This test is performed in free time without backing track or click , but the examiner will be looking for the speed of your response. At Debut, candidates will be offered the choice between Sight Reading or Improvisation and Interpretation. Both are previously unseen and an example of each is shown in the grade book. Candidates are required to play hands separately and only single notes will be required to be played with both left and right hands. Candidates will have 90 seconds to practise after which the examiner will play the backing track twice.
The first time is to practise and the second time is to perform the final version for the exam. For the first play through, there will be four clicks. For the test, there will be a one bar count in.
During the practice time, candidates will be given the option of a metronome click throughout or a one bar count-in at the beginning. The backing track is continuous so once the first playthrough has finished the count-in of the second playing will start immediately.
The Improvisation test is in the form of a 4—6 bar chord progression, with all chord symbols indicated. Candidates are required to improvise single note melodies with either left or right hand. It is permissible to play chord voicings, or use both hands, but marks will only be awarded for melodic content. For each playthrough, the backing track will begin with a one bar count-in. The examiner will play two half notes one after the other. Candidates are to state whether the second note is higher or lower in pitch than the first note.
The test will be played twice, each time preceded by a one-bar count-in. There will also be a C root note at the beginning of the test for reference.
Credit will be given for speed of response. The examiner will play two chords, each with a C root note. Candidates are to state which chord played was major and which chord played was minor. Candidates can choose the piece on which basis the questions will be asked. It must be one of the pieces performed in the exam.
The exact bars or phrases will be chosen by the examiner. Group 4: Technical Fingering used in a crotchet length phrase. Either hand. Understanding of musical structure shown all of the time. Most of the written music accurately performed or equivalent skills demonstrated overall.
Understanding of musical structure shown most of the time. Some of the written music accurately performed or equivalent skills generally demonstrated. Understanding of musical structure shown some of the time. Written music not accurately performed or equivalent skills not demonstrated.
Understanding of musical structure not evidenced. Mostly convincing projection of the music. Some convincing projection of the music. Music not convincingly projected. For all Keys grades, candidates are able to play a number of free choice pieces in the examination:. Click here for grade specific Free Choice Criteria and wider requirements which need to be observed in full to be eligible for use in the exam.
All pieces must be performed to a backing track without the examined part on the track except in cases where pieces have been selected from previous Rockschool syllabi and do not have a backing track.
If there is any doubt or questions about the appropriateness of the chosen piece, please contact us directly and we will advise. All notated work is to be played as written. There should be no changes or arrangement unless previously agreed with Rockschool. For all piano grades, Rockschool encourages individual musicality, articulation, expression and use of dynamics when performing. Note: Where there is notated articulation, expression, dynamic or pedal markings, these have been specifically written and must be observed.
Candidates must bring their own keyboard and appropriate stand for use in the exam, plus any additional required equipment i. The keyboards must fit the following criteria:. Alternatively, MIDI keyboard and laptop set ups may also be used. Please note, a realistic piano sound will need to be used for any piano arrangement pieces.
Note: octave transposition facilities for smaller keyboards may be required, depending on repertoire selection. Please note, digital pianos may not have the full range of functions available to take a keyboard exam. Own equipment needs to be practicable and reasonably portable so as not to impact on exam timings.
Note also that if any outcomes required at a particular grade either cannot be demonstrated or are demonstrated less securely as a result of the equipment, this may be reflected in the marks awarded. Candidates cannot use either pre-programmed backing tracks or internally generated, pre-programmed rhythms. We have exam centres all across the UK and in 38 other countries around the globe.
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