About us
About us
ABRSM is The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music and a global music education charity. At the heart of everything we do is our belief that music enriches lives. Building on our heritage, we offer face-to-face and digital exams, sheet music, recordings, apps and courses for students and teachers across the world.
In partnership with four Royal Schools of Music, we carry on a long legacy of musical excellence. More than an awarding organisation, we support learners from the first note they play, and empower teachers who help build musical skills and encourage progress around the world.
As a charity, we use all of the surpluses we generate to make significant donations towards music education initiatives and to develop our support for learners and teachers around the world. We advocate for music and its many forms, playing our part to ensure the future of music education and its place in society.
Together with our partners, our teachers and others around the world, we’ve been nurturing the future of music since 1889—to help people start or continue their journey.
ABRSM is a company registered with limited liability in England & Wales No.1926395. Charity registered in England & Wales (292182) and Scotland (SC043343). Registered office: 4 London Wall Place, London EC2Y 5AU, UK
Our history
Over 130 years ago, Sir Alexander MacKenzie, principal of the Royal Academy of Music joined together with Sir George Grove, director of the Royal College of Music, to create a new examining body: an impartial and expert organisation to promote high standards of musical education and assessment.
