Instruments

Designed for those in the advanced stages of studying the piano, this is part of a progressive series of eleven handbooks, primarily intended for candidates considering taking the London College of Music examinations in piano. This handbook covers all the material needed for the grade seven exam: nine performance pieces in a variety of musical styles (with practice notes & info about every piece), all the required technical work, details of the discussion component, and specimen sight reading and aural tests – in fact, absolutely everything you need for this grade!

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To be a great rock and pop musician you need to develop a range of important musical skills ― from performing with flair, to improvising and picking up new songs quickly. Trinity College London’s Rock & Pop exams are designed to help you develop these skills and take your musicianship to the next level. This book has been produced to help candidates prepare for the session skills test, an important part of each Rock & Pop exam. It contains 10 example playback and improvising tests for each grade as well as guidance on exam preparation. An accompanying CD is also included to allow candidates to practise the tests as they would be presented in the exam.

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Designed for those in the advanced stages of studying the piano, this is part of a progressive series of eleven handbooks, primarily intended for candidates considering taking the London College of Music examinations in piano. This handbook covers all the material needed for the grade eight exam: twelve performance pieces in a variety of musical styles (with practice notes & info about every piece), all the required technical work, details of the discussion component, and specimen sight reading and aural tests – in fact, absolutely everything you need for this grade!

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The journeys in ÊActing and Singing with ArchetypesÊ are based on the Voices of the Archetypes and Myths workshops that Frankie Armstrong has conducted throughout Europe Australia and the United States. Primarily geared toward theatre teachers directors and theatre workshop leaders this groundbreaking interactive book ä with an accompanying CD ä shows actors and singers how to expand their creative choices by taking journeys to find the archetypes within themselves. ÞArchetypes are universal essences that we all recognize: the Mother the Lover the Trickster the Spiritual and Temporal Leader. Each one is not a fully developed character but rather its essence ä images forms voices bodies and psychological elements ä around which a performer can organize a portrayal and begin full character development. ±The first part of the book± contains sixteen archetype journeys. Each archetype journey is accompanied by preparatory explorations for the voice body and imagination. The CD sung by Ms. Armstrong provides songs and examples of vocal ornamentation to prepare and assist the journeyer. ±The second part of the book± contains suggestions on how to apply the discoveries to real acting situations explaining how to use the archetypes in the creation of multifaceted characters and in classroom explorations such as mask making improvisation monologue scene and song work and devising theatre.

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More than just warm-ups!

There are SO MANY teaching opportunities in the warm-up part of a voice lesson.
Not only will your students be warming up their voices, but they will be discovering important musical concepts! (Not to mention, having fun!)

“These were a game changer for me. You will not be disappointed. I have a 6 y/o student begging for the “fun books”… ~ J. Blanton, Wando Voice Studio, South Carolina

Colorful, fun and educational singing activities that guide students through simple vocal warm-ups and exercises.

Perfect for your young visual learners who will appreciate the bright pages.

Vocal Warm-Ups and Technical Exercises for Kids has been teacher and kid tested. This book includes:

★ Tongue Twisters

★ Vowel Sounds

★ Steps and Skips

★ Major Triads

★ Awesome Arpeggios

★ Singing with Dynamics

★ Chromatic Challenges

★ Major and Minor Pentascales

★ Minor Scales

★ Spooky Vocal Warm-Ups (Halloween themed)

★ Reindeer Games (Christmas themed)

and MORE!

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The 2019 Acoustic syllabus is a refreshed approach to acoustic guitar. The syllabus features six tracks for each grade that have been meticulously benchmarked to support students as they learn the instrument. At each grade two of the pieces ask the students to perform without backing track, exploring the sound and resonance of their instrument. The remaining tracks are session style backing tracks that include vocal accompaniment. We have also included the vocal melody lines in the grade books for students who sing and play at the same time.> Rockschool Acoustic Grade 1 is for students who have been learning between six months to one year and have masteredthe key basic skills.> 6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists A diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams

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Rockschool Acoustic Debut is for candidates who have been learning a short time and have learnt the basic skills.

