ISTD Cecchetti Classical Ballet
Examinations and Study Resources

ISTD Examinations

In order to meet the needs of the young child, at both pre-vocational and recreational levels, as well as those of the vocational student, the Cecchetti Society Classical Ballet Faculty, ISTD has evolved a series of examinations validated by the ISTD. Their value lies in giving pupils and teachers a specific goal to work towards at a particular stage in training, and a sense of accomplishment in achieving that goal. Vocational examinations for older students help prepare those who are considering a career in dance as a performer or teacher, or are training at a Vocational School. In addition to these exams ISTD Teaching qualifications provide a comprehensive pathway for those wanting to teach Cecchetti method,from an initial qualification to those who aspire to the highest levels of qualifications in the ISTD.

To find our more about the full spectrum of ISTD Cecchetti examination syllabi go to www.istd.org

ISTD Study Resources

To support study at all these levels the ISTD produces resources including :-

  • Examination Syllabi Specifications

  • Music manuscript books and CDs

  • Syllabi DVDs

  • Books including the Cecchetti Manual

Resources can be viewed and purchased at the ISTD Shop https://shop.istd.org/shop/

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