5th 3. Temps levé chassé pas de bourrée and sissonnes EITHER 4. taken devant and derrière. demi-charactère or based on national. in 2nd. Girls and boys: Pirouette en dedans 2.1. balancé turning with travelling pas de basques 6. and dégagé en tournant Move slightly away from the barre 9. Set exercise 11 . Battements frappés en croix on a fondu. Grands battements. Battements tendus with demi-plié and transfer of weight 3. Développé. with battements balancés 5. Ronds de jambe à terre 6. Adage 9 a) Grand fouetté and ballotté b) Demi-grand rond de jambe Battements balancés 12 . Boys: Tour en l'air 5 Allegro 1. with small and large elevation 2. Glissade. Pliés and port de bras 3. demi-charactère or based on national – to be shown singly or in pairs 8 Révérence or Bow As in Grade 4 SENIOR CERTIFICATE 1 1 Barre 1.Changements and échappés. with posé tours or petits tours 8. Battements tendus 4. Travelling pas de basque with grand jeté en tournant EITHER 6a. jeté 4. demi-rond de jambe and a pirouette en dehors 2. Diagonal: Petit pas de basque en tournant en dedans with galops (girls). chassé. en arrière and devant 3. balancé en tournant. Sissonne enchaînement 5. Battements dégagés 5. or 6b. Diagonal: Chassé. Girls and boys: Battements tendus. Chassé. Pas de bourrée en avant. temps levé. coupé en tournant (boys) OR 7. Ronds de jambe à terre 6. Grands battements 7. Warm up exercise 2.4 Pirouette 1. coupé. Battements frappes and petits battements 8. Echappé sauté closing with entrechat trois 6 Improvisation Moving freely to music not previously heard – two contrasting pieces or one long piece with contrasting sections 7 Dance A Solo (not exceeding one minute) either balletic. Battements frappes and petits battements 6. Pirouette en diagonal (males only) Tours en diagonale (males and females) a) Posés tours and petits tours b) Petits pas de basques and petits tours 7 Free enchaînement– to be set by the examiner 8 Dance EITHER a classical solo/duet. Batterie 6. Battements fondus 7. 5 6 a) Pirouettes en dehors (females only) or b) Tour en l’air (males only) Travelling pirouette enchaînement (males and females) Allegro 1. Ronds de jambe à terre 5. Petit allegro with assemblés 3. Battements dégagés and battements tendus Adage Adage enchaînement 4 Pirouettes 1.2 3 Exercices au Milieu 1. Battements tendus and battements dégagés 4. Port de bras 2. choreographed by the teacher/candidate. Relevés (females only) 7. Grand allegro with fouettés sautés 5. 2. OR the set Tarantella (teacher’s choice) 9 Révérence or Bow SENIOR CERTIFICATE 2 1 Barre 1. Warm up exercise 2. Medium allegro with sissonnes 4. Adage – to be set by the examiner 13 . Pliés and port de bras 3. Warm up sauté combination (set by the examiner) 2. Grand allegro with grands jetés en avant 5. jeté 3. Medium allegro with sissonnes 4. petits pas de basques en tournant and/or petits tours – set by the examiner 7 Free enchaînement– to be set by the examiner 8 Dance EITHER a classical solo/duet.8. 6 or 7 port de bras (candidate’s choice) th th th Battements tendus and pirouettes Adage Adage enchaînement 4 Pirouettes 1 2 5 6 a) Relevé passé and pirouettes en dehors (females only) or b) Tour en l’air (males only) Balancé and pirouette en dehors (males and females) Allegro 1. choreographed by the teacher/candidate. Dance study 6. a) Relevés (females only) or b) Autour de la salle (males only) Tours en diagonale (males and females) A combination of posés tours en dedans. 3 Grands battements and battements balancés a) Port de bras – set enchaînement b) Either 5 . Warm up sauté combination (set by the examiner) 2. Petit allegro with glissade. Batterie 7. OR the set classical dance (teacher’s choice) 9 Révérence or Bow 14 . 2 Exercices au Milieu 1 2. response and spatial awareness 10 Knowledge of the syllabus 10 Dance 10 Total 100 STANDARDS 2.ASSESSMENT .PRIMARY Title of component Marks attainable Participation and enjoyment 25 Application and response 25 Demonstration of movement 25 Musicality and sense of timing 25 Total 100 PRIMARY AND STANDARD 1 Title of component Marks attainable Stance and poise 10 Sense of performance and enjoyment 10 Musicality and sense of timing 10 Use of technique in the exercises 10 Use of arms throughout 10 Improvisation 10 Use of technique in the allegro steps 10 Application.CECCHETTI CLASS EXAMINATIONS MARK SCHEME PRE . 3 & 4 Title of component Marks attainable TECHNIQUE Barre 10 15 . response and spatial awareness 10 Quality of movement 10 Dance 10 Section Total 40 MUSICALITY Musical response and sense of timing 10 Improvisation 10 Section Total 20 Total 100 STANDARDS 5 & 6 Title of component Marks attainable TECHNIQUE Barre (including centre practice in Standard 6) 10 Port de bras 10 Adage 10 Pirouettes 10 Allegro 10 Section Total 50 PRESENTATION Sense of performance and artistry 10 16 .Port de bras 10 Adage and Pirouette(s) 10 Allegro 10 Section Total 40 PRESENTATION Sense of performance and enjoyment 10 Knowledge. style and artistry 10 Response and special awareness 10 Musical response and sense of timing 10 Syllabus knowledge 10 Dance 10 Section Total 50 Total 100 17 . MUSICALITY AND RESPONSE Sense of performance.Response. spatial awareness and knowledge of the syllabus 10 Dance 10 Section Total 30 MUSICALITY Musical response and sense of timing 10 Improvisation 10 Section Total 20 Total 100 SENIOR CERTIFICATE 1 AND 2 Title of component Marks attainable TECHNIQUE Barre and centre practice 10 Port de bras 10 Adage 10 Pirouettes 10 Allegro 10 Section Total 50 PRESENTATION. ASSESSMENT Class Examinations are assessed externally by visiting examiners recruited and trained by the ISTD. 12. In cases where 25% of the marks attainable does not come to a round figure. A rhythmic awareness and a suitable interpretation of the musical qualities. Candidates must achieve at least 25% of the marks attainable in each Section in order to pass the examination overall. An understanding of correct stance and placement with an application of classical technique. and their titles and marks attainable are given above. The Section totals are aggregated and the overall mark is given out of 100. the pass mark for the Section is lowered to the nearest round figure. and these components grouped into Sections at higher levels. Each component is separately assessed. expression and enjoyment. then the overall result is indicated as follows: Grade Marks Distinction 80-100 marks Merit 60-79 marks Pass 40-59 marks Not Attained 0-39 marks ASSESSMENT GUIDANCE Candidates are assessed on their ability to show: A sense of performance which incorporates a suitable awareness of style. whilst retaining and consolidating technical development 18 . in this example. Primary and Standard 1 levels. Use of space in relation to the other members of the group and the dance area available. If all the Sections are passed. The examinations are divided into components at Pre-Primary. eg 12 ½. PERFORMANCE AWARDS INTRODUCTION RATIONALE The purposes of the Performance Awards are: To educate by providing a progressive awareness of the culture and technique of Cecchetti Classical Ballet To develop style and a sense of performance alongside the artistic and musical appreciation To give both teachers and students the opportunity to develop and enhance performance skills. The advantage to be gained when following this course of study can revitalise both teacher and pupil after the intensity of examination preparations. 19 . The Performance Awards give the opportunity for the candidate to perfect variations and solos with emphasis on presentation. ENTRY CONDITIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION The awards will be held in the teacher's own studio. The teacher will not be in the examination room. TIME ALLOWANCES/NUMBER OF CANDIDATES Candidates may be entered in groups of 4 or less as follows. holding Class Examination Standard 2 or Grade 2 Silver Minimum age 8 years. or schools visited by her. the Performance Awards may be entered. holding Class Examination Standard 3 or Grade 3 Gold Minimum age 9 years. Levels Bronze Minimum age 7 years. bringing back the pure enjoyment of ``dance'' which can become lost as the technical demands increase at the higher levels. Further Performance Awards may be entered after subsequent grade or levels have been achieved. Recorded piano music may be used for the solo dances. holding Class Examination Standard 5 or Grade 5 The minimum age specifications are to ensure that they are physically developed sufficiently to safely meet the demands of the syllabus N. 1 Candidate 2 Candidates 3 Candidates 4 Candidates 10 minutes 10 minutes 15 minutes 20 minutes MUSICAL ACCOMPAINIMENT There is no set music and the pianist and music will be provided by the teacher. They will not be held in centres. For all awards the appropriate Class Examination or Grade certificate should be brought to the examination.B. holding Class Examination Standard 4 or Grade 4 Gold Star Minimum age 10 years. style and dynamics. To encourage the student to use the Cecchetti Classical Ballet technique as a basis for expressing and developing a characterisation or style of dance After passing Grade 3. two contrasting pieces or one long piece with contrasting sections 4. Solo dance (not exceeding one minute). Each component is separately assessed. The examinations are divided into components. or appropriate costume if they so desire. soft ballet shoes and the hair should be suitably and neatly dressed. The overall result is indicated as follows: Grade Marks Distinction 80-100 marks Merit 60-79 marks Pass 40-59 marks Not Attained 0-39 marks 20 . This may be demi-charactère or classical in Bronze and Silver awards but should be a classical solo for Gold and Gold Star ASSESSMENT MARK SCHEME Title of component Marks attainable Port de bras 25 Enchaînement(s) 25 Improvisation. Improvisation to music not previously heard . and these components.DRESS REQUIREMENTS Candidates should wear the usual dancing class uniform of their school. style and musicality 25 Dance 25 Total 100 METHOD OF ASSESSMENT Performance Awards are assessed externally by visiting examiners recruited and trained by the ISTD. One allegro enchaînement (two in Gold Star) 3. Port de bras 2. SYLLABUS CONTENT 1. and their titles and marks attainable are given above. Also. the candidate is able to develop a broad base of dancing skills. GRADED EXAMINATIONS IN DANCE INTRODUCTION RATIONALE Cecchetti Classical Ballet makes a distinctive contribution to the education of all students. A rhythmic awareness and a suitable interpretation of the musical qualities. Use of space in relation to the other members of the group and the dance area available. It offers a range of learning opportunities and enables participants to enjoy physical expression as well as develop intellectual sensibilities. The Graded Examinations in Cecchetti Classical Ballet also allow for those participating solely for recreational purposes to produce quality work in a safe dance context. Graded Examinations in Cecchetti Classical Ballet are concerned with progressive mastery in defined stages within the context of safe dance practice. with additional teaching input. As they work together in Cecchetti Classical Ballet. In this way. candidates may wish to progress to the Vocational Graded Examinations as preparation for employment as a professional dancer or as preparation for dance teaching qualifications. in that it uses movement. Following on from the Graded Examinations. timing and rhythmic awareness. posture. expression and enjoyment. An understanding of correct stance and placement with an application of classical technique. candidates learn about co-operation and develop an understanding of the shaping of movement into artistic forms of expression. 21 .ASSESSMENT GUIDANCE Candidates are assessed on their ability to show: A sense of performance which incorporates a suitable awareness of style. Each Cecchetti Graded Examination allows candidates to progress to the next higher grade in the Cecchetti Classical Ballet genre. which is the fundamental mode of human expression. use of arms. a range of transfers to other dance genres becomes possible as the candidate develops physically and learns common skills such as running. AIMS The aim of Graded Examinations is to provide an assessment scheme for dance. whether the candidate is pursuing dance as a leisure activity or as preparation for a professional career as a dance teacher or performer. in order to indicate the increasing order of difficulty (6 represents the highest level of attainment). with good use of focus Promote understanding of musical accuracy and phrasing Promote appreciation of varying musical styles and their interpretation Develop awareness of the use of space Develop awareness of audience and a sense of performance and style Promote self-confidence in the performance of a solo. which gives the basis for the measurement of the individual candidate's progress and development. There is no upper age limit. There are six practical examination grades. ENTRY CONDITIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION AGE LIMITS The following are the recommended minimum ages for entry of candidates in order to ensure they can meet the physical demands of the syllabus. Grade 1 7 years Grade 2 7 years Grade 3 8 years Grade 4 8 years Grade 5 9 years Grade 6 10 years Children and adults should not be entered at the same time. 22 . numbered from 1 to 6. arms and head. OBJECTIVES The objectives of the Cecchetti graded examination syllabus are set out below: Promote understanding and maintenance of correct stance in stillness and in movement Develop accuracy and precision in the use of technique Develop the range of movements within the candidate's natural capabilities Promote understanding and use of dance terminology Develop good sense of line through body. Tights are not compulsory but. DRESS REQUIREMENTS Female: Enrico Cecchetti style leotard with matching belt.PRIOR LEARNING The Graded Examinations in Cecchetti Classical Ballet are intended to be taken consecutively and most candidates will wish to progress through them in sequence in order to develop and demonstrate the requisite skills. Before a candidate enrols in a class leading to a Graded Examination. 1 candidates 2 candidates 3 candidates Grade 1 20 minutes 20 minutes 25 minutes Grade 2 25 minutes 25 minutes 30 minutes Grade 3 30 minutes 30 minutes 35 minutes Grade 4 35 minutes 35 minutes 45 minutes Grade 5 40 minutes 40 minutes 50 minutes Grade 6 45 minutes 45 minutes 55 minutes MUSICAL ACCOMPANIMENT Teachers entering candidates for examinations must provide their own pianist. 23 . single strap leotard with plain back. if worn. particularly with regard to safe dance practice. teachers are under a particular duty. It is therefore advisable for candidates to follow the relevant syllabi where available. Hair should be suitably and neatly dressed. must be pink. in cases where examinations are undertaken without success at the previous grade. health and safety in dance. Such variations are designed within the context industry needs and in particular. No jewellery may be worn. Where there is an odd number of candidates at one level. to assess the achievement of the candidate. making a group of three. and are not intended to limit opportunities for access. the candidate needs to be at an appropriate level of physical and artistic development. therefore. TIME ALLOWANCES/NUMBER OF CANDIDATES Candidates should be entered in pairs. Grade 5 and 6 candidates may wear a camisole style. the extra candidate should be entered with a pair. There are some separate exercises for males and females that are intended to develop the differing physical strengths and capabilities to the advantage of the gender. The official music for the Graded examinations should be used for all the set exercises. GENDER DISTINCTIONS The syllabus is suitable for both male and female candidates as it is designed to develop all -round strengths and abilities. and soft ballet shoes with elastics. However. The music for the dance may be played on audio equipment and this should be operated by the pianist. Pirouette 1. spring points. sideways galops. The warm-up will not be assessed. No jewellery may be worn. to be demonstrated on both sides Slightly away from the barre: 4. step temps levé 24 . black or white ballet shoes with white elastics. Battements tendus à la 2nde facing the barre 3. Rises combined with running on the toes 4. Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate ONE basic step selected by the examiner: Echappé sauté from 1st. Natural skips taken round the room – 16 bars of 6/8 unset music 3. Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Adage 1. Demi-pliés in 2nd and 1st 2. Exercise for 3rd arabesque 5. 2nd and 3rd positions of the feet 2. Grands battements sideways to the barre. Younger candidates may wear dark trunks instead of tights. sauté in 1st. Quarter turns with use of the head 6. SYLLABUS CONTENT GRADE 1 FEMALE 1 Theory Each candidate will be asked ONE question: 4 corners of the room 1st. Barre 1.Male: White vest or sleeveless or short sleeved white leotard with dark tights. Exercices au Milieu 1. simple sideways polka. white socks to be worn over tights. Port de bras 5. Retirés 2. Props may not be used. Barre 1. Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Adage 1. Echappé sauté with sautés in 1st position 2. Theory Each candidate will be asked ONE question: 4 corners of the room 1st. 2nd and 3rd positions of the feet 2. 8 Révérence GRADE 1 MALE 1. Rises combined with running on the toes 4. Dance Teacher's choice of a classical or demi-charactère solo. Galops and spring points – demonstrated singly 7. The warm-up will not be assessed.16 bars of 6/8 unset music 3. Battements tendus à la 2nde facing the barre 3. Demi-pliés in 2nd and 1st 2. Grands battements sideways to the barre. Pirouette 25 . not to exceed 45 seconds. Port de bras 5. Simple polkas with spring points 3. Natural skips taken round the room . Exercise for 3rd arabesque 6. Piano music must be used. to be demonstrated on both sides Slightly away from the barre: 4. Retirés 2. Exercices au Milieu 1.b) Set enchaînements: to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1. Step temps levés 4. Piano music must be used. not to exceed 45 seconds. Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Props may not be used. Theory Each candidate will be asked ONE question: Eight points of the room Five positions of the feet Arm positions: 2nd. simple sideways polka. Quarter turns with use of the head 7. The warm-up will not be assessed. 9. Barre Exercises may be seen on one side only: 1. 2 with right foot and 2 with left foot . Simple polkas with spring points 3. Rise and demi-pliés in 2nd. Round the room: forward galops. Step temps levés 4. 5th en avant and 5th en haut 2. 1st and 3rd positions 2. Grands battements a) à la quatrième devant b) à la 2nde facing the barre 4. Gallops and spring points – demonstrated singly 8. 5th en bas. Ronds de jambe à terre 26 . sauté in 1st.1. sideways galops. Candidates should have a working knowledge of all the movements and theory in Grade 1 plus: 1. but 5th will be accepted. Echappé sauté with sautés in 1st position 2. Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate ONE basic step selected by the examiner: Echappé sauté from 1st. spring points. step temps levé b) Set enchaînements: to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1. Dance Teacher's choice of a classical or demi-charactère solo.16 bars of 6/8 unset music 3. Battements tendus en croix taken from 1st position 3. Bow GRADE 2 FEMALE Candidates are expected to work in 3rd position of the feet. Pirouette 1. 9. but 5th will be accepted. changement. Adage 1. Sautés in 1st position 2. pas de chat. Piano music must be used. Exercise for tour en l'air 7. Dance Teacher's choice of a classical or demi-charactère solo. Candidates should have a working knowledge of all the movements and theory in Grade 1 plus: 27 . forward galops. Retirés passé 2. Preparation for sautés 7. Révérence GRADE 2 MALE Candidates are expected to work in 3rd position of the feet. Echappés relevés Stretching exercise (for training purposes only) 4. Exercise for 3rd arabesque 6. Preparatory exercise for use of head 2. Pas de chat and changements 3. échappé sauté from 3rd. Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate ONE basic step selected by the examiner: Balletic polka forwards and sideways. Battements tendus with transfer of weight to 2nd 5. Adage 6. Exercices au Milieu Arm exercise (for training purposes only) 1. Props may not be used. temps levé b) Set enchaînements to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1. Echappés sautés – simple enchaînement to include échappé sautés and changements to be set by the examiner 8. devant and/or derrière 4.5. Balletic polka 5. Petits jetés. not to exceed 45 seconds. petits jetés devant and derrière. Port de bras 2. Galops – demonstrated singly 6. Ronds de jambe à terre 5. Theory Each candidate will be asked ONE question: Eight points of the room Five positions of the feet Arm positions: 2nd. Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate ONE basic step selected by the examiner: Balletic polka forwards and sideways. Preparation for sautés 7. Adage 6. Exercise for 3rd arabesque 6. Grands battements a) à la quatrième devant b) à la 2nde facing the barre 4. Rise and demi-pliés in 2nd. Battements tendus en croix taken from 1st position 3. Echappés relevés Stretching exercise (for training purposes only) 4. Retirés passé 2. Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Adage 1. forward galops. Pirouette 1. Battements tendus with transfer of weight to 2nd 5. Barre Exercises may be seen on one side only: 1. 2 with right foot and 2 with left foot . 5th en bas. Exercices au Milieu Arm exercise (for training purposes only) 1.1.16 bars of 6/8 unset music 3. petits jetés devant and derriére. changement. échappé sauté from 3rd. 1st and 3rd positions 2. Exercise for tour en l'air 7. Port de bras 2. Round the room: forward galops. Preparatory exercise for use of head 2. The warm-up will not be assessed. 5th en avant and 5th en haut 2. temps levé 28 . pas de chat. not to exceed 45 seconds Piano music must be used. Fouetté taken à terre into arabesque 29 . Galops . 1st and 5th positions 2a. The warm-up will not be assessed. Battements dégagés from 1st position 3. Echappés sautés – simple enchaînement to include échappé sautés and changements to be set by the examiner 8. Theory Each candidate will be asked TWO questions: Arm positions: 1st and demi-seconde Positions of the body: à la quatrième devant. Dance Teacher's choice of a classical or demi-charactère solo. à la quatrième derrière and à la seconde Movements in dancing and their meaning: plier and sauter 2. Barre Exercises may be seen on one side only: 1. Battements tendus 2b. Bow GRADE 3 FEMALE Candidates are expected to work in 5th position of the feet. Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Retirés and développés 6b. (Props may not be used). Grands battements a) devant and à la 2nde b) derrière facing the barre 4. Foot exercise facing the barre 3. Demi-pliés and rises in 2nd. devant and/or derriére 4. Pas de chat and changements 3.singles 6a. 9. Sautés in 1st position 2. Petits jetés.demonstrated singly 6.b) Set enchaînements: to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1. Ronds de jambe à terre 5. Candidates should have a working knowledge of the basic movements and theory in previous grades plus: 1. Balletic polka 5. Battements frappés . Pas de bourrée dessous soutenu and de suite 4. not to exceed 45 seconds.demonstrated singly c) Free enchaînement: one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than two basic steps from the previous grades 8. posé coupé. Candidates should have a working knowledge of the basic movements and theory in previous grades plus: 30 . Piano music must be used. (Props may not be used) 9. Adage 1. balancé sideways. Développé with temps lié 2.(for training purposes only) 4. Dance Teacher's choice of a classical or demi-charactère solo.7. Exercise for 1st and 3rd arabesques 6. jeté dessus and dessous. Pirouette 1. taken dessus or dessous . Révérence GRADE 3 MALE Candidates will be expected to work in 5th position of the feet. Preparation for pirouette en dehors 7. Jetés temps levés with coupés. pas de bourrée dessous soutenu and de suite. Exercices au Milieu Arm exercise (for training purposes only) 1. taken dessus or dessous . Battements tendus with positions of the body 5. Posés coupés and galops . sprung coupé dessus and dessous.examiner's choice 5. posé en avant b) Set enchaînments: to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1.demonstrated singly 6. chassé en avant. Echappés sautés with sautés in 2nd position 2. Relevé with bourrée . Port de bras 2. Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate ONE basic step selected by the examiner: Assemblé dessus and dessous taken soutenu.to be demonstrated on both sides 2. Assemblés with relevé.examiner's choice 3. Balancés . Echappés and relevés Stretching exercise . Demi-pliés and rises in 2nd. Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate ONE basic step selected by the examiner: Assemblé dessus and dessous taken soutenu.1. Battements tendus 2b. à la quatrième derrière and à la seconde Movements in dancing and their meaning: plier and sauter 2. 1st and 5th positions 2a. Barre Exercises may be seen on one side only: 1. Adage 1. Battements tendus with positions of the body 5. Grands battements a) devant and à la 2nde. balancé sideways. Relevé with bourrée . Echappés and relevés Stretching exercise: (for training purposes only) 4. Port de bras 2. b) derrière facing the barre 4. The warm-up will not be assessed. Développé with temps lié 2. Pirouette 1.to be demonstrated on both sides 2. Exercise for 1st and 3rd arabesques 6. Exercise for tour en l'air . Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Theory Each candidate will be asked TWO questions: Arm positions: 1st and demi-seconde Positions of the body: à la quatrième devant. Retirés and développés 6b. Foot exercise facing the barre 3. Fouetté taken à terre into arabesque 7. sprung 31 . Battements dégagés from 1st position 3.singles 6a. chassé en avant.to be demonstrated on one or both sides 7. Ronds de jambe à terre 5. Exercices au Milieu Arm exercise (for training purposes only) 1. Battements frappes . 1st and 5th positions 2a. croisée derrière and écarté Movements in dancing and their meaning: étendre and relever 2. Battements dégagés from 1st position 32 . pas de bourrée dessous soutenu and de suite. taken dessus or dessous . Balancés .taken singly 6.examiner's choice 5.demonstrated singly c) Free enchaînement: one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than two basic steps from the previous grades 8. posé coupé. Posés a) demonstrated on whole foot b) demonstrated on demi-pointe . Echappés sautés with sautés in 2nd position 2. Pliés in 2nd. Assemblés with relevé. (Props may not be used) 9. posé en avant b) Set enchaînments: to be demonstrated together except where specified 1. Piano music must be used. Battements tendus 2b. Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Jetés temps levés with coupés. demonstrated dessus or dessous . Pas de bourreé dessous soutenu and de suite 4. jeté dessus and dessous. Barre Exercises may be seen on one side only: 1. not to exceed 45 seconds. The warm-up will not be assessed.examiner's choice 3. Foot exercise facing the barre 3. Theory Each candidate will be asked TWO questions: Five positions of the head Arm positions: 4th en avant and 4th en haut Positions of the body: croisée devant. Dance Teacher's choice of a classical or demi-charactère solo.coupé dessus and dessous. Bow GRADE 4 FEMALE Candidates will be expected to work in 5th position of the feet Candidates should have a working knowledge of the basic movements and theory in previous grades plus: 1. Exercise on demi-rond de jambe en l'air 2. Dance Teacher's choice of a classical solo. demonstrated singly 7. Sissonnes 4. Adage 1. sissonne en avant fermée soutenu and de suite. Battements frappés . Relevés devant. Piano music must be used 9. Set exercise using 1st. and passé 4. derrière. Port de bras 2.singles and doubles 6. Round the room: coupé chassé temps levé 6. glissade devant and derrière. Développé and demi-rond de jambe 8. Pirouette 1.demonstrated singly 7. Ronds de jambe à terre 5. Grands battements combined with battements dégagés and retirés 4. demonstrated either derrière or devant -examiner's choice 3. Echappé sauté changé closing with beat and changements c) Free enchaînement: one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than three basic steps from the previous grades 8. Glissades. soutenu turn en dedans b) Set enchaînments: to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1.3. not to exceed one minute. Either . Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate TWO basic steps selected by the examiner: Chassé coupé en avant. Exercices au Milieu 1. Fondu movements 7. Demi-plié and positions of the body 5. échappé sauté closing with a beat. Sautés 2. Temps levé chassé pas de bourrée. Relevé pirouette en dehors . Révérence 33 . relevé in 5th position 5. 2nd and 3rd arabesques demonstrated to both sides 6.preparation for pirouettes en dedans en diagonale Or soutenu turns en dedans en diagonale Examiner's choice. GRADE 4 MALE Candidates are expected to work in 5th position of the feet Candidates should have a working knowledge of the basic movements and theory in previous grades plus: 1. Relevés devant. Adage 1. Développé and demi-rond de jambe 8. 1st and 5th positions 2a. Barre Exercises may be seen on one side only: 1. Port de bras 2. Battements tendus 2b. Exercise on demi-rond de jambe en l'air 34 . and passé 4. Pliés in 2nd. Grands battements combined with battements dégagés and retirés 4. croisée derrière and écarté Movements in dancing and their meaning: étendre and relever 2. Battements frappés . derrière. Ronds de jambe à terre 5. Battements dégagés from 1st position 3. The warm-up will not be assessed Foot exercise facing the barre 3. Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Fondu movements 7.singles and doubles 6. Theory Each candidate will be asked TWO questions: Five positions of the head Arm positions: 4th en avant and en haut Positions of the body: croisée devant. Exercices au Milieu 1. Demi-plié and positions of the body 5. glissade devant and derrière. Relevé pirouette en dehors 2. 2nd and 3rd Warm-up 35 . demonstrated singly 7.2. Round the room: coupé chassé temps levé 6. Sautés 2. Dance Teacher's choice of a classical solo. Either .preparation for pirouettes en dedans en diagonal Or . Bow GRADE 5 FEMALE Candidates will be expected to work in 5th position of the feet Candidates should have a working knowledge of the basic movements and theory in previous grades plus: 1. Set exercise using 1st. sissonne en avant fermée soutenu and de suite. Temps levé chassé pas de bourrée. Pirouette 1.examiner's choice 3. demonstrated either derrière or devant . Theory Each candidate will be asked TWO questions: Arm positions: 3rd Position of the body: épaulée Movement in dancing and its meaning: glisser Arabesques: 1st. Echappé sauté changé closing with beat and changements c) Free enchaînement: one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than three basic steps from the previous grades 8.soutenu turns en dedans en diagonale Examiner's choice. Preparation for tour en l'air 7. relevé in 5th position 5. Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate TWO basic steps selected by the examiner: Chassé coupé en avant. soutenu turn en dedans b) Set enchaînments: to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1.demonstrated to both sides 6. Piano music must be used 9. Glissades. 2nd and 3rd arabesques . échappé sauté closing with a beat. Sissonnes 4. not to exceed one minute. Changements and soubresauts 36 . Adage 1. développé and demi-rond de jambe 2. with relevés devant and derrière 4. taken de suite. balancé en avant and en arrière and en tournant. sissonne en arrière fermée soutenu and de suite.demonstrated singly 2. Battements balancés Slightly away from the barre: 9. Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate TWO basic steps selected by the examiner: Assemblé dessus and dessous. pas de bourrée dessus soutenu. Pirouette 1. Port de bras: a) 2nd exercise b) preparation for the 4th exercise 2. The warm-up will not be assessed. Battements tendus. Battements dégagés 3. Exercices au Milieu 1. with preparation 5. Set exercise for 4th and 5th arabesques 6. entrechat quatre.To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. en arrière and en avant 3. soubresaut b) Set enchaînments: to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1. Battements tendus 2b. Echappé. Pirouette en dehors . Barre Exercises may be seen on one side only: 1. Pirouette en dedans 7. Développé with grand rond de jambe en l'air 8. Temps lié 5. Grands battements with retiré 4. 1st and 5th positions 2a. glissade changée. Ronds de jambe à terre. Petits battements 7. sissonne en avant ouverte. Grand plié.singles and doubles 6. Foot exercise facing the barre 2. Battements frappés . Pliés in 2nd. Battements tendus 2b. Ronds de jambe à terre. assemblé 3. with preparation 4. Barre Exercises may be seen on one side only: 1. not to exceed one minute. Battements dégagés 2. Piano music must be used 9. Theory Each candidate will be asked TWO questions: Arm positions: 3rd Position of the body: épaulée Movement in dancing and its meaning: glisser Arabesques: 1st. Round the room: chassé temps levé.demonstrated singly to both sides 8. jeté en attitude devant 5. Chassé temps levé in 1st arabesque and balancé . posé. The warm-up will not be assessed. 2nd and 3rd 2.singles and doubles 5. Pliés in 2nd. Glissade. Pas de chat with pas de bourrée 7. Révérence GRADE 5 MALE Candidates will be expected to work in 5th position of the feet Candidates should have a working knowledge of the basic movements and theory in previous grades plus: 1. Petits battements 37 .2. Batterie c) Free enchaînement: one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than three basic steps from the previous grades 8. 1st and 5th positions 2a. Grands battements with retiré 3. Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Sissonnes 4. Battements frappés . Dance Teacher's choice of a classical solo. Foot exercise facing the barre 3. En diagonale: petits tours .demonstrated singly 6. Exercices au Milieu 1. développé and demi-rond de jambe 2. Bow 38 . b) preparation for the 4th exercise 2. Piano music must be used 9. sissonne en arrière fermée soutenu and de suite. Port de bras: a) 2nd exercise. Changements and soubresauts 2. en arrière and en avant 3. Battements balancés Slightly away from the barre: 8.demonstrated singly to both sides 8. assemblé 3. Glissade. taken de suite. Set exercise for 4th and 5th arabesques 6. Adage 1. with relevés devant and derrière 4. posé. Pirouette 1. jeté en attitude devant 5. Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate TWO basic steps selected by the examiner: : Assemblé dessus and dessous. Dance Teacher's choice of a classical solo. Echappé. Pirouette en dedans 7. Temps lié 5. soubresaut b) Set enchaînments: to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1. Round the room: chassé temps levé. entrechat quatre. not to exceed one minute. Sissonnes 4. Pirouette en dehors 2. sissonne en avant ouverte. Preparation for tour en l'air 3. Chassé temps levé in 1st arabesque and balancé . Batterie c) Free enchaînement: one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than three basic steps from the previous grades 8.6. En diagonale: petits tours . Grand plié. balancé en avant and en arrière and en tournant. Battements tendus. Développé with grand rond de jambe en l'air 7.demonstrated singly 6. Pas de chat with pas de bourrée 7. glissade changée. pas de bourrée dessus soutenu. Exercices au Milieu 1.GRADE 6 FEMALE Candidates will be expected to work in 5th position of the feet 1. Ronds de jambe à terre. Temps lié 5. Adage 39 . Battements tendus en croix with battements dégagés 4. Adage: a) grand rond de jambe and attitude b) développé with fouetté of adage . The warm-up will not be assessed. Battements balancés Port de bras (for training purposes only) 4.singles and doubles 6. Foot exercise facing the barre 3. Fondu movements 8. Port de bras: th a) 4 exercise b) either 1st and 2nd exercises or 3rd and 4th exercises (examiner’s choice) 2. Battements dégagés with piqués 3. Battements frappés .examiner's choice 9. Battements tendus en croix with transfer of weight 2b. Theory Candidates should have a working knowledge of the basic movements and theory in previous grades plus: Each candidate will be asked TWO questions: Positions of the body: effacée Movements in dancing and their meaning: élancer and tourner Arabesques: 4th and 5th Attitudes: croisée and effacée 2. Grands battements en croix 4. 1st and 5th positions 2a. Pliés in 2nd. Barre Exercises may be seen on one side only: 1. Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Petits battements with ending 7. Grands battements 3. with preparation and ending 5. demonstrated singly to both sides 9. not to exceed one minute. Soussus.demonstrated singly 3. assemblé elancé dessus. Set exercise for attitudes with pirouette en dedans 6. assemblé élancé . Pirouette en dehors from 4th position . Sissonnes . Pirouette 1. Allegro a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate TWO basic steps selected by the examiner: Assemblé en avant. changement 5. Posés développés 8. Echappés sautés and pas de bourrée dessous 2. demi-contretemps. pas de bourrée couru.demonstrated singly 7. posé tour.1. En diagonale: posé tours and petits tours . Dance Teacher's choice of a classical solo. Révérence GRADE 6 MALE Candidates will be expected to work in 5th position of the feet 1. pas de bourrée devant and derrière and pas de bourrée couru. Deux grands rond de jambe en l'air avec arabesque 2. posé développé.demonstrated singly 2. Piano music must be used. soussus b) Set enchaînments: to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1. entrechat royale. 9. Relevés passés with pirouette en dehors 7. grand jeté en tournant and en avant. sissonne fermée dessus (arms en bas). En diagonale: demi-contretemps. Pas de bourrée 4. Theory Candidates should have a working knowledge of the basic movements and theory in previous grades plus: Each candidate will be asked TWO questions: Positions of the body: effacée Movements in dancing and their meaning: élancer and tourner 40 .demonstrated singly 6. posé. Batterie c) Free enchaînement: one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than four basic steps from the previous grades 8. Grands jetés en tournant . Foot exercise facing the barre 3.singles and doubles 6. Ronds de jambe à terre. b) either 1st and 2nd exercises or 3rd and 4th exercises (examiner’s choice) 2. Battements balancés Port de bras (for training purposes only) 4. Grands battements 3. Adage: a) grand rond de jambe and attitude b) développé with fouetté of adage .Arabesques: 4th and 5th Attitudes: croisée and effacée 2. Fondu movements 8. Pirouette en dehors from 4th position . with preparation and ending 5. Temps lié 5. 1st and 5th positions 2a. Adage 1. Battements dégagés with piqués 3. Petits battements with ending 7. Set exercise for attitudes with pirouette en dedans 6. Allegro 41 . Exercices au Milieu 1. Battements tendus en croix with transfer of weight 2b. The warm-up will not be assessed. Exercise for tour en l'air 7. Pliés in 2nd. Battements frappés . Pirouette 1.examiner's choice 9. Barre Exercises will be seen on one side only: 1.demonstrated singly 2. Port de bras: th a) 4 exercise. Deux grands rond de jambe en l'air avec arabesque 2. Warm-up To take place after the candidates have confirmed their names with the examiner. Battements tendus en croix with battements dégagés 4. Grands battements en croix 4. Round the room: chassé temps levé in 1st arabeseque with jeté en avant 8.a) Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate TWO basic steps selected by the examiner: Assemblé en avant. Echappé battu 5. Relevé 5th.demonstrated singly 3. Sissonnes . assemblé élancé . soussus b) Set enchaînments: to be demonstrated together apart from where specified 1.GRADED EXAMINATIONS MARK SCHEME GRADE 1 Title of component Marks attainable TECHNIQUE Barre 10 Port de bras 10 Adage and pirouette 10 Allegro 10 Section Total 40 42 .demonstrated singly 6. 9. assemblé elancé dessus. posé développé. En diagonale: posé tours and petits tours . not to exceed one minute. Echappés sautés and changements 2. Grands jetés en tournant . grand jeté en tournant and en avant. entrechat royale. En diagonale: demi-contretemps. Bow ASSESSMENT . Piano music must be used. posé tour. including tour en l'air c) Free enchaînement: one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than four basic steps from the previous grades 8.demonstrated singly 7.demonstrated singly to both sides 9. sissonne fermée dessus (arms en bas). Pas de bourrée 4. entrechat royale. Dance T eacher's choice of a classical solo. pas de bourrée devant and derrière and pas de bourrée couru. demi-contretemps. sense of timing and musicality 10 Syllabus knowledge and theory 10 Response and enjoyment 10 Dance 10 Section Total 60 Total 100 GRADES 2. MUSICALITY AND RESPONSE Title of component Marks attainable Sense of performance 10 Quality and co-ordination of movement 10 Rhythm.PRESENTATION. MUSICALITY AND RESPONSE Sense of performance 10 Quality and co-ordination of movement 10 Rhythm. 3 & 4 TECHNIQUE Title of component Marks attainable Barre 10 Port de bras 10 Adage 10 Pirouettes (including en diagonale) 10 Section Total 40 PRESENTATION. sense of timing and musicality 10 Syllabus knowledge and theory 10 Response and enjoyment 10 Dance 10 Section Total 60 Total 100 43 . The titles of these components and the marks attainable for the Cecchetti Graded Examinations are detailed above. If all Sections are passed. 12. The Section totals are aggregated and the overall mark is given out of 100. syllabus knowledge & theory 10 Dance 10 Section Total 40 Total 100 METHOD OF ASSESSMENT Graded Examinations are assessed externally by visiting examiners recruited and trained by the ISTD. Candidates must gain at least 25% of the marks attainable in each Section in order to pass the examination overall. sense of timing and musicality 10 Response to free work.g. in this example. MUSICALITY AND RESPONSE Title of component Marks attainable Sense of performance and artistry 10 Rhythm. e. In cases where 25% of the marks attainable does not come to a round figure. the pass mark for the Section is lowered to the nearest round figure. 12 ½ . The examinations are divided into Sections and each Section is composed of several components which are separately assessed and aggregated to give the Section total.GRADES 5 & 6 TECHNIQUE Title of component Marks attainable Barre and centre practice 10 Port de bras 10 Adage 10 Pirouettes (including en diagonale) 10 Petit allegro and petite batterie 10 Allegro 10 Section Total 60 PRESENTATION. then the overall result is indicated as follows: 44 . the total mark given out of 100 will not correspond to the result indicators in the chart. vitality and skill fully appropriate style incisively-focused dancing precision in the technique of the genre consistent. A candidate who achieves a ‘Distinction’ classification (80-100 marks) is one who demonstrates the following attributes in performance: flair. highly developed musicality confident and accurate responses to questions asked and/or tasks set A candidate who achieves a 'Merit' classification (60-79 marks) is one who demonstrates the following attributes in performance: skill and proficiency largely appropriate style focused dancing competence in the technique of the genre evidence of developing musicality relevant and appropriate responses to questions asked and/or tasks set A candidate who achieves a 'Pass' classification (40-59 marks) is one who demonstrates the following attributes in performance: competence basic ability to carry out the required movements periodic moments of convincing focus 45 . In this circumstance. the result given will be `Not Attained'. whatever the overall numerical mark may be. CLASSIFICATION OF RESULTS The principle of best fit is applied in deciding the appropriate classification for each candidate. as explained above.Grade Marks Distinction 80-100 marks Merit 60-79 marks Pass 40-59 marks Not Attained 0-39 marks However. if the candidate is unsuccessful in one or more Sections. It is not to be expected that a candidate in a particular category will necessarily demonstrate all of the characteristics listed in that category. basic competence in most aspects of the technique of the genre basic musicality broadly relevant and appropriate response to questions asked and/or tasks set, but some prompting may be required A candidate who achieves an insufficient level of achievement 'Not Attained' classification (00-39 marks) is one who has not yet demonstrated attributes required to gain at least a `Pass' classification. ASSESSMENT GUIDANCE Candidates are assessed on their ability to show: technical accuracy with correct placement to the best of their physical facility appropriate use of limbs showing an understanding of the purpose or significance of each movement or sequence of movements a sense of line and well co-ordinated movements an assured performance showing the different qualities of movement required by each section of the examination structure musicality and rhythmic awareness VOCATIONAL GRADED EXAMINATIONS IN DANCE INTRODUCTION RATIONALE The Vocational Graded Examinations in Cecchetti Ballet, from Intermediate Foundation through to Advanced 2, develop the candidate's expertise in such a way as to provide the basis for either professional employment as a dancer or further training as a dance teacher. Throughout the study of the syllabus, candidates are following a vocational path, requiring a high level of commitment and with an increasing emphasis on safe dance practice. Successful candidates at this level should show virtuosity in performance, a high standard of technique and a sound knowledge and understanding of the Cecchetti Ballet genre, including an understanding of reference and context. Candidates undertaking a study of the Cecchetti Ballet Vocational Graded syllabus should also typically display a sense of self-awareness and be self-motivated in terms of their personal development. As distinct from the General Graded examinations, a greater degree of personal interpretation is encouraged and the candidate is expected to show the potential to communicate effectively with an audience. Candidates will need to show