The Major Music Award at The Abbey School is a music scholarship for 16+ entry.
Who can apply for the Major Music Award?
Sixth Form applicants only, at least Grade 8 equivalent and expecting to take A-level music.
What is the Major Music Award worth?
Enhanced financial reward
How do you apply for the Major Music Award?
The Abbey 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 The Abbey School's own terms.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Major Music Award at The Abbey School worth?
Enhanced financial reward.
Who can apply for the Major Music Award?
Sixth Form applicants only, at least Grade 8 equivalent and expecting to take A-level music.
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: theabbey.co.uk, checked 4 Nov 2026