A friend of mine did a piano performer's licentiate through Trinity College and Royal Schools, with a private teacher. She was an excellent pianist and repetiteured for many years at the opera house. She then decided to go to the college of music to do a degree. In retrospect, she was sorry that she had not made that decision earlier. As many on this list have observed, it's the company of so many students and top musicians with the same aim that seems to make all the difference, especially for a practical diploma or degree.
Just my 2c worth (and they sure ain't worth much here!)
Regards Susi Cape Town
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