the qualities of professionalism, commitment and focus, with the ability to manage a greater workload than that required for the general graded examinations. This would typically result in a successful candidate spending significant additional time each week in lessons, in practising and in studying independently. The Vocational Graded examinations are concerned specifically with the mastery of technique 46 and underpinning understanding, to a level sufficient to prepare candidates for further vocational training and match current expectations in the employment sector. The Vocational Graded Examinations are offered as vocationally-related qualifications on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). Intermediate Foundation is located at Level 2; Intermediate is located at Level 3; and Advanced 1 and Advanced 2 are located at Level 4. AIMS The aim of the ISTD Vocational Graded Examinations in Cecchetti Ballet is to provide an assessment scheme, which gives the basis for the measurement of the individual candidate's progress and development, in preparing to be a professional dance performer or teacher. There are four practical examinations graded to measure appropriate stages of development from a general standard of Cecchetti Ballet education to that of professional competence and readiness. OBJECTIVES The syllabus objectives of the Cecchetti Vocational Graded Examinations are to: Promote understanding and maintenance of correct stance in stillness and in movement Develop accuracy and precision in the use of technique Develop a full range of movements within the candidate's natural capabilities Promote understanding and use of dance terminology within the principles of the Method Develop a sense of co-ordinated line through body, arms and head, with appropriate use of focus Develop and use varying qualities of movement as required by the classical ballet technique Promote understanding and use of musical accuracy and phrasing Promote appreciation of varying musical styles and interpret these in performance Develop spatial awareness Develop the ability to establish a rapport with the audience with an appropriate sense of performance and correct interpretation of style Promote a skilled performance of a classical solo ENTRY CONDITIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION Intermediate Foundation and Intermediate should be scheduled at the start of an examining day. Advanced 1 and Advanced 2 candidates are only examined at Centres unless the whole day consists of Vocational Graded Examinations. 47 AGE LIMITS There is a lower age limit of 12 years for a candidate entering the Intermediate Foundation or Intermediate examination. This is to ensure that they are physically developed sufficiently to safely meet the demands of the syllabus. PRIOR LEARNING There are no prior examination requirements for intermediate Foundation and intermediate. However, candidates will need to have knowledge of the content of the Cecchetti Grades. Intermediate Foundation is an optional examination; otherwise these examinations must be taken in the correct order. Candidates wishing to enter for the Advanced 1 must have passed Intermediate and for Advanced 2 must have passed Advanced 1. Exemption from the Intermediate and Advanced 1 examinations may be obtained if the candidate already holds an equivalent genre Intermediate or Advanced 1 certificate of an Ofqual approved dance awarding body. Application for exemption must be made in writing to the UK Examinations department. GENDER DISTINCTIONS Male candidates may not be examined at the same time as female candidates. The syllabus is suitable for both male and female candidates as it is designed to develop all -round strengths and abilities. There are some separate exercises for males and females that are intended to develop the differing physical strengths and capabilities to the advantage of the gender, and are not intended to limit opportunities for access. Such variations are designed within the context industry needs and in particular, health and safety in dance. It is therefore advisable for candidates to follow the relevant syllabi where available. LOCATION Intermediate Foundation and Intermediate examinations may be taken in the teacher's own studio or at an examination centre. Advanced examinations will only be held at the London Centre or officially appointed regional examination centres, vocational schools or colleges of further or higher education. TIME ALLOWANCES/NUMBER OF CANDIDATES INTERMEDIATE FOUNDATION AND INTERMEDIATE Candidates should be entered in pairs. Where there is an odd number of candidates at Intermediate Foundation and Intermediate levels, a group of three may be entered. Examination 1 candidate 2 candidates 3 candidates 48 49 . For Advanced 1 and 2. A plain tutu skirt is optional for the solo in the Advanced 2 examination. No jewellery may be worn. Soft shoes. Where there are an odd number of candidates involved. Mature candidates should wear leotard and tights. with stronger blocked shoes for pointe work. The music for the classical solo only may be played on audio equipment and this should be operated by the pianist. the candidate should be entered alone. in canvas or leather with a full sole. The hair should be suitably and neatly dressed. No jewellery or watches may be worn in any examination. badge or other form of identification) and pink tights.Intermediate Foundation 60 minutes 75 minutes 75 minutes Intermediate 75 minutes 75 minutes 90 minutes ADVANCED 1 AND ADVANCED 2 Candidates should be entered in pairs. black or white ballet shoes with elastics. Male: White vest or sleeveless or short-sleeved white leotard with dark tights. and a short skirt that is easy to manipulate to show knees and thighs when demonstrating. DRESS REQUIREMENTS Female: A sleeveless leotard (without any school colour. Examination 1 candidate 2 candidates Advanced 1 75 minutes 90 minutes Advanced 2 90 minutes 105 minutes MUSICAL ACCOMPANIMENT The official sheet music for the Intermediate Foundation. Intermediate and Advanced 1 and 2 must be used for these examinations. with blocked shoes for pointe work. candidates must wear softened blocked pointe shoes. with elastics which should be worn for the Intermediate Foundation and Intermediate examinations. Mature candidates may wear well fitting teaching trousers. white socks to be worn over tights. Use of the eight fixed points 8. Grands battements 5. Battements tendus Adage 1. The meaning of the French technical terms 2 Exercices à la barre 1. Seven movements in dancing 5. Five positions of the feet 2. Pirouettes en dedans and en dehors from 4th position Allegro 50 . Ronds de jambe à terre 4. Port de bras 2. Five arabesques 7. Five positions of the arms 3. Eight directions of the body 6. Exercise for arabesques 2. Five positions of the head 4. Relevés (slightly away from the barre) 3 Exercices au Milieu 1. Battements balancés 9. Petits battements Adage: 7a Fondus 7b Demi-rond de jambe 8. Battements frappés 6.SYLLABUS CONTENT INTERMEDIATE FOUNDATION FEMALE 1 Theory Each candidate will be asked two questions: 1. Relevé and pirouettes en dehors 2. Exercise with attitude and grand rond de jambe en l'air Pirouettes 1. Pliés and port de bras 2a Battements tendus 2b Battements dégagés 3. Glissade. Battements tendus and échappés relevés Barre or au milieu: 4. Temps de pointe Barre: 1. Brisés 7.some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner: 1. jeté 9. Pas de bourrée 4. Sissonnes 6. Five positions of the arms 51 . Echappés and relevés Révérence INTERMEDIATE FOUNDATION – MALE Theory Each candidate will be asked two questions: 1. Jeté. Five positions of the feet 2. Piano music must be used.Basic Steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate one basic step selected by the examiner taken from the Grade syllabi together with the following: Brisé dessus soutenu. temps levés 5.taken to one or both sides: 11a Posé tours en dedans 11b Petits tours Free enchaînement: one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than four basic steps from the Graded syllabi Classical solo Teacher's own choreography not to exceed one minute and not on pointe.to be demonstrated on both sides En diagonale . entrechat trios derrière and devant Set enchaînements . Balancés 8. Assemblés 3. Demi-pliés and rises 3. Batterie 10. Grands jetés en tournant . Sautés 2. Exercise for flexing the feet 2. Pliés and port de bras 2a Battements tendus 2b Battements dégagés 3. Seven movements in dancing 5. entrechat trios derrière and devant Set enchaînements . Grands battements 5. Sautés 2. Relevés (slightly away from the barre) Exercices au Milieu 1. Five arabesques 7. Battements balancés 9. Use of the eight fixed points 8. Exercise for arabesques 2. Five positions of the head 4. Assemblés 52 .3. The meaning of the French technical terms Exercices à la barre 1. Battements frappés 6. Tour en l'air Allegro Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate one basic step selected by the examiner taken from the Grade syllabi together with the following: Brisé dessus soutenu. Ronds de jambe à terre 4.some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner: 1. Port de bras 2. Exercise with attitude and grand rond de jambe en l'air Pirouettes 1. Pirouettes en dedans and en dehors from 4th position 2. Eight directions of the body 6. Petits battements Adage: 7a Fondus 7b Demi-rond de jambe 8. Battements tendus Adage 1. jeté 9.taken to one or both sides: 11 Petits tours Free enchaînement: one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than four basic steps from the Graded syllabi Male virtuosity 1. Jeté. Echappés battus. Assemblés soutenus and de suite 2.to be demonstrated on both sides En diagonale . Bow INTERMEDIATE – FEMALE Theory Each candidate will be asked two questions: 1. En diagonale: temps levés chassés en avant .demonstrated singly 4. Pas de bourrée 4. beating in only 5. Piano music must be used. Grands jetés en tournant . temps levés 5.3. Autour de la salle: coupés chassés . Use of the eight fixed points 8. Five arabesques 9. Eight directions of the body 53 . Five positions of the feet 2. Balancés 8.demonstrated singly Classical solo Teacher's own choreography not to exceed one minute. Five positions of the head 4. Seven movements in dancing 5. Glissade. Correct movements of the foot 6. Grands changements 3. Five positions of the arms 3. Brisés 7. Batterie 10. Sissonnes 6. Theory of port de bras 7. Preparation for fouettés rond de jambe en tournant 12. Preparation for sautés Exercices au Milieu 1. Fondu movements 7a Battements frappés 7b Fouettés à terre 8. Petits battements 9. Battements balancés 13.10. Retirés 4. Eight directions of the body 3a Grands battements 3b Battements tendus 3c Battements dégagés 4. The meaning of the French technical terms Exercices à la barre 1. Temps liés Adage 1. Demi-grand rond de jambe 3. Grands battements 6. Adage enchaînement Separate components may be requested by the examiner 3a Exercise for dégagé en tournant à terre 3b Exercise for fouetté en l'air 3c Exercise for développé en tournant en dehors 54 . Ronds de jambe en l'air Adage movements . Exercise for arabesques 2. First set of port de bras 2. Pliés and port de bras 2a Battements tendus 2b Battements dégagés 3. Ronds de jambe à terre 5.two adages will be selected by the examiner: 10a Développés 10b Grand fouetté 10c Grand rond de jambe and développé en tournant 11. pas de bourrée ouvert and close with entrechat trois. soutenu or de suite. repeat. assemblé élancé. entrechat royale. Grande préparation pour pirouettes en dehors 2. either demonstrated singly or in a series. Brisé dessus soutenu. temps levé.examiner's choice 2. three petits jetés derrière etc 7. assemblé coupé. temps levé chassé pas de bourré dessous 6. These steps will not be contained in unseen enchaînements assemblés devant and derrière.Pirouettes Pirouettes may be demonstrated singly – examiner’s choice 1. sissonne en avant ouverte. en avant and/or en arrière . en dehors and en dedans 4. Jeté temps levé twice. Pirouettes en dedans from a lunge (without a fouetté) 4. assemblé coupé ballonné simple. assemblé dessous. Glissade changée. entrechat trois. changement soutenu Grand Allegro – demonstrated singly A series of grands changements 9.examiner's choice 5. repeat. two soubresauts etc 55 . coupé dessous. changement etc. en arrière. pas de bourrée dessus. Pirouettes en dedans from 4th (with a fouetté) Allegro Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate two as selected by the examiner. assemblé dessus. écartée ballonné simple en avant in effacée brisé (dessus) echappé battu (beating out and in) entrechat trois devant and derrière glissades en avant et en arriére grand jeté en avant pas de bourrée en avant. may be taken in reverse examiner's choice 8. may be taken in reverse .examiner's choice 3. dessus and en arrière ouverte Set enchaînements . Assemblé. Pirouettes en dehors from 4th 3.some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner: Petit and Medium Allegro 1. assemblé coupé soutenu. pas de bourrée en avant. two changements. en tournant en dehors and en dedans pas de bourrée ouvert to 2nd position sissonnes dessous. Sissonne en avant fermée. repeat. en arrière. Entrechat quatre. may be taken in reverse . Pas de bourrée ouvert and close twice. Demi-contretemps. Pas de bourrée en tournant. Pas de bourrée piqués . Temps de pointe Barre: 1. derrière. Theory of port de bras 56 . Echappés taken to 2nd and to 4th Au milieu: 6. Pas de bourrée couru 10. Piano music must be used. Five positions of the head 4. Five positions of the arms 3. Echappé changé. and passé 5. step. pas de bourrée dessous to 4th and cabriole devant ouverte.10. Temps liés 7. Demi-pliés and rises in 1st and 2nd 3.to be demonstrated at the barre or in the centre (candidate’s choice) 9. Stepping up to pointes 2. Posés coupés and emboîtés Révérence INTERMEDIATE – MALE Theory Each candidate will be asked two questions: 1. relevé derrière 8. relevé devant. posé in 2nd arabesque 11. with 1/4 turns 4. Five positions of the feet 2. grand jeté en tournant. relevé 5th. Pas de bourrée. Relevés devant. Seven movements in dancing 5. pas de bourrée dessous Tours en diagonale taken to one or both sides: 12a Posé tours en dedans 12b Petits pas de basque en tournant 12c Petits tours Unseen enchaînement: minimum of one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than four basic steps from the Graded syllabi Classical solo Teacher's own choreography not to exceed one minute and not on pointe. 2 steps. 