In short
The Music Awards (16+) at St Paul's School is a music scholarship for 16+ entry.
Who can apply for the Music Awards (16+)?
Current pupils at around Grade 8 or above.
How do you apply for the Music Awards (16+)?
St Paul's School has not published its process here, so check with admissions.
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 St Paul's School's own terms.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Music Awards (16+)?
Current pupils at around Grade 8 or above.
How are music scholarships usually assessed?
Schools usually hold an audition: prepared pieces on one or two instruments or voice, often with scales, sight-reading and aural tests.
Source: stpaulsschool.org.uk, checked 4 Nov 2026