It can be good to take an exam if you pick one that suits you. It will:- # give a focus for your lessons & practice. # confirm the level you have achieved. # give you some university points (grades6-8) # raise your confidence level generally.
'Classical' exams are arranged by ABRSM, London College of Music and TrinityGuildhall 'Popular music' exams are arranged by Rockschool. 'Jazz' exams are arranged by ABRSM. Music theory exams are arranged by ABRSM & TrinityGuildhall. All these are give, good, recognised qualifications.