5th. Tendus and relevés. Temps levé chassé. Correct movements of the foot 6. Temps liés Adage 1. Use of the eight fixed points 8. Ronds de jambe en l'air Adage movements . Preparation for sautés Exercices au Milieu 1. Battements balancés 13. Exercise for arabesques 2.two adages will be selected by the examiner: 10a Développés 10b Grand fouetté 10c Grand rond de jambe and développé en tournant 11. Eight directions of the body 3a Grands battements 3b Battements tendus 3c Battements dégagés 4. Ronds de jambe à terre 5. Adage enchaînement Separate components may be requested by the examiner: 3a Exercise for dégagé en tournant à terre 3b Exercise for fouetté en l'air 57 . Pliés and port de bras 2a Battements tendus 2b Battements dégagés 3. The meaning of the French technical terms Exercices à la barre 1. First set of port de bras 2. Preparation for fouettés rond de jambe en tournant 12. Demi-grand rond de jambe 3.7. Petits battements 9. Grands battements 6. Fondu movements 7a Battements frappés 7b Fouettés à terre 8. Five arabesques 9. Eight directions of the body 10. Retirés 4. soutenu or de suite. en dehors and en dedans 4.examiner's choice 5. Pirouettes en dedans from 4th (with a fouetté) Allegro Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate two as selected by the examiner. two changements. assemblé coupé ballonné simple. repeat. Sissonne en avant fermée. écartée ballonné simple en avant in effacée brisé (dessus) echappé battu (beating out and in) entrechat trois devant and derrière glissades en avant et en arriére grand jeté en avant pas de bourrée en avant. en arrière. en arrière. Pirouettes en dehors from 4th 3. pas de bourrée dessus.3c Exercise for développé en tournant en dehors Pirouettes Pirouettes may be demonstrated singly – examiner’s choice 1. entrechat royale. Brisé dessus soutenu. may be taken in reverse . temps levé. Grande préparation pour pirouettes en dehors 2. Pirouettes en dedans from a lunge (without a fouetté) 4. Jeté temps levé twice. sissonne en avant ouverte. repeat. assemblé dessous.examiner's choice 3. Entrechat quatre.examiner's choice 2. dessus and en arrière ouverte Set enchaînements . en tournant en dehors and en dedans pas de bourrée ouvert to 2nd position sissonnes dessous. entrechat trois. changement soutenu Grand Allegro . either shown singly or in a series. repeat. pas de bourrée ouvert and close with entrechat trois. temps levé chassé pas de bourré dessous 6. changement etc. may be taken in reverse examiner's choice 8. assemblé coupé soutenu. assemblé dessus. Pas de bourrée ouvert and close twice. assemblé coupé. Assemblé. Glissade changée. Pas de bourrée en tournant. three petits jetés derrière etc 7. pas de bourré e en avant. en avant and/or en arrière . These steps will not be contained in unseen enchaînements assemblés devant and derrière.some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner: Petit and Medium Allegro 1. may be taken in reverse . coupé dessous.demonstrated singly 58 . En diagonale: Temps levés. Temps levé chassé. Battements tendus and battements dégagés . chassés to 4th devant. Battements jetés at 45° 4a Ronds de jambe à terre .traditional exercise 4b Additional exercise for ronds de jambe à terre 5. step. Tour en l’air taken from a changement 3. assemblé élancé. Assemblés soutenus and de suite 2. posé in 2nd arabesque 11. jeté dessus etc 4. Pliés . Echappés battus changés 5. Bow ADVANCED 1 – FEMALE Theory As in the Intermediate syllabus Exercices à la barre The examiner will select either traditional or additional exercises. pas de bourrée dessous to 4th and cabriole devant ouverte.Tours en diagonale taken to one or both sides: Petits tours Male virtuosity 1. grand jeté en tournant.traditional exercise 1b.traditional exercise 59 . with changement en tournant etc demonstrated singly Candidate's choice of number 2 or number 5 Unseen enchaînement: minimum of one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than four basic steps from the Graded syllabi Classical solo Teacher's own choreography not to exceed one minute. Pas de bourrée. Demi-contretemps. Glissade derrière. Additional exercise for battements dégagés 3. Tour en l’air taken from a relevé 6. at least one to be traditional 1a. Additional exercise for battements tendus 2c. Piano music must be used. Battements fondus 6a Battements frappés . pas de bourrée dessous 12. 2 steps. two soubresauts etc 10.traditional exercise 2b. Additional exercise for pliés 2a.A series of grands changements 9. Temps de Courante Cecchetti Pirouettes Four will be selected. A short free centre practice may also be set by the examiner 1.traditional exercise 8b Additional exercise for petits battements 9a Ronds de jambe en l'air . 4th derrière 2b Grands battements in the eight directions of the body 3. with change of foot and first ending 6. jeté movement of adage in any basic position of the body Set adages .traditional exercise 12b Additional exercise for grands battements and battements balancés Exercices au Milieu The examiner will see port de bras and two centre practice exercises. Battements fouettés à terre 8a Petits battements . Pas de Chaconne 5. Battements tendus and battements dégagés. and may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner 60 . promenade en dehors in 2nd position. dégagé en tournant en l'air. 1st and 2nd sets of port de bras. Grands battements en croix 12a Grands battements with battements balancés .three adages will be selected. Battements frappés and petits battements. Grand rond de jambe en dehors et en dedans 3. Cinq relevés 2. 2a Grands battements to the 4th devant. Ronds de jambe à terre with ending 5.traditional exercise 9b Additional exercise for ronds de jambe en l'air Adage: the examiner will select one adage: 10a Adage study 10b Jetés of adage 11. à la 2nde. arabesque penchée. Study for promenades en arabesque and à la 2nde 4. This may include changes of direction and a pirouette Adage The movements contained in the Intermediate syllabus with the addition of: slow lift of the leg. one of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner 1. promenade en dedans in arabesque and in attitude effacée.6b Additional exercise for battements frappés 7. with ending 4. Simple free centre practice based on movements from the Intermediate centre practice. fouetté relevé or 13b Temps levé chassé. royale etc 8. Ballonné à trois temps 4. Assemblé. may be taken in reverse . pas de bourrée. fouetté sauté Autour de la salle: 14a Temps levé chassé. Entrechat quatre. deux brisés de suite etc. Assemblés soutenus and de suite 2. temps de cuisse dessus and dessous Set enchaînements . grand jeté à la 2nde. temps levé in arabesque etc 11. balancé en tournant etc 61 . temps levé. en avant and en arrière.1. with the addition of the following: entrechat cinq. deux pas de chat Autour de la salle: assessed with pirouettes 14b Chassé. cabriole derriére. Jeté. grand temps levé 10. temps levé. cabriole devant etc 13a Temps levé chassé. pas de bourrée dessous. Pas de bourrée enchaînement 7. Grande préparation pour pirouette en dedans 2. coupé fouetté raccourci. Chassé. grand jeté en tournant 12. double rond de jambe sauté 5. Pirouettes en dehors with extension en l'air 4. Pirouettes en dedans en attitude or en arabesque 3. Candidates may be asked to show any of the movements contained in the enchaînements as a single movement or in a series: Petit and Medium Allegro The examiner will select a minimum of five enchaînements 1. assemblé. jeté battu à la 2nde. assemblé. Deux brisés soutenus. brisé dessous. Jetés battements 3. temps levé in arabesque. dessous.some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner. Glissade.examiner's choice Grand Allegro .demonstrated singly The examiner will select a minimum of four enchaînements 9. Pirouettes en diagonale 5. sissonne battue dessus. pas de basque en avant and en arrière. Glissade derrière. Fouettés rond de jambe Allegro Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate two basic steps selected by the examiner taken from the Intermediate syllabus. Sissonne enchaînement 6. Pas de bourrée piqués and coupés fouettés raccourcis 5. Relevés to open positions. Pas de bourrée couru Révérence 62 . Posé in 1st arabesque. Relevés and pirouettes en dehors 4. Rises in 1st and 2nd positions 2. Balancés and pirouette en dedans 6. Posé relevé in arabesque Au Milieu . Relevés passés 4. petits pas de basque en tournant. facing and/or sideways to barre 6. relevé derrière. Enchaînement with posés coupés and relevés in effacée Tours en diagonale: one of which will be taken to both sides 7a Posé tours en dedans 7b Petits pas de basque en tournant en dedans 7c Petits tours 8. some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner 1.Unseen enchaînement: minimum of one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than four basic steps from previous syllabi Classical solo Teacher's own choreography not to exceed one minute. petits tours. when it will be requested after the pointe work. posés développés Set enchaînements .candidates may be asked to demonstrate any of the movements contained in these enchaînements in a series or singly Barre .the examiner will request a minimum of five exercises. un tour en dehors 3. Echappé changé. coupé fouetté raccourci. Echappé . soutenu turns en dehors and en dedans. posés tours.the examiner will request a minimum of four exercises 1. Piano music must be used Temps de pointe Those contained in the Intermediate syllabus with the addition of the following: relevés from one foot extending the other from cou-de-pied to open positions. Echappés and relevés 3. relevé devant. The solo may be danced on pointe. soussus. relevé derrière etc 2. relevé in 1st arabesque 5. échappé sans changer. Battements jetés at 45° 4a Ronds de jambe à terre .traditional exercise 12b Additional exercise for grands battements and battements balancés Exercices au Milieu The examiner will see port de bras and two centre practice exercises. à la 2nde. 1st and 2nd sets of port de bras.traditional exercise 9b Additional exercise for ronds de jambe en l'air Adage: the examiner will select one adage: 10a Adage study 10b Jetés of adage 11. Additional exercise for battements tendus 2c. at least one to be traditional 1a. Pliés . Battements tendus and battements dégagés .traditional exercise 4b Additional exercise for ronds de jambe à terre 5. Additional exercise for pliés 2a. Battements frappés and petits battements.traditional exercise 2b. with ending 4. Grands battements en croix 12a Grands battements with battements balancés .traditional exercise 8b Additional exercise for petits battements 9a Ronds de jambe en l'air .traditional exercise 6b Additional exercise for battements frappés 7. Battements fouettés à terre 8a Petits battements . Additional exercise for battements dégagés 3. Battements fondus 6a Battements frappés . with change of foot and first ending 63 .traditional exercise 1b. Ronds de jambe à terre with ending 5. 2a Grands battements to the 4th devant. Battements tendus and battements dégagés.ADVANCED 1 – MALE Theory As in the Intermediate syllabus Exercices à la barre The examiner will select either traditional or additional exercises. 4th derrière 2b Grands battements in the eight directions of the body 3. A short free centre practice may also be set by the examiner 1. dessous. pas de basque en avant and en arrière Set enchaînements . Pirouettes en dedans en attitude or en arabesque 5.three adages will be selected. promenade en dedans in arabesque and in attitude effacée. one of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner 1. Coupé et fouetté 6. 2nd or 5th 3.6. double tour en l'air. Basic pirouettes en dehors from 4th. Basic pirouettes en dedans from a lunge 2. sissonne battue dessus. Deux grands ronds de jambe avec arabesque 5. Trois relevés 2. Grande préparation pour pirouettes en dedans 4. Study for promenades en arabesque and à la 2nde 4. Pirouettes en dehors with extension en l'air 6. Pirouettes en diagonale 7. Simple free centre practice based on movements from the Intermediate centre practice. entrechat six de côté. This may include changes of direction and a pirouette Adage The movements contained in the Intermediate syllabus with the addition of: slow lift of the leg. Assemblé Cecchetti 64 . Tours relevés à la 2nde and at the knee Allegro Basic steps: each candidate will be asked to demonstrate two basic steps selected by the examiner taken from the Intermediate syllabus with the addition of the following: grands jetés en attitude and à la 2nde. arabesque penchée. Grand rond de jambe en dehors et en dedans 3. en avant and an arrière. jeté movement of adage in any basic position of the body Set adages . Candidates may be asked to show any of the movements contained in the enchaînements as a single movement or in a series: Petit and Medium Allegro The examiner will select a minimum of four enchaînements 1. dégagé en tournant en l'air. entrechat six. Temps lié sauté Pirouettes A minimum of five will be selected and may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner 1. promenade en dehors in 2nd position. entrechat cinq.some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner. fouetté sauté en tournant. Piano music must be used Bow ADVANCED 2 – FEMALE Theory Candidates must be conversant with the work of the Intermediate and Advanced 1 syllabi. Battements tendus.examiner's choice Grand Allegro The examiner will select a minimum of five enchaînements 7. Jetés battements 3. royale etc 6. Temps levé chassé. relevés and dégagés -traditional exercise 2b. temps levé 16. at least one to be traditional 1a. Pliés -traditional exercise 1b. Additional exercise for pliés 2a. jeté battu à la 2nde etc 5. Entrechat quatre. fouetté relevé or 10b. cabriole devant etc 9. En diagonale: douze jetés en tournant and petits tours . Jeté. may be taken in reverse . double rond de jambe sauté 4. and know the English equivalent of all the French terms employed Exercices à la barre The examiner will select either traditional or additional exercises.battements tendus and battements dégagés en tournant 65 . Temps levé chassé. Jeté. fouetté sauté 11.taken to both sides Unseen enchaînement: minimum of one sequence to be set by the examiner using not more than four basic steps from previous syllabi Classical solo Teacher's own choreography not to exceed one minute. Assemblé. Deux brisés soutenus. Additional exercise . assemblé. Sissonne enchaînement 12. Autour de la salle: coupé chassé and coupé jeté en tournant 17. fouetté. Double tour en l'air 15. grand temps levé 8. quatre changements etc 10a. Deux échappés sautés. temps levé. Glissade.2. Sissonnes retombées and entrechat six 13. Glissade derriére. Grands jetés en avant and en tournant Virtuosity – demonstrated singly 14. deux brisés de suite etc. Glissade. Battements tendus en tournant 4a. Demi-contretemps. coupé rond de jambe.6 may be seen at the examiner's discretion 1.traditional exercise 4b. Grands battements to the 4th devant. Grand rond de jambe en l'air en tournant avec les jetés 5. Adage – to be set by the examiner 10a. Additional exercise – rond de jambe study with battements fondus and ronds de jambe en l’air 5. Battements fondus 6a Battements frappés -traditional exercise 6b Additional exercise for battements frappés and fouettés à terre en tournant 7. jeté.3. Battements dégagés and battements jetés 4a Ronds de jambe à terre and ronds de jambe jetés . Fouetté et Ballotté or Grand Fouetté (candidate's choice) 2. with ending 4b. Ronds de jambe en l'air . Petits battements and petits battements battus – traditional exercise 8a. with ending 3b. Additional exercise for grands battements and battements balancés – to be set by the examiner Exercices au Milieu The examiner will see port de bras and a minimum of two centre practice exercises 1. Grands battements and battements balancés -traditional exercise 10b. Troisième et quatrième arabesques 4. Battements frappés and petits battements. Additional exercise . à la 2nde. Battements tendus and battements dégagés. In addition no. fouetté 6. one of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner. Première et seconde arabesques 3. Grands battements en tournant 3a. 1st set of port de bras with grands battements 2a. pas de bourrée renversé Pirouettes 66 . en dehors in arabesque and in attitude Set adages . Grands battements in the eight directions of the body 2c. Battements fondus and ronds de jambe en l'air 5. Ronds de jambe à terre. 