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🎬 TRINITY COLLEGE LONDON – DIGITAL EXAM RECORDING GUIDELINES

Trinity Digital Exam Checklist

✅ Before You Begin

1. Check Your Requirements

   • Make sure you know what’s required for your instrument/voice grade, including:

     • Number of pieces

     • Technical work (if applicable)

     • Performance notes (for Performance Grades)

     • Any specific camera angles.

2. Prepare the Space

   • Choose a quiet, well-lit location with no background noise or interruptions.

   • Ensure the background is clean and not distracting.

3. Dress Appropriately

   • Dress smartly as you would for a live exam.

   • Avoid clothes that blend into the background or have loud patterns.

🎥 Video Recording Setup

1. Camera Positioning

   • Use a smartphone, tablet, or camera with good video quality (720p or 1080p).

   • Place the camera horizontally (landscape mode).

   • Ensure:

     • The performer’s entire body and instrument are visible (especially hands and face).

     • The instrument and playing technique are clearly captured.

     • For singers: full upper body (face to waist) should be visible.

2. Sound Quality

   • Use the device’s built-in mic or an external microphone if available.

   • Avoid background noise and echo.

   • Test volume levels before recording to prevent distortion.

3. Lighting

   • Make sure the room is well-lit (natural or artificial light).

   • Avoid strong backlighting from windows or lamps behind you.

🎼 During the Recording

1. Introduction (Compulsory)

   • Look into the camera and say clearly:

     • Your full name

     • The instrument or voice part you’re performing

     • The grade and the pieces (titles and composers)

2. Performance

   • Perform all required pieces in one continuous take (no edits, no cuts).

   • Follow the order specified by Trinity (if given).

   • Ensure transitions between pieces are natural and keep the recording running.

   • ⛔ There should be no camera shakes when recording.

3. Accompaniment (if required)

   • Live or pre-recorded accompaniment is allowed (depending on instrument/grade).

   • Ensure the backing track is audible and balanced with your performance.

⛔ Do NOT

• Edit or cut your video.

• Add titles, filters, or effects.

• Record in multiple takes.

• Use auto-tune or sound enhancement software.

• Include any talking or distractions apart from the introduction.

💾 After Recording

1. Watch Your Video

   • Make sure everything is clearly visible and audible.

   • Confirm it follows all guidelines.

   • Rename the file as:
     FullName_Instrument_Grade_Batch.mp4
     e.g., AmarachiInnocent_Voice_Grade1_Batch2.mp4

2. Upload Your Video

   • Use the portal e-classroom channel (or link) to upload your recording .

   • Follow the steps to submit your video and any supporting documents.

3. Deadline

   • Submit your video within on the specific date of exam.

   • Late uploads will not be accepted.

🧾 Additional Tips

• Do a test recording first.

• Have your music scores ready (originals or approved copies).

• Have someone assist with recording if needed.

• Save a backup copy before uploading.