The traditional form of music evaluation was a thorough physical examination. But Covid 19 changed any preconceived concepts. The world started operating more digitally since March 2020 when many countries announced lockdowns to save their citizens from the Covid 19 virus. Now we are into May 2021 and still the pandemic is not over. Most parts of India are again under lockdown. Like many sectors, education has switched to the online platform. Music lessons are happening digitally. Those who had digital modules before 2020 had an added advantage. Others are catching up and adjusting to the new world order. Since 2017, music examination board like the Musicea Arts and Culture Council are providing online music assessments. The examinations are through live streaming or recorded sessions. As most teachers were comfortable with the physical examinations, Musicea Arts and Culture Council struggled to convince many teachers regarding the advantages of a digital assessment. But the lockdowns changed their conceptions. Many teachers are preparing candidates for an online music exam. Many teachers find it more flexible and convenient. Boards like Trinity College London, ABRSM, London College of Music, Rockschool are playing catchup too. There are many advantages of an online music exam. The first is flexibility. Exams may happen every month and not only at fixed times every year. The candidates save on travel time to the examination venue. The candidate plays from a comfortable and known venue. The Piano and Drum Kit candidates get a chance to play on their instruments.
Online music examinations will become more popular gradually. In a country as big and diverse as India, online examinations will become more acceptable. Villages in India have 4G broadband internet. Now distance is not a factor. Candidates also get opportunities to learn online. The assessments procedure offered by Musicea Arts and Culture Council is unique and very progressive. The registration is through online form fill-ups and examination fees paid through a bank account. The candidate receives the examination admit card. The examination happens mostly through live video streaming. Pre-recorded video exams are the other option for candidates where high-speed internet connectivity is an issue. After the exam, the candidate receives the examination report card and the diploma as hard copies through courier services. Many teachers and candidates are already extremely satisfied with the services and they say that they’ll continue with the online module even after the lockdowns are over. Platforms like Zoom and Google Meet are extremely user friendly. Online music examinations will become more popular in the coming days and months. The Covid 19 virus changed the world forever.
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