4th derrière 2b. with change of foot and 2nd ending Adage The movements contained in the Intermediate and Advanced 1 syllabi with the addition of: promenade en dedans in 2nd.traditional exercise 8b.the examiner will select two adages and the candidate will choose the third.ronds de jambe en l'air précipités 9. Temps levé.Those contained in the Intermediate and Advanced 1 syllabi with the addition of the following. Pas de bourrée. Trois tours en dehors. pas de bourrée. The examiner will select a minimum of four pirouette exercises. brisé. Glissade. chassé. attitude and at the knee 5b. entrechat quatre vôlé. coupé etc followed by fouettés ronds de jambe en tournant 6. brisé vôlé The examiner will select one basic step Set enchaînements -some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner. gargouillade en dehors and en dedans. some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested 1. entrechat six. entrechat trois 12. pas de bourrée. tour en dedans à la 2nde etc 4. Travelling pirouette with double pirouettes en dedans in attitude and single pirouette en dedans in arabesque Allegro The movements contained in the Intermediate and Advanced 1 syllabi with the addition of: assemblé battu. tour en dehors à la 2nde. posé. Brisé. jeté. pas de chat 3. pas de bourrée. Candidates may be asked to show any of the movements contained in the enchaînements as a single movement or in a series: Petit and Medium Allegro The examiner will set a simple warm up jump and then select a minimum of six enchaînements 1. pas de bourrée en tournant renversé 67 . Pas de bourrée en dedans. Grande préparation pour pirouettes en dedans 2. dégagé. rond de jambe sauté 4. Brisé. pas de bourrée. quatre tours relevés à la 2nde 3b. rond de jambe sauté. entrechat quatre 7.examiner's choice 8. fouetté. pas de bourrée. pas de bourrée fouetteé sauteé en tournant. Pas de bourrée couru into 2nd. pas de bourrée 9. Deux temps de cuisse. Rond de jambe relevé en dedans. coupé. deux jetés. fouetté. pas de bourrée. Travelling pirouette with pirouettes en dedans in arabesque. Grande préparation. pas de chat etc 5. dégageé en tournant etc Candidate’s choice of 5a or 5b 5a. pas de bourrée. Pas de bourrée couru. Glissade. assemblé. Gargouillade. pas de bourrée 10. assemblé en tournant 13. may be taken in reverse . Jeté. assemblé. Brisé. dégagé etc 2. pas de bourrée. trois brisés. jeté en avant. Liaison de pirouettes en dehors Candidate’s choice of 3a or 3b: 3a. tombé en arabesque. dégagé. en dehors. entrechat trois (Diamond step) Grand Allegro The examiner will select a minimum of five enchaînements 11. 1st arabesque croisée. petits battements. pas de bourrée en dehors. assemblé. temps de cuisse. Pas de bourrée couru. relevé passé en avant. glissade. Deux jetés en attitude. the examiner will select a minimum of five of the following: 1. posé. Tour en diagonale: jeté. Ballotté en avant. Temps de Courante 3. cabriole devant.14. Consecutive relevés in open positions Classical Solo Candidates will be required to perform a short repertoire solo (which may be danced to orchestral music) or a dance of their own choice to piano music. relevé passé en arrière 4. Entrechat quatre. assemblé. Glissade. ballotté en arrière etc 20. Deux grands jetés en tournant. jeté en attitude. Fouetté sauté à six temps: number 1 18. cabriole derrière etc 17. jeté. Relevé devant. posé. temps levé en tournant Unseen enchaînement: minimum of one sequence to be set by the examiner using steps from previous syllabi Temps de pointe Steps and exercises contained in the Intermediate and Advanced 1 syllabi. assemblé etc 15. posés piqués. and know the English equivalent of all the French terms employed Exercices à la barre 68 . pose tours en dedans and petits tours 7. En diagonale: pirouette enchaînement incorporating petit pas de basque en dedans. either in a series or as single movements. Trois relevés passé en arrière. Glissades sur les pointes 2. cabriole devant. entrechat royale etc 6a En diagonale: 1½ tours en dedans and ½ tour en dehors 6b. jeté in 2nd arabesque etc 16. assemblé. relevé tour en dehors etc 5. Series of relevés in 1st arabesque 8. In addition. Fouettés rond de jambe en tournant Autour de la salle: 9. Posé tours en dedans and petits tours 10. The solo will be danced on pointe Révérence ADVANCED 2 – MALE Theory Candidates must be conversant with the work of the Intermediate and Advanced 1 syllabi. relevé 19. some of which may be used as a warm-up exercise. Ronds de jambe en l'air . relevés and dégagés -traditional exercise 2b.traditional exercise 4b. Battements frappés and petits battements.traditional exercise 8b. Petits battements and petits battements battus – traditional exercise 8a. with change of foot and 2nd ending Adage The movements contained in the Intermediate and Advanced 1 syllabi with the addition of: promenade en dedans in 2nd. Additional exercise for grands battements and battements balancés – to be set by the examiner Exercices au Milieu The examiner will see port de bras and a minimum of two centre practice exercises 1. Première et seconde arabesques 69 .battements tendus and battements dégagés en tournant 3. Battements dégagés and battements jetés 4a Ronds de jambe à terre and ronds de jambe jetés . Grands battements in the eight directions of the body 2c. Additional exercise – rond de jambe study with battements fondus and ronds de jambe en l’air 5. Additional exercise for pliés 2a. 4th derrière 2b. Additional exercise . Battements tendus en tournant 4a. Battements tendus and battements dégagés. with ending 4b.ronds de jambe en l'air précipités 9. Grands battements and battements balancés -traditional exercise 10b. at least one to be traditional 1a. Grands battements en tournant 3a. 1st set of port de bras with grands battements 2a. en dehors in arabesque and in attitude Set adages -the examiner will select two adages and the candidate will choose the third. Additional exercise . Fouetté et Ballotté or Grand Fouetté (candidate's choice) 2. Adage – to be set by the examiner 10a. Battements fondus 6a Battements frappés -traditional exercise 6b Additional exercise for battements frappés and fouettés à terre en tournant 7. one of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner: 1. à la 2nde. Battements tendus. Pliés -traditional exercise 1b. Battements fondus and ronds de jambe en l'air 5. with ending 3b.The examiner will select either traditional or additional exercises. Grands battements to the 4th devant. Ronds de jambe à terre. assemblé. brisé vôlé . brisé. Liaison de pirouettes 3. rond de jambe sauté. pas de bourrée. Men's Temps de Courante 6. Glissade. assemblé .examiner's choice 70 . assemblé. pas de bourrée. pas de bourrée. fouetté 5. Glissade. posé. Glissade. jeté. Jeté. assemblé . may be taken in reverse . may be taken in reverse . Temps levé. may be taken in reverse – examiner's choice 2. entrechat trois 8. jeté en avant. rond de jambe sauté. rond de jambe sauté 3. Grande préparation. Brisé. Développé Cecchetti Pirouettes Those contained in the Intermediate and Advanced 1 syllabi with the addition of the following. entrechat trois (Diamond step) Grand Allegro The examiner will select a minimum of six allegro enchaînements: 7. pas de bourrée fouetté sauté en tournant. rond de jambe sauté. pas de bourrée en tournant renversé 10. assemblé en tournant 9. entrechat quatre 4. temps de poisson The examiner will select one basic step Set enchaînements – some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested by the examiner. pas de bourrée. Brisé. trois brisés. Travelling pirouette with triple pirouettes en dehors and en dedans Allegro The movements contained in the Intermediate and Advanced 1 syllabi with the addition of: Assemblé battu.3. pas de bourrée. quatre tours relevés à la 2nde 4. Pas de bourrée couru into 2nd. chassé. Grand rond de jambe en l'air en tournant avec les jetés 4. coupé. rond de jambe sauté. Jeté. relevé battement. fouetté. some of which may be demonstrated singly as requested: 1a. Jeté battement. pas de bourrée 6. Temps lié sauté en tournant 7. Candidates may be asked to show any of the movements contained in the enchaînements as a single movement or in a series: Petit and Medium Allegro The examiner will set a simple warm up jump and then select a minimum of three enchaînements 1. Travelling pirouette with double pirouettes end dedans in attitude and single pirouette en dedans in arabesque 2. Grande pirouette pour Cavalier 5. Quatre pirouettes en dedans 1b. Deux temps de cuisse.examiner's choice 5. temps de cuisse. entrechat six. The examiner will select a minimum of five pirouette exercises. 11. Double rond de jambe sauté, posé en avant 12. Deux jetés en attitude, assemblé, jeté en attitude, posé assemblé etc 13. Glissade derrière, jeté to arabesque croisée, dégagé en tournant, entrechat six 14. Glissade, cabriole devant, glissade, cabriole derrière etc 15. Fouetté sauté à quatre temps Virtuosity – demonstrated singly 16a Demi-contretemps, entrechat six de côté 16b Autour de la salle: pas de bourrée, entrechat six en tournant 17. Brisé, cabriole fermé, entrechat quatre, entrechat trois 18. Fouetté sauté à six temps en arrière: number 2 19a. En diagonale: temps levés chassés en arrière, with double tour en l'air 19b.En diagonale: tour en l’air and pirouettes 20. Autour de la salle: pas de bourrée en tournant, jeté, coupé jeté en tournant Unseen enchaînement: minimum of two sequences to be set by the examiner using steps from previous syllabi Classical Solo Candidates will be required to perform a short repertoire solo (which may be danced to orchestral music) or a dance of their own choice to piano music Bow ASSESSMENT - VOCATIONAL GRADED EXAMINATIONS MARK SCHEME INTERMEDIATE FOUNDATION Title of component Marks attainable TECHNIQUE Barre and centre practice 10 Port de bras 10 Adage 10 Pirouettes (including en diagonale) 10 Allegro 10 Pointe work/male virtuosity 10 Section Total 60 71 PRESENTATION, MUSICALITY AND RESPONSE Sense of performance and enjoyment 10 Rhythm, musicality and co-ordination 10 Approach to free work, syllabus knowledge and theory 10 Variation 10 Section Total 40 Total 100 INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED 1 AND ADVANCED 2 Title of component Marks attainable TECHNIQUE Barre and centre practice 10 Port de bras 10 Adage 10 Pirouettes (including en diagonale) 10 Petit and medium allegro 10 Grand allegro 10 Pointe work/male virtuosity 10 Section Total 70 PRESENTATION, MUSICALITY AND RESPONSE Artistry and musicality 10 Approach to free work, syllabus knowledge and theory 10 Variation 10 Section Total 30 Total 100 METHOD OF ASSESSMENT Vocational Graded Examinations are assessed externally by visiting examiners recruited and trained by the ISTD. Assessment is carried out by means of a practical demonstration of the knowledge, understanding and skills required. The examination is divided into units and each unit is composed of several components, which are separately assessed and aggregated to give the unit total out of 100. 72 Candidates will, however, be unsuccessful if: 1. 20% of the marks attainable or below are given for any one component 2. 40% of the marks attainable or below are given for any three components This reflects the need to ensure competence across a wide range of components. Results are indicated using the following attainment bands: Grade Mark Distinction 80-100 Merit 65-79 Pass 50-64 Not Attained 00-49 CLASSIFICATION OF RESULTS The principle of best fit is applied in deciding the appropriate classification for each candidate. It is not to be expected that a candidate in a particular category will necessarily demonstrate all of the characteristics listed in that category. A candidate who achieves a `Distinction' classification (80-100 marks) is one who demonstrates the following attributes in performance: Flair, vitality and skill Fully appropriate style Incisively-focussed dancing Precision in the technique of the genre Consistent, highly developed musicality Confident and accurate responses to questions asked and/or tasks set A candidate who achieves a `Merit' classification (65-79 marks) is one who demonstrates the following attributes in performance: Skill and proficiency Largely appropriate style Focussed dancing Competence in the technique of the genre Evidence of developing musicality Relevant and appropriate responses to questions asked and/or tasks set A candidate who achieves a `Pass' classification (50-64 marks) is one who demonstrates the following attributes in performance: Competence Basic ability to carry out the required movements Periodic moments of convincing focus 73 Basic competence in most aspects of the technique of the genre Basic musicality Broadly relevant and appropriate response to questions asked and/or asks set. and showing an understanding of the purpose of each exercise A sense of line with projection of focus The ability to co-ordinate fluently An assured performance showing the differing qualities of movement required by each section of the examination structure An intuitive musicality and highly developed sense of rhythm leading to clarity of timing and a sensitive response to music and phrasing 74 . but some prompting may be required A candidate who achieves a `Not attained' classification (00-49 marks) is one who has not yet demonstrated the attributes required to gain at least a `Pass' classification. ASSESSMENT GUIDANCE Candidates are assessed on their ability to demonstrate: Technical accuracy with a controlled use of correct anatomical alignment and placement to the best of the physical facility. ENRICO CECCHETTI DIPLOMA ENTRY CONDITIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION Candidates should have a full and complete knowledge of the entire Cecchetti Method as contained in the Manual and the two Allegro books. 75 . Barre Set by the examiners on the lines of the traditional barre. Adage Music Page/No. développé à la 2nde 36 5 Pas de la Mascotte et Pirouette de la Mascotte 48 or 49 6 Pas de l'Alliance 37/8 7 Glissade Cecchetti 24/2 8 Glissade arabesque et pas de bourré renversé 37/9 9 Glissade de Mami 32/1 10 Huit or Six relevés 4. 42/15 1 Rond de jambe développé 46 2 Développé Fouetté Cecchetti 40 or 35 3 Pas de Chaconne Cecchetti 47 4 Tours en dedans de pirouette renversés. TIME ALLOWANCES/NUMBER OF CANDIDATES Candidates should be entered singly Examination 1 candidate 2 candidates 3 candidates Enrico Cecchetti Diploma 150 minutes N/A N/A SYLLABUS CONTENT 1. Port de bras and centre practice Traditional centre practice. 3. This examination may be taken by candidates who have not entered any other major Cecchetti examinations but conveys no teaching status in the Imperial Society. Centre Pirouettes Music Page/No. 2. tombé. un tour en dedans. rond de jambe. pas de bourrée with allongé (pointe) 60 3 Jeté battement. un tour renversé 8/4 or 28/7 8 Pas de bourrée en dedans. entrechat six de côté (en diagonale.4 turns) 25/3 4 Pirouette en dehors à la 2nde.24/2 1 Deux tours de pirouettes sur le cou-de-pied. 4 times) or 66/22 5. pas de chat (pointe) 57 5 Douze ballonnés piqués. rond de jambe sauté. deux gargouillades en dehors. 