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CSTD ExamsPPDC offer C.S.T.D (Commonwealth Society of Teachers of Dancing) syllabus individual examinations for the below facets:Tap Modern JazzClassical BalletTheatrical Stage Dance (for Tines only)C.S.T.D is one of the worlds greatest international dance societies proudly serving dance for over 75 years. Exams begin as early as 5 years old and progress through various grades to teaching qualifications. Some grades can contribute to the childs Senior School Certificate.Exams are not compulsory but highly encouraged. It is up to the discretion of the teacher to determine if the student is ready to sit for an exam. Exams are held in late October every year and incur an application fee and may require specific exam attire outside of the standard class wear. If students are enrolling to complete exams classes please refer to our exam pamphlet for further specifics.If participating in exams students attendance to all exam classes is paramount to their success. Each student will receive a dvd of their exams to help with practice at home and additional workshops /seminars are scheduled throughout the year at our and other studios to perfect.PPDC realise the effort and hard work that goes into achieving a high level pass of Honours or Honours Plus from C.S.T.D examiners so these students are rewarded with a trophy at our annual presentation night.Fees come in packages to be paid by end of term 2. You will choose a package for each facet of dance from the following (private lessons conducted 1st week Sept holidays or Term 4):Exam Wear GirlsC.S.T.D Exams GirlsSub-JuniorsTINIES A & TINIES B* Red Dress & Petticoat (supplied)* Scrunchies & Mickey Mouse Ears (supplied)* Fiesta stockings (no holes)* Black runners (undies)* Black Jazz shoes (freshly painted)* Hair half up half down with curls* Tap shoes (Tinies B only)PRE & PRIMARY BALLET* Black PPDC Leotard * Black Ballet Skirt (Supplied)* Pink Ballet stockings (no holes)* Ballet shoes - no ribbons (freshly painted* Hair in a neat high bun (coloured ribbon for bun supplied)* NO EARRINGS, JEWELLERY OR NAIL POLISH* SHOES FRESHLY PAINTED* STOCKINGS WITH NO HOLES* LIGHT MAKE-UP * MAKE-UP BOX WITH ALL NECESSARY ITEMS - BOBBY PINS, SAFETY PINS, HAIRSPRAY ETC.

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JuniorsELEMENTARY BRONZE & SILVER TAP* Red PPDC Leotard* Fiesta Stockings (no holes)* Black Skirt with Red Ribbon (supplied)* Tap shoes (freshly painted)* Hair in a neat high bun with a red ribbon around itJUNIOR MODERN JAZZ & GRADE 1 JAZZ* Red PPDC Leotard* Black Jazz Leggings* Fiesta Stockings (no holes)* Black Jazz shoes (freshly painted)* Hair in a neat high bun with a Red & Black PPDC scrunchieGRADES 1 - 2 BALLET* Black PPDC Leotard* Pink Ballet stockings (no holes)* Ballet shoes with Ribbons (freshly painted)* Hair in a neat high bun (coloured ribbon for bun supplied* NO EARRINGS, JEWELLERY OR NAIL POLISH* SHOES FRESHLY PAINTED* STOCKINGS WITH NO HOLES* LIGHT MAKE-UP * MAKE-UP BOX WITH ALL NECESSARY ITEMS - BOBBY PINS, SAFETY PINS, HAIRSPRAY ETC.

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IntermediatesELEMENTARY GOLD TAP* Red PPDC Leotard* Fiesta Stockings (no holes)* Black Skirt with Red Ribbon (supplied)* Tap shoes (freshly painted)* Hair in a neat high bun with a red ribbon around itINTERMEDIATE BRONZE, SILVER & GOLD TAP* Red PPDC Leotard* Fiesta Stockings (no holes)* Tap shoes (freshly painted)* Hair in a neat high bun with a red ribbon around itGRADE 5 JAZZ* Red PPDC Leotard* Black Jazz Leggings* Fiesta Stockings (no holes)* Black Jazz shoes (freshly painted)* Hair in a neat high bun (flower for bun supplied)GRADE 2 - 4 JAZZ* Red PPDC Leotard* Black Jazz Leggings* Fiesta Stockings (no holes)* Black Jazz shoes (freshly painted)* Hair in a neat high bun with a Red & Black PPDC scrunchieGRADES 3 - 6 BALLET* Black PPDC Leotard* Pink Ballet stockings (no holes)* Ballet shoes with Ribbons (freshly painted)* Hair in a neat high bun (coloured ribbon for bun supplied* NO EARRINGS, JEWELLERY OR NAIL POLISH* SHOES FRESHLY PAINTED* STOCKINGS WITH NO HOLES* LIGHT MAKE-UP * MAKE-UP BOX WITH ALL NECESSARY ITEMS - BOBBY PINS, SAFETY PINS, HAIRSPRAY ETC.

