We are delighted to announce the 2024-25 season of the Gardner’s Trust Braille Music Literacy Awards. Administered by the RNIB, these awards are dedicated to assessing the reading, understanding, and performance of Braille music. They provide music Braillists with a valuable opportunity to receive expert feedback on their specialist skills and to demonstrate their musical independence.
The awards are open to Braillists in the UK of all ages, as previous age restrictions have been removed. Candidates are also permitted to retake levels they have previously attempted.
There are five levels of assessment available. All participants will receive a detailed report and a certificate of entry. Outstanding entrants at each level who meet the required standard will be awarded a prize, ranging from £10 for Level 1 to £50 for Level 5.
Tests will take place from January to March 2025. Feedback and certificates will be issued in April/May 2025, at which time we will also announce the prize winners. Candidates may choose to take the exams either in person at a location of their choice or online.
Specimen tests, along with general regulations and requirements in both Braille and print, can be obtained from the RNIB.
For more information, please visit: Gardner’s Trust Braille Music Literacy Awards | RNIB.
To request the information pack and application form, please contact us at: [email protected]