The 2019 Acoustic syllabus is a refreshed approach to acoustic guitar. The syllabus features six tracks for each grade that have been meticulously benchmarked to support students as they learn the instrument. At each grade two of the pieces ask the students to perform without backing track, exploring the sound and resonance of their instrument. The remaining tracks are session style backing tracks that include vocal accompaniment. We’ve also included the vocal melody lines in the grade books for students who sing and play at the same time.

• 6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists
• A diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes
• Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening
• Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track
• Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online
• All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams

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Rockschool Acoustic Grade 2 is for students who have been learning approximately one year to eighteen months and have established the key basic skills along with solid basic techniques.> The 2019 Acoustic syllabus is a refreshed approach to acoustic guitar. The syllabus features six tracks for each grade that have been meticulously benchmarked to support students as they learn the instrument. At each grade two of the pieces ask the students to perform without backing track, exploring the sound and resonance of their instrument. The remaining tracks are session style backing tracks that include vocal accompaniment. We’ve also included the vocal melody lines in the gradebooks for students who sing and play at the same time.> 6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists A diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams

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Welcome to the enchanting world of classical piano repertoire. As you explore these pages, may you discover the profound beauty, depth, and emotion woven into the notes and staves. Let the music within these covers be your guide on a journey through the rich tapestry of human expression. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a curious listener, may this book kindle your passion and transport you to the sublime realms of classical piano music.

With each stroke of the keys, you embark on a unique odyssey, a journey through the ages of musical history. May the compositions of the great masters be your companions on this magnificent voyage, as you find joy, solace, and inspiration in their timeless creations.

So, let your fingers dance upon the ivory keys, and your heart be moved by the eloquence of these musical treasures. Here’s to a lifelong love affair with classical piano music.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Sonata in B minor, K. 27, L. 449 – Domenico Scarlatti
• Suite in G minor HWV 432, Passacaglia – George Frideric Handel
• Prélude No. 2 in C Minor – Johann Sebastian Bach
• Moonlight Sonata, 1st Movement – Ludwig Van Beethoven
• Waltz Opus 64 No. 2 – Frédéric Chopin
• Waltz Opus 69 No. 1 – Frédéric Chopin
• Waltz Opus 69 No. 2 – Frédéric Chopin
• Nocturne Op.9 No.2 – Frédéric Chopin
• Nocturne No. 20 in C♯ Minor – Frédéric Chopin
• Impromptu in G♭ Major – Franz Schubert
• Consolations S. 172 No. 3 – Franz Liszt
• Standchen D. 957 No.7 – Franz Schubert Transcribed by Franz Liszt
• Liebestraum S. 541 No. 3 – Franz Liszt
• Intermezzo Op. 118 No. 2 – Johannes Brahms
• October, Autumn Song from The Seasons – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• Valse Sentimentale – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
• Romance sans paroles Op. 17 No. 3 – Gabriel Fauré
• The Girl with the Flaxen Hair – Claude Debussy
• Clair de Lune – Claude Debussy
• Nocturne in Eb Major – Mikhail Glinka
• The Sapin – Jean Sibelius
• Etude Op. 76 No. 2 – Jean Sibelius
• Prelude Op. 23 No. 4 – Sergei Rachmaninoff
• Liebeslied – Fritz Kreisler Transcribed by Sergei Rachmaninoff
• Montagues and Capulets – Sergei Prokofiev
• Improvisation No. 15 in C Minor – Francis Poulenc
• Czardas – Vittorio Monti
• Odeon – Esnesto Nazareth
• Intermezzo – Manuel M. Ponce
• Graceful Ghost Rag – William Bolcom

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Everything a drummer needs to prepare for the performance and technical work components of Trinity drum kit exams from 2020. Encompassing a wider range of styles than ever before, the syllabus allows candidates to follow distinct stylistic pathways jazz, funk, Latin, musical theatre with all performance pieces at this level specifically written for the syllabus by leading drum kit educators and performers. Performance notes are included for each piece, along with new rudiments and technical work exercises for each grade, and backing tracks are included as a free download.

