Kalymi Music Assessments
Cigar Box Guitar Assessments
Country & Bluegrass · 3-String Open G
This is the permanent Cigar Box Guitar pathway for Kalymi Music Assessments. Grade 1 is the first level, designed for 3-string cigar box guitar in Open G (G–D–G), with Grades 2 to 4 planned as the pathway develops.
Grade 1 · Beginner
Cigar Box Guitar, Grade 1
Country & Bluegrass Repertoire, Technique and Requirements for Beginners — Kalymi Music Assessments
Grade 1 provides a practical beginner-level goal built around country and bluegrass playing skills. It is optional: you can use the Country & Bluegrass Method, video course and other Kalymi Music resources without entering an assessment.
Grade 1 covers
- Tuning & Technique
- Riffs
- Scales & Arpeggios
- Chords, Rhythm & Capo
- Improvisation
- Repertoire
- Listening & Playback
- Sight Reading & Note Finding
Grade 1 at a glance
Grade 1 Exam Book
The Exam Book defines the assessment
The Grade 1 Exam Book contains the official musical requirements, repertoire and preparation material. Teaching resources can help you develop the skills, but the assessment is governed by the published Exam Book requirements together with any formally published corrections.
Cigar Box Guitar Exam Book, Grade 1
The official Grade 1 publication brings the requirements, assessed material and preparation information together in one place.
The product link will appear here when the Exam Book is available.
Country & Bluegrass Method
Book 1: Foundations and the Foundations video course develop many of the same underlying skills. They are useful preparation routes, but neither is required for assessment entry.
Grade 1 candidate information
Current Grade 1 information
The Exam Book is the authority for the musical requirements. This section carries current Grade 1 procedural information and any formally published correction that needs to accompany the printed book.
Book rules and online procedure
Musical requirements do not change silently. They remain controlled by the applicable Exam Book edition and any correction formally published here.
Changeable procedure — such as registration, delivery, file format, upload or submission instructions — is published online so candidates can follow the current process even if those procedures change after the book is printed.
Grade 1 Exam Entry · Not yet open
Enter when you are ready
Exam Entry is separate from the Exam Book. This section will carry the Grade 1 registration link and the applicable fee, delivery, booking or submission instructions and expected feedback turnaround when entry opens.
Buying the Exam Book does not automatically enter you for the assessment.
Assessment outcome
Results, feedback and certificate
A result
Every candidate receives the outcome of the assessment against the published requirements for the grade entered.
Written feedback
Every candidate receives written feedback identifying strengths and areas that can be developed further.
Certificate of Achievement
Candidates who achieve the required standard receive a Kalymi Music Certificate of Achievement, awarded through Kalymi Music Assessments.
Preparation & program links
Useful Cigar Box Guitar resources
The Exam Book controls the assessment requirements. These pages provide teaching, practice material and broader program information.
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Questions & answers
Cigar Box Guitar assessment FAQ
Do I need Book 1: Foundations to take Grade 1?
No. Book 1 develops many of the same underlying skills and is a useful preparation route, but assessment entry is based on meeting the published Grade 1 requirements.
Do I need a teacher to prepare?
No. You may prepare independently, with a teacher or with other suitable learning materials. The Exam Book defines what must be prepared for Grade 1.
Where do I find the official musical rules for Grade 1?
The Grade 1 Exam Book is the authority for the musical requirements, including any task-specific rules. This website carries current procedure and any formally published corrections.
What will I receive after the assessment?
Every candidate receives a result and written feedback. Candidates who achieve the required standard also receive a Kalymi Music Certificate of Achievement, awarded through Kalymi Music Assessments.
What if website instructions change after I buy the Exam Book?
Current online instructions control procedural matters such as registration, delivery, file and submission requirements. The musical requirements remain controlled by the Exam Book edition together with any formally published corrections.
Where can I see whether Grade 1 Exam Entry is open?
The Grade 1 Exam Entry section on this page carries the current registration status and entry information.