IMPORTANT: Please note that this guidance pertains to the updated 2027 Musical Theatre Syllabus (for exams taken from 1st January 2027 onwards). For guidance relating to the 2021 Musical Theatre Syllabus (for exams taken before 31st December 2026), please see here: Musical Theatre Exams (Solo / Duo) - 2021 SYLLABUS

Vocal techniques features at both grades 6 & 7 as it is important for Learners to know about vocal techniques in singing at Level 3 for safety. The Learner's health and safety is paramount. 

The LAMDA Musical Theatre syllabus is designed to assess acting through song, so this question is about the choices made to support both the spoken and sung text that a song requires in moments of delivery. There should be a sense of understanding how breathing works, engaging with individual technique and particular support on difficult notes for a vocal range, and how breathing supports the melodic phrasing of the thoughts, text (lyrics), character, situation and the different styles of song.