Note: As of April 2023, Trinity’s Drum Kit & Percussion 2020-2023 Syllabus will no longer operate with an end date. Therefore, Trinity’s Drum Kit Exam Pieces 2020-2023 books will be valid indefinitely (subject to copyright) and any planned updates will be announced at least 12 months in advance. Trinity will be gradually amending the covers on these books upon reprint to ‘from 2020’, however there are books in circulation with the previous date range. In those cases, the change to syllabus arrangements overrides the dates printed on the cover of the book

Contents:

Act One Beginners (Chris Burgess)

On the Right Foot (Chris Burgess)

Caribbean Sunset (Mike Osborn)

Blues for Inclusion (Clark Tracey)

Grunk Funk (Mike Osborn)

About Time (Clark Tracey)

Broadway Bounce (Chris Burgess)

Gunning for Funk (Mike Osborn)

In Seine (Mike Osborn)

Soul Babes (Clark Tracey)

Three Wise Monkeys (Chris Burgess)

Count Me In (Clark Tracey)

Lava Lamp (Chris Burgess)

NY Nights (Chris Burgess)

Cherry Blue (Mike Osborn)

Gently Does It (Clark Tracey)

Triple Decker (Chris Burgess)

No No Ñañigo (Mike Osborn)

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Trinity’s new Acoustic Guitar syllabus reinvents the popular Plectrum Guitar syllabus, keeping it vital and relevant to today’s guitarist by giving teachers and learners the flexibility to develop fingerstyle and plectrum playing. A selection of the best-loved pieces from the previous syllabus has been retained at every grade for continuity.

This book contains all the exam pieces for Initial to Grade 2, covering a wide range of styles at each grade folk, acoustic, rock and pop styles, jazz, blues, country allowing candidates to follow distinct stylistic pathways as they progress. All pieces are printed in both tablature and standard notation so are accessible for any learner.

Note: As of April 2023, Trinity’s Acoustic Guitar 2020-2023 Syllabus will no longer operate with an end date. Therefore, Trinity’s Acoustic Guitar Exam Pieces 2020-2023 books will be valid indefinitely (subject to copyright) and any planned updates will be announced at least 12 months in advance. Trinity will be gradually amending the covers on these books upon reprint to ‘from 2020’, however there are books in circulation with the previous date range. In those cases, the change to syllabus arrangements overrides the dates printed on the cover of the book.Contents

INITIAL:

Ain’t No Sunshine (Withers, arr. Rye)

Amazing Grace (Newton, arr. Walker)

Oh When the Saints (Trad., arr. Walker)

Redemption Song (Marley, arr. Walker)

Rockin’ the Country (Duncan)

Stegosaurus Strut (Powlesland)

Summer Rain (Walker)

Surfin’ Safari (Wilson & Love )

White Windmill (Walker)

GRADE 1:

Cuba Kick! (Pells)

A Fistful of Pesos (Powlesland)

The Hungry Ghost (Searle)

Perfect Sky (Walker)

Photograph (McDaid, Sheeran, Leonard & Harrington, arr. Rye)

Sailor’s Hornpipe (Trad., arr. Burden)

A Tale of the Green Isle (Morandell)

Tango Memories (Pells)

Waterloo Sunset (Davies, arr. Walker)

GRADE 2:

Bad Jack (Powlesland)

Blue Rag (Morandell)

House of the Rising Sun (Trad., arr. Pells)

Jamaica (Powlesland)

New Memory Lane (Pells)

Rockodile Reggae (Morandell)

Sail Away (Walker)

Malaguena (Burden)

What a Wonderful World (Weiss, arr. Walker)

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Learn to play rock and pop with Rockschool. These specially written arrangements develop the skills and techniques you need to help you achieve your musical goals.>For Rockschool’s 2018-2024 Guitar series, Rockschool have commissioned arrangements of titles reflecting popular music’s rich heritage in all its forms and have tailored each piece to make it exactly right for the grade. You can also use titles from Rockschool’s Classics series as part of the syllabus.>The arrangements have been written and performed by top session musicians who have worked with some of the biggest names in rock, metal and pop. The tracks were recorded at Real World’s acclaimed recordingstudios and feature live instruments and first rate performances for an unrivalled level of feel, authenticity and musicianship.>Featuring:>AC/DC – Runaway Train (Rock ‘N’ Roll Train)The Beatles – Helter SkelterOne Direction – What Makes You BeautifulArthur Conley – Sweet Soul MusicThe Meters – Cissy StrutJessie J – Domino6 Rockschool OriginalsPlus:>Band and artist fact files with recommended listeningIn-depth walkthroughs of every trackEasy-access downloadable audioExample tests and exercisesAmp settings and tone advice for each track

