Abstract
This paper explores the possible use of the Onken music examination for school education. The Onken examination aims to measure listening and appraisal skills. The same skills are supposed to be developed by school education. Analysis of the Onken materials showed the following benefits that can be used in a school learning context:
•The focused learning approach of exam materials can develop students' listening and appraisal skills in a short time.
•Exam materials can be used in a complementary manner for further learning.
•Exam materials give students perspectives to understand music by highlighting musical elements.
