Piano for Trinity Grade 2

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1. Repertoire
Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 2 syllabus, focusing on:

• Rhythmic accuracy and correct articulation.
• Effective dynamics, phrasing, and musical expression.
• Style and character of the piece.
   

2. Scales and Technical Work

Scales (legato):

• Bb Major and D Major (hands together, 2 octaves).
• G Minor and B Minor (harmonic, hands separately, 2 octaves).
• Chromatic Scale in similar motion starting on Bb (2 octaves).
• C Major contrary motion scale (hands together, 2 octaves).
   

Arpeggios: Bb Major, D Major, G Minor, and B Minor (hands separately, 1 octave).

Broken Chords: Bb Major, D Major, G Minor, and B Minor (hands separately, 1 octave).
 

3. Rhythmic and Notational Understanding
 

Note Values: Dotted crotchets, single quavers, and semiquavers.


Rest Values: Dotted crotchets and single quavers.


Time Signatures: 
 

Rhythmic Concepts:

• Tied notes.
• Syncopation (eighth-note and quarter-note patterns, e.g., e-q-e or q-h-q).


4. Music Theory

Notation: Reading and using notes in the treble and bass clefs (up to two leger lines above and below the stave).

Key Signatures and Scales:
Bb Major, D Major, G Minor, and B Minor.
F, G, and C Major.

Accidentals: Sharps, flats, and naturals.

Chords: Tonic triads in the above keys (root position).

Circle of Fifths: Relating to the above keys.
 

5. Sight-Reading
Perform a short, unseen piece, focusing on:

• Accurate rhythm and pitch.
• Dynamic and articulation markings.
   

6. Aural Skills Recognize:

• Dynamics, articulation, and tempo changes.
• Melodic and rhythmic patterns.
• Simple harmonic progressions and intervals.


7. Practice Tips

• Focus on mastering scales with correct fingerings and hand positioning.
• Practice arpeggios and broken chords for technical fluency.
• Pay attention to dynamics, phrasing, and articulation in your repertoire.
• Improve coordination and articulation with Hanon No. 1–2, practicing at a steady tempo.