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Learn to play rock and pop with Rockschool. These specially written arrangements develop the skills and techniques you need to help you achieve your musical goals.>For Rockschool’s 2018-2024 Drums series, Rockschool have commissioned arrangements of titles reflecting popular music’s rich heritage in all its forms and have tailored each piece to make it exactly right for the grade. You can also use titles from Rockschool’s Classics series as part of the syllabus.>The arrangements have been written and performed by top session musicians who have worked with some of the biggest names in rock, metal and pop. The tracks were recorded at Real World’s acclaimed recordingstudios and feature live instruments and first rate performances for an unrivalled level of feel, authenticity and musicianship.>Featuring:>Queen – I Want To Break FreeUsher – YeahWretch 32 – LiberationSam and Dave – Soul ManWilson Pickett – In The Midnight HourMichael Jackson – Billie Jean6 Rockschool OriginalsPlus:>Band and artist fact files with recommended listeningIn-depth walkthroughs of every trackEasy-access downloadable audioExample tests and exercises

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Learn to play rock and pop with Rockschool. These specially written arrangements develop the skills and techniques you need to help you achieve your musical goals.>For Rockschool’s 2018-2024 Guitar series, Rockschool have commissioned arrangements of titles reflecting popular music’s rich heritage in all its forms and have tailored each piece to make it exactly right for the grade. You can also use titles from Rockschool’s Classics series as part of the syllabus.>The arrangements have been written and performed by top session musicians who have worked with some of the biggest names in rock, metal and pop. The tracks were recorded at Real World’s acclaimed recordingstudios and feature live instruments and first rate performances for an unrivalled level of feel, authenticity and musicianship.>Featuring:>Green Day – Basket CaseStereophonics – DakotaBooker T & The MGs – Green OnionsThe Temptations – My GirlThe Script – The Man Who Can’t Be MovedAdele – Rolling In The Deep6 Rockschool OriginalsPlus:>Band and artist fact files with recommended listeningIn-depth walkthroughs of every trackEasy-access downloadable audioExample tests and exercisesAmp settings and tone advice for each track

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Learn to play rock and pop with Rockschool. These specially written arrangements develop the skills and techniques you need to help you achieve your musical goals.>For Rockschool’s 2018-2024 Drums series, Rockschool have commissioned arrangements of titles reflecting popular music’s rich heritage in all its forms and have tailored each piece to make it exactly right for the grade. You can also use titles from Rockschool’s Classics series as part of the syllabus.>The arrangements have been written and performed by top session musicians who have worked with some of the biggest names in rock, metal and pop. The tracks were recorded at Real World’s acclaimed recordingstudios and feature live instruments and first rate performances for an unrivalled level of feel, authenticity and musicianship.>Featuring:>Coldplay – YellowEminem – My Name IsD’Angelo – Untitled (How Does It Feel)Otis Redding – (Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The BayPublic Enemy – Rebel Without A PauseCurtis Mayfield & The Impressions – People Get Ready6 Rockschool OriginalsPlus:>Band and artist fact files with recommended listeningIn-depth walkthroughs of every trackEasy-access downloadable audioExample tests and exercises

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This book contains nine pieces from ABRSM’s Grade 7 Violin syllabus from 2024, three pieces chosen from each of Lists A, B and C – ideal for both Practical and Performance Grade exams. The pieces have been carefully selected to offer an attractive and varied range of styles, creating a collection that provides an excellent source of repertoire to suit every performer. The book also contains helpful footnotes and, for those preparing for exams, useful syllabus information. An edition of this book with audio is also available – it includes downloadable recordings of all nine pieces, plus piano accompaniment tracks.

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