The Trinity College was founded In 1872 and is one of the leading Colleges in the United Kingdom, today, Trinity college’s carefully graded examinations offer students of all ages and abilities the opportunity to test their skills & gain confidence. The Music examinations cover 35 instruments like Piano, Violin, Guitar, Harp, Viola, Violin, cello, Recorders, Flute, Oboe Horn, Percussion, Drum kit..... The list is quite a long one. Examinations for all these subjects are available at various levels, from the absolute beginner through to the accomplished performer including performance diplomas are our most advanced performance awards. ... Performance Diplomas are available at three levels: ATCL: equivalent in standard to the first year recital of an undergraduate degree. LTCL: equivalent in standard to the final year recital of an undergraduate degree

Trinity was the first music college in Britain to run graded, practical examinations for external students. These examinations take place at 1200 centers in more than 65 countries. There are examination centers in Africa, Australia, Canada, Cyprus, Egypt, the Gulf States, Hongkong, India, Ireland, Malaysia, Malta, New Zealand, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sri Lanka, Thailand, UK, USA, and the West Indies.

All Examinations are performance-oriented and consist of an individual assessment by one of Trinity College's specially selected and trained examiners who fly in, all the way from the UK, to assess these candidates. All candidates receive a written Examination report, very soon after their examination. Successful candidates are awarded either a pass, merit or distinction certificate, depending on how well they perform. Trinity College London Examinations are recognized in most parts of the world. Trinity College London has been providing music and other exams since 1877.