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David Andrews BA(Mus)  
Specialist music services  

Tel. +44  (0)1423 504373  
david@violinman.co.uk 

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Music Examinations Manager  (version 19.09.08)
for The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Syllabus 2008

Complements on-line entries at https://onlineforms.abrsm.ac.uk/

Please note (Sept 08) - the AB entries page has a new form showing
the most recent entries. When using Music Examinations Manager
ignore this new page and click here on the last line of text.
From there follow the normal procedure.

Although the Associated Board disclaims all responsibility for this software (quite reasonably, since I do not work for the Board) over 65 schools and music trusts/centres/services nationwide and abroad* have used it each period in place of the handwritten entry forms.

It's much more than an entries' program though it simplifies entries, prevents errors, saves time and performs many 'household' tasks necessary in the organisation of the Board's examinations within a music department or centre.

It caters for Preparatory to Grade 8, Theory and Practical, producing printed entry sheets accepted by the Board.

Each year's software contains the latest Regulations and Fees from the Board, so changes are automatically catered for without your having to do anything except enter candidates' details.

* The Board's specific agreement is necessary for use outside UK.
 

 

What will it do for my department?

•  Entry form for up to 500 candidates each session - large enough for most Music Services
    and accepted by the Board
•  Include Special Visits
•  Automatic link to Board's on-line entry pages - uses the data already entered
•  flexible exam timetabling, including  special needs, variable session times etc.
•  fee and result slips printed for candidates, including any local surcharge
•  databases for regular candidates and "certificate names"
•  error-checking warns of any illegalities
•  automatic list of grade 5 theory qualifications
•  provision for private or external candidates
•  automatic fee calculation for charging (including any Centre surcharge) in local currency
•  charging list in your defined categories (house, form etc.), in alphabetical order
•  results (alphabetical or mark order) within classes or by instrument, teacher etc
•  analysis of entries/results by instrument, staff, grade, classes of pass, average mark etc.
•  summary sheet including fee totals, exams by grade and total examining time
•  immediate access to instrument codes, dates, fees and help file
•  data files (.wdb) for database programs such as Microsoft Works - fees and exam timetable
•  Downloadable upgrades and revisions from here - no data overwritten 
•  free telephone help - almost 24 hours
•  written by a music teacher for music teachers
 

The software needs a PC running Windows 95 or later. Built into the current program are the 2008 UK fees, dates and Regulations so far as they affect entries. For example, all current instrument codes are available together with the limited grades offered where appropriate. Included are dummy candidate data so that you can explore the program without risking real data.

You can download  the program as a free demonstration though the printing is disabled.  However, it will show you all the other functions. 

The file will download and occupy
C:\program files\AB Exams 2008 unless you choose otherwise. The demo version can be converted to fully-working by contacting the author (see right panel). You will need to quote a number shown which uniquely identifies the computer on which the program is installed. I will send by phone or email a counter-number which enables all functions.

At any time you can download the latest version and use it fully without enabling again, as long as the same computer and folder (directory) are used. Existing data will be safe. 

The software is produced in three-year cycles and updated each year, or more frequently if necessary. The latest version will always be available here The cost for 2008 to 2010 is £85 (price covers all three years of new cycle).

If you are without internet access I could post the program on CD, but you would be better off finding someone to download for you.

Download free demo version
for 2008 Syllabus

Email: david@violinman.co.uk
Tel   01423 504373 
Mob 07711 443076

I think you'll find the program extremely useful - there are many devoted users in schools and county music centres/trusts all over the UK. Many of the additions are a result of their suggestions.

Why not try the free download and see what it can do?