The Music Scholarship at 16+ at Guildford High School is a music scholarship for 16+ entry, worth up to 10% of fees.
Who can apply for the Music Scholarship at 16+?
About Grade 8 standard on principal instrument, with Distinction quality playing.
What is the Music Scholarship at 16+ worth?
Worth up to 10% of fees, as published by Guildford High School.
5%–10% of fees
How do you apply for the Music Scholarship at 16+?
- Submit an additional application with a short video clip
- shortlisted candidates audition in November of the year prior to entry, playing 4-5 minutes on principal and second instruments.
- Academic requirements must also be met.
How music scholarships usually work
Schools usually hold an audition: prepared pieces on one or two instruments or voice, often with scales, sight-reading and aural tests.
- Check the standard each school expects at your entry point, since many state a grade.
- Choose pieces your child can play confidently, ideally contrasting ones.
- Ask the instrumental teacher for a reference early, as many schools ask for one.
General guidance across schools, not Guildford High School's own terms.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Music Scholarship at 16+ at Guildford High School worth?
It is worth up to 10% of fees.
Who can apply for the Music Scholarship at 16+?
About Grade 8 standard on principal instrument, with Distinction quality playing.
How do you apply for the Music Scholarship at 16+?
Submit an additional application with a short video clip; shortlisted candidates audition in November of the year prior to entry, playing 4-5 minutes on principal and second instruments. Academic requirements must also be met.
Source: guildfordhigh.co.uk, checked 4 Nov 2026