11+ Music Aptitude Test Preparation Watford

Expert preparation for the SW Herts Consortium Music Aptitude Test

Secure your place at Watford Grammar, Queens, Parmiter's, and other leading schools

Our MAT Preparation Course

Course Details

  • When: Monday 4pm–5pm (term time)
  • Format: Rolling enrollment through MAT date
  • Spaces: Extremely limited, first come first served
  • Priority: Music Gym pupils get priority placement

What's Included

  • Multiple mock MAT tests
  • Breakdown of all 4 test sections
  • Song selection & Stage 2 performance guidance (written test + live audition prep)
  • 1-to-1 tutoring option — contact us for pricing
  • Expert coaching from Aimee

Understanding the MAT Test

The Music Aptitude Test consists of 60 questions across 4 sections, lasting approximately 45 minutes. It's played on CD through the school's audio equipment.

Pitch

Listen to two sounds and identify if the second is higher, lower, or the same

20 questions

Pitches can be less than a semitone apart

Melody

Listen to two 5-note tunes and identify if they're the same or which note changed

10 questions

Requires careful listening and note identification

Texture

Listen to chords and identify how many notes are played together (2, 3, or 4)

20 questions

Develops harmonic awareness

Rhythm

Listen to two rhythm patterns and identify if they're the same or where they differ

10 questions

Each pattern is 4 beats long

Our Track Record

Students in All 7 Consortium Schools

Past and present pupils studying at:

Watford Grammar School for Boys
Watford Grammar School for Girls
Queens School
Parmiter's School
St Clement Danes School
Rickmansworth School
Croxley Danes School

15 years of expert rock & pop music lessons in Watford has given us deep experience in preparing young musicians for competitive music scholarships.

Why Choose Music Gym?

Expert Coaching

Taught by Aimee with proven methods to maximize Stage 1 success

Proven Results

Students placed in all 7 SW Herts Consortium schools

1-to-1 Tutoring

Personalised preparation — contact us for pricing

Ready to Prepare?

Limited spaces available on a first come, first served basis. Secure your place now.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 01923 523027

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I do 1-to-1 tutoring instead?

Yes! We offer 1-to-1 MAT preparation tutoring. Contact us for availability and pricing.

Is there a guarantee I'll pass?

No guarantees, but our proven methods and expert coaching give you the best chance of passing Stage 1. Success depends on individual effort and practice.

What happens after Stage 1?

If successful in Stage 1 (the written test), you progress to Stage 2, which is a live performance audition.

Do I need to be a Music Gym pupil?

No, but Music Gym pupils get priority placement. Spaces for non-pupils are available if we have capacity.