2 and 3 tours en arabesque 25/3 7 Deux tours en dehors. entrechat six de côté (pointe) 53/4 2 a. deux ballonnés. posé. jeté. in attitude.4 turns) 25/3 3 Pirouettes en dehors à la 2nde et sur le cou-de-pied. dégage. pas de bourrée en dehors. pas de bourrée. petits battements. chassé 26 10 Deux tours en dehors finishing a la 2nde. (1-4 turns) 25/3 5 Pirouette en dehors ending sur le cou-de-pied. 6 times) and petits tours Tuesday 58/11 1 Pas de bourrée. (1. deux tours en dehors. chassé. dégagé. tombé. jeté. followed by 1. pas de bourrée renversé (pointe) 31 9 Coupé. petits battements. fouetté. tour en dedans à la 2nde. Demi-contretemps. tour en dehors à la 2nde. pas de chat 58/12 2 Relevé . jeté.4 turns) 25/3 6 Pirouette en dehors à la 2nde. deux tours relevés à la 2nde. pas de bourrée en dedans. fouetté sauté. pas de bourrée renversé (pointe) 26 13 Series of tours en dehors relevés. relevé battement. un tour renversé. Pas de bourrée. rond de jambe sauté en avant et en arrière (pointe) 27 4 Pas de bourrée. fouetté to arabesque. rond de jambe to attitude croisée. échappé. un tour en dedans. Allegro Monday b. petits battements. relevé devant. posé. Repeat three times with échappé ending 30/11 11 Développés en tournant en dehors sur les pointes (pointe) 28/7 12 Series of coupé. glissade. posè. en avant et en arrière (pointe) Wednesday 76 . pas de bourrée. huit emboités. assemblé. petits battements. entrechat six en tournant (autour de la salle. double pirouette en dehors (pointe) 59 6 Jeté . finishing with échappé (1. and at the knee (pointe) 53/5 1 Développé croisé avec relevé. (1. entrechat quatre 25/3 2 Pirouette en dehors sur le cou-de-pied. en diagonale 57 5 Coupé dessus en tournant. jeté.repeat. deux tours en dedans. petits tours 66 6 Demi-contretemps. trois ronds de jambe sautés taken en tournant (en avant et en arrière) 58/11 2 Temps levé développé. pas de bourrée couru. pas de bourrée en dehors (travelled). entrechat six 66/23 or 2 Glissade derrière. jeté. Repeat three times to other side (finish with petits tours) (pointe) 63 3 Deux gargouillades en dehors (slow). deux jetés en attitude. jeté devant allongé into arabesque. sept ronds de jambe en tournant en dehors. une gargouillade en dedans. grand jeté en tournant. finishing in 5th arabesque (pointe) 55 4 Pas de bourrée couru. deux gargouillades en dehors (quick). jeté to arabesque croisée. pas de bourrée dessus into 4th arabesque allongée. temps levé fouetté. assemble coupé derrière. tour à la 2nde sauté. rond de jambe sauté . jeté. pas de basque battu en tournant. chassé. deux jetés (executed 3½ times and turn). relevé in 3rd arabesque. Pas de bourrée couru. pose coupé. une gargouillade en dehors 63 4 Gargouillade en dehors. gargouillade en dedans. pas de bourrée dessous (pointe) 62/17 or 7 Rond de jambe relevé retombé (twice). jeté en attitude executed 4 times ending with deux petits jetés. pas de bourrée couru en tournant. double rond de jambe sauté. fouetté battu. grand pas de basque. relevé. sept ronds de jambe en tournant en dehors. full contretemps. jeté battu (en avant et en arrière) 68 3 Pas de basque battu. jeté to arabesque croisée. jeté to attitude (en tournant). tombé. gargouillade vôlée. sept ronds de jambe en tournant en dedans. rond de jambe relevé. gargouillade en dehors (pointe) 8 Full contretemps. brisé vole en arrière. relevé en attitude. Repeat all 3 times with ending 58/11 58/11 or 28/8 Thursday 67 Friday 70/28 or 66/23 77 . pas de bourrée couru en arrière. relevé en attitude. 5 times with ending (pointe) 1 Brisé vôlé en avant. relevé degage en tournant. assemble coupé derrière. assemblé dessus. relevé in 5th (pointe) 67/24 1 Glissade derrière. jeté rond de jambe (joué). entrechat quatre. entrechat six 74 4 Posé cabriole devant. grand jeté en tournant. entrechat trois 68 2 Jeté battu.60 1 Jeté. Executed three times ending with pas de bourrée dessous. coupé. relevé développe croisée devant. glissade. Jeté. rond de jambe relevé. dégagé en tournant. jeté. entrechat six 64/20 3 Pas de bourrée couru. assemblé dessus. fouetté sauté en tournant into 1st arabesque 65 5 Jeté. 3 times. relevé en tournant. jeté. temps levé in arabesque croisée. entrechat trois. temps levé en tournant. quatre jetés en tournant. assemblé coupé derrière. relevé. fouetté rond de jambe en dehors (pointe) 78 7 Relevé élancé en attitude. fouetté en tournant en dedans. cabriole derrière fermée 73/32 1 Fouetté sauté à six temps. tombé into arabesque croisée. coupé. jeté. pas de basque. six fouettés rond de jambe en dehors (the 6th a double turn) (pointe) 76/1 5 Deux jetés en tournant. développé en tournant. fouetté sauté. deux tours en dedans. temps levé posé (twice). chassé croisé. retire en tournant (pointe) Saturday 6. deux tours en dedans (pointe).68 5 Entrechat quatre. grand jeté en tournant. fouetté rond de jambe. cabriole devant fermée. 2 en avant et en arrière 71/30 2 Coupé sauté ballonné. deux jetés en tournant. entrechat six 70/28 6 Brisé dessus. jeté en tournant. jeté battu. cabriole fouetté. coupé 76/1 3 Pas de bourrée en dedans. coupe dessous. petits battements en tournant. développé en tournant. quatre temps levés in 4th arabesque (en tournant). fouetté en tournant. fouetté rond de jambe . assemblé. développé into arabesque (either relevé or with temps levé) (pointe) 77/3 4 Quatre jetés en tournant. entrechat quatre. coupé. chasse en arrière (twice). pas de bourrée couru en tournant (pointe) 76/1 11 Pas de bourrée en tournant. tour en attitude renversé (pointe) 60 9 Changements sur les pointes renversés (pointe) 77/3 10 Grand pas de basque sauté. posé. pas de bourrée renversé. jeté en arabesque (pointe) 76/1 2 Chassé. posé 77/3 1 Posé. jeté 66/23 3 Temps levé. fouetté. deux fouettés rond de jambe en dehors. repeat. relevé devant. brisé vole en avant. jeté (pointe) 72 12 Relevé élancé into 1st arabesque. relevé double pirouette en dehors (pointe) 76/2 8 Coupé. pose. jeté élancé to attitude. jeté. No. entrechat six 75/35 4 Temps levé. entrechat quatre vôlé. fouetté en tournant en dehors and en dedans (pointe) 76/2 6 Petit pas de basque en tournant. deux jetés en tournant. trois entrechat quatre. En Diagonale 78 . ballonné. Steps for Men 79 . jeté in 4th arabesque 77/3 6 Pas de bourrée en tournant en dedans. jeté en attitude. Glissade. relevé à 2nde 67/24 1 Assemblé coupé derrière. tombé. pas de bourrée dessous 9. cabriole devant. relevé élancé into 1st arabesque croisée. développé à la 2nde. double pirouette en dehors 7 3 Grands battements à la 2nde (2 slow. pas de bourrée en tournant (renversé) (pointe) 75/35 15 Temps levé chasse (twice). coupé. jeté croisé. jeté élancé en arabesque. relevé à 2nde (3 times). plié. coupé. relevé to 4th devant croisée. trois temps levé in 2nd arabesque en tournant. 3 quick) 79/2 4 Trois relevés en écartée. jeté en tournant 69 3 Chassé. temps de poisson 67/24 2 Double tour en l'air (foot at the knee). assemblé devant 78 2 Deux emboités relevés. pas de bourrée (pointe) 77/4 5 Pas de bourrée. trois petits tours (pointe) 77/3 2 Pas de bourrée en tournant. fouetté et fondu 28/8 5 Jeté à la 2nde. assemblé coupé derrière. développé en tournant. développé à la 2nde. retiré en tournant. coupé. pas de bourrée en tournant 66/23 4 Posé développé en tournant renversé. deux tours en dehors with arm movement and renversé 7. Autour de la Salle 76/2 1 Quatre jetés en tournant. trois jetés piqués. temps levé en tournant.77/3 13 Series of embôités en tournant en dehors 76/1 14 Pas de bourrée en tournant. Supplementary Pointe Steps 78 or 79/2 1 Echappé. jeté élancé in 4th arabesque 8. temps levé. double rond de jambe en dehors. pas de bourrée 62/16 3 Series of coupés jetés en tournant round the room 24/2 4 Grande préparation pour pirouette and double pirouette en dehors. pas de basque sauté. chassé en arabesque and repeat. relevé petits battements. 80 .ASSESSMENT MARK SCHEME Title of component Marks attainable TECHNIQUE AND SYLLABUS KNOWLEDGE Barre 10 Port de bras and centre practice 10 Adage 40 Centre pirouettes 20 Allegro 40 Tours en diagonale 10 Autour de la salle 10 Supplementary pointe/steps for men 10 Section Total 150 PRESENTATION AND RESPONSE Artistry. musicality and in-depth understanding of the Cecchetti Method 50 Section Total 50 Total 200 These marks are aggregated and the overall mark is given out of 200 as follows: Awarded 130 + Not Awarded 0-129 PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXAMINATIONS UK AND EUROPE A separate Syllabus Outline is available from ISTD Headquarters for the: Level 3 Diploma in Dance Instruction Level 4 Diploma in Dance Education Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy The syllabus for Licentiate and Fellowship is given on the following pages. analysis and understanding of Cecchetti Classical Ballet in order to communicate this to others in a safe and creative environment. artistry and musicality of Cecchetti Classical ballet to provide the teachers with a sound understanding of safe dance practice through an increased Knowledge of anatomy and physiology to provide a structured examination system that can be followed by aspiring and established teachers To develop and enhance their teaching skills to stimulate teachers to increase and broaden their expertise to stimulate teachers to inspire children and students to appreciate classical ballet either as performers or as an observer AIMS The syllabus seeks to increase the skills. The syllabus aims are: knowledge of all the relevant set syllabus exercises the understanding of correct posture and its application the analysis and understanding of the technique at all levels to promote knowledge of related exercises other than in the set syllabus to develop the understanding of methods of teaching to develop the observational skills the understanding of different physiques and anatomical corrections to gain communication skills to be able to relate to students of varying ages to appreciate a variety of musical styles develop the creative use of rhythm appreciation and application of tone the understanding and application of dynamics 81 .OUTSIDE EUROPE ASSOCIATE OBJECTIVES to educate by providing a progressive awareness of the culture and technique of classical ballet to develop the teacher’s understanding and ability to impart the technique. petite batterie and pointe work. Males . to be able to arrange creative sequences of movement to develop choreographic skills ENTRY CONDITIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION In the Associate the candidate demonstrates their theoretical approach to teaching. for instance a training exercise to develop a particular aspect of the work. adage. The practical examination covers teaching knowledge and a creative approach to the syllabus. Ballet shoes or suitable teaching shoes SYLLABUS CONTENT Candidates will be examined on: 82 . AGE LIMITS Candidates must have reached the age of 18 years* This is to ensure that they are able to be responsible for children. allegro. pirouettes. methods of teaching discussed and enchaînements arranged. The set variations are usually shown at the end of the examination.Leotard or T-shirt with tights or suitable teaching trousers (not track suits). in a manner suitable for Cecchetti Classical Ballet training. The variations which the candidate has prepared will be shown in the relevant section. This includes competence in verbal instruction. after written application to Customer Services and Quality Assurance at HQ by the principal of the school entering the candidate. TIME ALLOWANCE Duration of examination: 90 minutes DRESS Females . * In special circumstances the examination may be entered under this age if approved by the Chairman of the Cecchetti Classical Ballet Faculty. port de bras. Ballet shoes or suitable teaching shoes. however the examiner might request an arrangement for a certain circumstance. both physically and verbally. The candidate is expected to show an ability to communicate clearly with both the examiner and the pianist. commencing with the barre work and then progressing through the centre practice. The examination is conducted by one examiner. If not specified these enchaînements are ‘typical’ examination arrangements.Plain leotard and pink tights with a skirt short enough to show the knees and thighs when demonstrating. Set exercises and movements will be demonstrated and analysed. In each section the candidate will be asked about their knowledge and understanding of the development of movements. in the order of a class. PRIOR LEARNING Candidates must have passed the Intermediate examination in Cecchetti Classical Ballet or Imperial Classical Ballet. fouetté relevé ou sauté In addition to the above. jeté battu à la 2nde. royale. en dehors et en dedans. and be conversant with ways in which the music can be counted how to lead dancers and pianists confidently into the start of an exercise 83 . trois entrechats quatre. any of the following: the development of technique in the Cecchetti method of training. brisé dessous and pas de basque en avant et en arrière. assemblé coupé derrière. from the teaching aspect. jeté battu à la 2nde. through the Grades and Intermediate syllabi. and how these prepare for and evolve into the Advanced 1 work covered the theory of the technique and principles as laid down in the Cecchetti Manual an understanding of correct stance. entrechat quatre. glissade. grand changement or entrechat six Saturday Temps levé chassé. grand changement or entrechat six Friday Entrechat quatre. with ending o Ronds de jambe à terre. temps levé. with ending o Battements frappés et petits battements with change of foot and first ending Pas de Chaconne and Coupé et Fouetté Grande préparation pour pirouettes en dedans The following allegro enchaînements from the Advanced 1 syllabus: Monday Assemblé. assemblé. accents and quality required. candidates should show one other allegro enchaînement (of their own choice) from the remainder of the Advanced 1 syllabus. deux jetés en attitude. common faults and their correction the approach to the teaching of a) pointe work and b) boys Candidates will be expected to demonstrate: an ability to count any exercise. double rond de jambe sauté en avant et en arrière Thursday Glissade. demonstrating the correct tempo. royale. plus the following basic movements in addition to those already contained in the Grades and in the Intermediate syllabus: Sissonnes changées en avant et en arrière. grand temps levé .a) all the boys’ and girls’ work of the Grades and Intermediate syllabi b) the following additions from the Advanced 1 syllabus: The second set of port de bras The traditional Cecchetti centre practice exercises for: o Battements tendus et battements dégagés.en avant et en arrière Tuesday Jetés battements en avant et en arrière Wednesday Jeté. Candidates will be asked to demonstrate. temps de cuisse dessus et dessous. Candidates will be questioned on the purpose of these enchaînements in the class and their suitability. Grade 5 and Intermediate. style and quality of movement 20 marks Musical instruction and rapport with the pianist 20 marks Tonal quality and rhythmic counting 20 marks Free enchaînements 10 marks Pre-arranged enchaînements 10 marks Total 200 These marks are aggregated and the overall mark is given out of 200 as follows: Awarded Not Awarded 130+ marks 0-129 marks ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA ENTRY CONDITIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION This examination can be entered at the candidate’s own studio or at a centre. manner and general approach will be taken into consideration It is recommended that candidates be familiar with the courses of study on pointe work and pirouettes. These should be one for a girl and one for a boy for each of the following levels: Grade 3. In both cases the candidate must provide the dancers and a pianist. and the guidelines on musical knowledge. Title of component Marks attainable Knowledge of the content and development through the syllabus 30 marks Analysis and understanding of movements 30 marks Methods of teaching and awareness of the adaptation to differing physique and gender 30 marks Technical accuracy of demonstration 30 marks Musicality. Voice. prepared by Ross Alley for the Cecchetti Society ASSESSMENT The Associate examination is divided into several components. Dance students names must be provided to the ISTD at the time of examination application. prepared by Barbara Fewster for the Cecchetti Society. the use of musical phrasing to enhance a movement an ability to communicate with the pianist in basic musical terminology Candidates will bring to the examination six short class enchaînements of their own arrangement. 