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SeniorsINTERMEDIATE GOLD BAR & ADVANCED BRONZE, SILVER, GOLD, GOLD BAR & GOLD STAR TAP* Red PPDC Leotard* Fiesta Stockings (no holes)* Tap shoes (freshly painted)* Hair in a neat high bun with a red ribbon around itGRADE 6 - 8 JAZZ* Red PPDC Leotard* Black Jazz Leggings* Fiesta Stockings (no holes)* Black Jazz shoes (freshly painted)* Hair in a neat high bun (flower for bun supplied)MAJORS - SUB-ELEMENTARY, ELEMENTARY & INTERMEDIATE BALLET* Black PPDC Leotard* Pink Ballet stockings (no holes)* Demi-pointe ballet shoes with Ribbons (freshly cleaned)* Pointe shoes with ribbons (freshly cleaned)* Hair in a neat high bun with pink ribbon around it* NO EARRINGS, JEWELLERY OR NAIL POLISH* SHOES FRESHLY PAINTED* STOCKINGS WITH NO HOLES* LIGHT MAKE-UP * MAKE-UP BOX WITH ALL NECESSARY ITEMS - BOBBY PINS, SAFETY PINS, HAIRSPRAY ETC.

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Exam Wear BoysC.S.T.D Exam: (Boys)JAZZ - JUNIOR MODERN, GRADES 1 4Bloch PantsBlack Bonds shirt or singletBlack Jazz shoesBlack SocksJAZZ GRADES 5 8Bloch PantsBlack Bonds shirtBlack Jazz shoesBlack SocksALL TAP LEVELSBlack Suit PantsWhite Long Sleeved buttoned-up shirtBlack CummerbundBlack bow tieBlack socksBlack Tap shoesTINIES A & TINIES BBlack Suit PantsWhite Long Sleeved buttoned-up shirtBlack bracesBlack beltBlack socksBlack Jazz shoesRed bow tie and Mickey Mouse Ears (supplied on the day)Plus Black Tap shoes (Tinies B)C.S.T.D Exams: Dress Requirments:CSTD SyllabusPPDC offer C.S.T.D (Commonwealth Society of Teachers of Dancing) syllabus individual examinations for the below facets:: Tap : Classical Ballet: Modern Jazz : Theatrical Stage Dance (Tinies only)Exams begin as early as 5 years old and progress through various grades to teaching qualifications. Some grades can contribute to the childs Senior School Certificate. Exams are not compulsory but highly encouraged. Exams are held in October every year and are examined by a CSTD Examiner. Each student will receive a dvd of their exams to help with practice at home and additional workshops /seminars are scheduled throughout the year at our and other studios to perfect. Theory work is required to be learnt for higher level grades.The Modern Jazz Syllabus covers:*Pre Modern* * Jazz* *Junior Modern Jazz* *Grade 1 through to 8* *Dorothy Gladstone Award* *Jazz Shield* *Teaching Certificate*Teaching DiplomaThe Tap Syllabus covers:*Preliminary To Tap - Levels 1 & 2* *Elementary Bronze* *Elementary Silver* *Elementary Gold* *Intermediate Bronze**Intermediate Silver* *Intermediate Gold* *Intermediate Gold Bar* *Advanced Bronze* *Advanced Silver* *Advanced Gold* *Advanced Gold Bar* *Gold Star* *Gold Cross (Public Examination)*Teacher's Certificate* *Full Teacher's Diploma*Dorothy Gladstone Tapping Award.The Classical Ballet syllabi comprises the Grades Syllabus and the Major Classical Syllabus. The Ballet Grades Syllabus covers:*Pre Ballet *Primary*Grade 1 through to 6*Dorothy Gladstone AwardThe Ballet Major Syllabus covers:*Sub Elementary* *Elementary* *Intermediate* *Martin Rubenstein Award* *Premier Danseur **Teachers' Certificate*Teachers' DiplomaThe Theatrical Stage Dance Syllabus covers:*Tiny Tots Test A* *Tiny Tots Test B* Many more are offered however we only offer the first two.Exam Package FeesExam TheoryEXAM THEORY ALL GRADESCSTD: Exam Theory for 2011 ADVANCED BRONZE TAP THEORY.doc Classical theory Primary.docx Classical Theory Grade 5.docx ADVANCED SILVER TAP THEORY.doc Classical theory Pre Ballet.docx Classical Theory Grade 6.docx GRADE 5 JAZZ THEORY.doc ADVANCED GOLD TAP THEORY.doc Classical theory Grade 1.docx Classical Theory Sub Elementary.docx INTERMEDIATE BRONZE TAP THEORY.doc GRADE 5 JAZZ THEORY.doc Classical Theory Grade 2.docx Classical Theory Elementary.docx GRADE 6 JAZZ THEORY.doc INTERMEDIATE SILVER TAP THEORY.doc Classical Theory Grade 3.docx Classical theory Intermediate.docx INTERMEDIATE GOLD TAP THEORY.doc GRADE 7 JAZZ THEORY.doc Classical Theory Grade 4.docx

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KEY:Examiners Fee: Covers the Examiners and music players food and drink during the exam.Seminars: Completed at other studios to enhance technique.Workshops: Completed at PPDC over the June/July School holidays to learn the entire exams.DVD Hire : Yours to borrow and returned on Exam day.Private Lessons: Gives your child a one on one exam technique class that specifically meets the needs of that child allowing them to be more confident.

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