84 . which are separately assessed with a mark as shown below. and on the choice of music in varying time signatures. but may not have passed the grade above. Levels or dancers may differ from the class (to last a maximum of 2 minutes). the level to be from 3 upwards (candidate’s choice). Candidates will: take a class (minimum of 6 dancers) based on syllabus work at any Grade or Class Examination. tights and suitable teaching shoes Male . which must be notified in advance.AGE LIMITS Candidates must have reached the age of 21 years. may have passed the grade. This is the candidate’s choice. This is to ensure they have completed the entry requirement of experience as a responsible adult.Teaching dress or leotard and skirt.Leotard or T-shirt with tights or trousers and shoes suitable for teaching SYLLABUS CONTENT Candidates will be required to take a Teaching Assessment class using the set syllabus work at any level from Grade or Class Examination 3 upwards. Pupils in the class should be working on the grade selected. to last about 45 minutes show imaginative use of the syllabus at any of the above levels in a prepared arrangement for three or more dancers. teach selected exercises or steps as requested by the examiner conduct a one-to-one coaching session as requested by the examiner discuss the approach to teaching and general corrections ASSESSMENT Candidates will be examined singly by one examiner MARK SCHEME Title of component Marks attainable Class content and suitability of exercises 20 marks Manner and clarity of instruction 20 marks Observation of general and individual faults 20 marks 85 . PRIOR LEARNING Candidates must: a) hold the Associate qualification in Cecchetti Society Classical Ballet Faculty b) have completed 3 years of responsible teaching in the Cecchetti Classical Ballet Faculty TIME ALLOWANCE Duration of examination: 90 minutes DRESS Female . tonal quality and rhythmic counting 20 marks Group arrangement 20 marks Effectiveness of coaching / teaching session 20 marks Ability to discuss the approach to teaching and general corrections 20 marks Total 200 These marks are aggregated and the overall mark is given out of 200 as follows: Awarded Not Awarded 130+ marks 0-129 marks 86 .Effectiveness of correction 20 marks Methods of teaching and awareness of adaptation to differing physique / gender 20 marks Rapport with students and pianist 20 marks Musical instruction. Ballet shoes or suitable teaching shoes.HIGHER PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS UK. which should last 1 hour and 15 minutes. or the Diploma in Dance Education qualifications in the Cecchetti Classical Ballet Faculty c) have completed 5 years of responsible teaching in the Cecchetti Society Classical Ballet Faculty TIME ALLOWANCE Duration of total Examination: 2 hours 15 minutes. The class. should consist of approximately equal parts of the syllabus work and the candidate's own arrangements based on the Cecchetti principles. SYLLABUS CONTENT Candidates will be given the choice of teaching a class of their own pupils.Leotard or T-shirt with tights or suitable teaching trousers (not track suits). In both cases the candidate must provide the dancers and the pianist.Plain leotard and pink tights with a skirt short enough to show the knees and thighs when demonstrating. Dance students names must be provided to the ISTD at the time of examination application. This is to ensure they meet the entry criteria as a responsible adult. the use of the syllabus to develop technique up to Grade 6 or Advanced 1 standard. They will be examined on: the principles of teaching (arising in part from the class). Ballet shoes or suitable teaching shoes. PRIOR LEARNING Candidates must: a) have passed the Advanced 1 in Cecchetti Society Classical Ballet b) hold the Associate Diploma. either at Grade 6 level or of students at Advanced 1 level. EUROPE & INTERNATIONAL LICENTIATE ENTRY CONDITIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION This examination can be entered at the candidate’s own studio or at a centre. the Certificate in Dance Education. DRESS Females . Males . AGE LIMITS Candidates must have reached the age of 23 years. 87 . ENTRY CONDITIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION In the UK. their knowledge of all the boys' and girls' work up to and including the Advanced 1 syllabus in demonstration and theoretical explanation. Candidates will. candidates should be aware that it may be scheduled to take place anywhere within their own country and not necessarily within their own school or own city. this examination can only be entered at ISTD2 or a regional centre. arranging a classical enchaînement at Advanced 1 level of not more than 30 seconds duration to music provided (a choice will be given). and use of voice 20 Syllabus knowledge 20 Analysis of movement 20 Methods of teaching and awareness of adaptation to differing physique and gender 20 Arrangement of classical enchaînement 20 Total 200 These marks are aggregated and the overall mark is given out of 200 as follows: Awarded 130 + Not Awarded 0-129 FELLOWSHIP The Fellowship is the highest qualification awarded by the ISTD. Mark scheme Title of component Marks attainable Class content and balance 20 Suitability of exercises and enchaînements 20 Manner and clarity of instruction 20 Observation and methods of technical instruction 20 Observation and methods of artistic and musical development 20 Rapport with students and pianist. be expected to be creative. The ISTD will arrange up to 3 or 4 students for the class for Section 1. Assessment is carried out by means of a practical demonstration of the knowledge. ASSESSMENT Candidates are examined singly by one examiner recruited and trained by the ISTD. therefore. 88 . understanding and skills required. Overseas. show breadth and depth of knowledge and a very high standard of teaching. Ballet shoes or suitable teaching shoes. At regional centres candidates should check this provision with the centre organiser. At ISTD HQ a pianist will be provided. This should consist of two adages. The candidate will then be asked to: 89 . Intermediate and Advanced 2 levels. two centre pirouettes. DRESS Females: Plain leotard and pink tights with a skirt short enough to show the knees and thighs when demonstrating. Males: Leotard or T-shirt with tights or suitable teaching trousers (not track suits).Candidates taking the Fellowship examination outside the UK should provide a pianist. SYLLABUS CONTENT The candidate should have: a thorough knowledge of all the Vocational Graded examinations syllabi through to Advanced 2. and one allegro for each day of the week. NOTE A list of Cecchetti Diploma work chosen should be handed to the examiners before the start of the examination. Candidates must forward a copy of typed notes and the sheet music of one of the dances to be shown in the examination to Headquarters with their entry form AGE LIMITS Candidates must have reached the age of 28 years. PRIOR LEARNING Candidates must: a) have passed the Advanced 2 in Cecchetti Society Classical Ballet b) hold the Licentiate or the Diploma in Dance Pedagogy qualifications in the Cecchetti Society Classical Ballet Faculty c) have completed 8 years of responsible teaching in the Cecchetti Society Classical Ballet Faculty TIME ALLOWANCE Duration of Examination: 2 hours 30 minutes. This is to ensure they meet the entry criteria as a responsible adult. The examination will be conducted in the following manner: A brief discussion will take place between the examiners and the candidate on his/her teaching experience teaching and her/ his understanding of the Cecchetti principles. studied a selection of their own choice from the Enrico Cecchetti Diploma syllabus. two diagonal turns. arranged dances at Grade 2 (demi-charactère). Ballet shoes or suitable teaching shoes. very unlikely that a potential performer will require reasonable adjustments. a potential teacher must be able to demonstrate all movements precisely. and from the candidate's own choice of Diploma work. However. explain the way in which they would adapt the syllabus work to individual requirements. therefore. This is because they are: 90 . The Vocational Graded Examinations and Professional Qualifications are designed for those who are intending to pursue a career in dance. show dances arranged at Grade 2 (demi-charactère). in order to teach them effectively. and use of voice 20 Analysis of movement 20 Methods of teaching and awareness of adaptation to differing physique and gender 20 Dances and clarity of notes 20 Total 200 These marks are aggregated and the overall mark is given out of 200 as follows: Awarded 130 + Not Awarded 0-129 REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS The ISTD policy and procedure for all reasonable adjustments for all qualifications is contained within the Equal Opportunties policy on the ISTD website. either as a performer or as a teacher. As the ‘Intermediate’ examination is also now included as a unit within the Diploma in Dance Instruction. Intermediate and Advanced 2 levels either danced by a pupil or themselves. Mark scheme Title of component Marks attainable Syllabus knowledge 20 Understanding of the Cecchetti principles 20 Manner and clarity of instruction 20 Observation and methods of technical instructionn 30 Observation and methods of artistic and musical development 30 Rapport with students and pianist. teach work chosen by the examiners from the Advanced 2 syllabus. It is. The class should last about 1 hour and 15 minutes. it is likely some candidates will apply for adjustments. ASSESSMENT Candidates will be examined singly before two examiners at the London centre. to up to four students provided by the ISTD. The class should have a short ‘warm-up'’ barre of 15 minutes. Under normal circumstances the report sheets for UK examinations will be issued to the teacher within 21 working days of the examination. giving detailed reasons for the request. regardless of any adjustment being requested. at least three weeks prior to the examination entry. 91 . The examiner also has the right to stop an examination if s/he considers that there is a risk to the health or safety of the candidate if they continue. Copies of all report sheets and results are held on archive for reference as necessary. and should be within 6 to 8 weeks of the examination. but who can nevertheless demonstrate them at a slower pace. recommend additional examination time. and checked for achieving the minimum pass levels. Candidates should attempt all movements and throughout. eg very stiff feet. Pregnant candidates are requested to complete the Application for Reasonable Adjustments form so that the examiner can be made aware of their condition. Results are then cleared for certificate issue. and it would be deemed to be unsafe to require them to perform using the same degree of strength and stamina as a younger dancer. and may therefore extend these timings. Examiners return the results and report sheets as soon as possible after the examination. or give further detailed guidance. RE-TAKES Candidates who are not successful may not re-take the examination until 3 months after the original examination. If required. and candidates should indicate which of the sections might be affected. The report sheets for each candidate are individually checked within the Quality Assurance department for administrative accuracy. This includes any pregnant candidate taking a practical examination. the examination must not be weighted to give an advantage to either the candidate with reasonable adjustments or the able bodied candidate. All results are entered by Sections. Those candidates who are possibly already teaching and who do not have the stamina or muscular strength that is normally required at this level. Such candidates must apply to the Customer Services and Quality Assurance Department. although the department will make every effort to process these as rapidly as possible. must dance to the best of their own physical ability. and these will be phrased in such a way as to clarify the knowledge of the mechanics of the movement. In principle. This will be processed giving the Faculty opportunity to refuse special conditions. which is undertaken by the Customer Services and Quality Assurance department. In the interests of safety and to facilitate accuracy of movement. would be causing injury to themselves. with a detailed marking system awarded according to the assessment criteria and attainment descriptors given for each examination. and additional time for breaks may also be applied for. Candidates who do not have sufficient physical facility to perform the movements at speed to the required standard. Questioning is not permitted for every section of the examination and would normally be used in a maximum of two performance sections. The demands on both must be equal. RESULTS AND CERTIFICATION All ISTD examinations are single performance at one moment in time. as the examiner needs to be informed. per Section and in total. Reasonable adjustments will be generally granted for certain specific sections of the examination. questions may be asked. Candidates who. Any errors found are corrected by the examiner prior to further processing of the whole examination session. and correct levels of attainment against the total mark achieved. The ISTD reserves the right to refuse entry to a particular candidate because of a reasonable belief that undertaking the examination will create a risk to the health or safety of the candidate. The same criteria apply to candidates at higher levels. through their physical make up. some candidates may indicate their own tempo and may take extra pauses for breath as necessary. using the Application for Reasonable Adjustments form. OFQUAL QUALIFICATION ACCREDITATION NUMBERS 501/0755/0 ISTD Level 1 Award in Graded Examination in Dance: Grade 1 (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/0753/7 ISTD Level 1 Award in Graded Examination in Dance: Grade 2 (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/0754/9 ISTD Level 1 Award in Graded Examination in Dance: Grade 3 (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/0756/2 ISTD Level 2 Award in Graded Examination in Dance: Grade 4 (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/0757/4 ISTD Level 2 Award in Graded Examination in Dance: Grade 5 (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/0758/6 ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Graded Examination in Dance: Grade 6 (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/0764/1 ISTD Level 2 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate Foundation (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/0728/8 ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/0760/4 ISTD Level 4 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Advanced 1 (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/0761/6 ISTD Level 4 Diploma in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Advanced 2 (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/1002/0 ISTD Level 3 Diploma in Dance Instruction (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 501/0750/1 ISTD Level 4 Diploma in Dance Education (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 600/4269/2 ISTD Level 6 Diploma in Dance Pedagogy (Cecchetti Classical Ballet) 92 .
Report "Cecchetti Classical Ballet Syllabus Outline March 2015"