Music Theory - Notes

Music Theory - Scales

Music Theory - Chords

Music Theory - Family of Chords

Music Theory - Harmonic Progressions

Music Theory - Rhythmic Notations/ Time Signature

Music Theory - Staff Notations

Composition - Writing Melodies

Composition - Harmonising Melody

DAW - Understanding DAW &amp; Sequencer

DAW - Sampler, Synthesizers, Drum Machines

DAW - MIDI Programming - Writing MIDI, MIDI CC, Quantization, MPE etc.

Music Theory - Compass of Instruments

Arranging - Writing Melodies

Arranging - Harmonizing Melody

Arranging - Writing Parts for different Instruments

Arranging - Rhythm Arrangement &amp; Drum Production

<ul>
	<li>Introduction to Music: Provides an overview of music as an art form and introduces the basic concepts of rhythm, melody, harmony, and timbre.</li>
	<li>Understanding Pitch: Explains what pitch is and how it is represented on a keyboard. Covers concepts such as frequency, tone, and tuning.</li>
	<li>Body Posture &amp; Approach for Keyboard Playing: Discusses proper body posture and technique for keyboard playing to minimize tension and fatigue and improve performance.</li>
	<li>Finger Exercises for Keyboard Playing: Provides exercises for developing finger strength, dexterity, and agility to improve keyboard playing.</li>
	<li>Basic Musicianship: Covers the fundamentals of music theory, including notation, rhythm, meter, and key signatures.</li>
	<li>Introduction to Musical Scales: Introduces the concept of musical scales and covers the most common scales used in Western music, including the chromatic, major, and natural, harmonic, and melodic minor scales.</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>Understand the basics of ledger, staff, clefs, signatures, note length, and rhythm.</li>
	<li>Read and write music notation for more complex keyboard pieces.</li>
	<li>Understand and play triad chords and broken chords.</li>
	<li>Understand and play chord inversions.</li>
	<li>Play more complex musical pieces on the keyboard.</li>
	<li>Apply music theory and harmony concepts to playing keyboard pieces.</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>Learn and play a variety of musical pieces on the keyboard, and perform with appropriate expression.</li>
	<li>Prepare for and take a theory exam, demonstrating understanding of key music theory concepts.</li>
	<li>Understand and use advanced rhythm concepts in keyboard playing.</li>
	<li>Practice and master exercises involving contrary motion playing.</li>
	<li>Understand and use different modes in music, and apply in keyboard playing.</li>
	<li>Understand and use the circle of fifths for chord progressions and transposing pieces in keyboard playing.</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>Understand the structure of different types of music and analyze music structure to enhance keyboard playing ability.</li>
	<li>Review and refine music reading skills, including note identification and rhythm, and improve sight-reading ability.</li>
	<li>Develop strategies for effective performance preparation, including mental and physical preparation, and use practice techniques to refine keyboard playing ability and prepare for performances.</li>
</ul>

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1. Introduction to the Piano

<ul>
	<li>Explore the keyboard layout: white and black keys</li>
	<li>Understand posture and hand positioning for comfortable playing</li>
	<li>Learn how to produce sound with proper finger placement 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

2. Learning to Play with the Right Hand

<ul>
	<li>Begin with one-hand melodies using the right hand</li>
	<li>Play familiar rhymes such as &quot;Twinkle Twinkle Little Star&quot; and &quot;Mary Had a Little Lamb&quot;</li>
	<li>Focus on treble clef note reading and rhythm 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

3. Adding Basic Chords

<ul>
	<li>Introduction to simple chords using the right hand</li>
	<li>Play and sing along with rhymes using basic chord accompaniments</li>
	<li>Understand harmony and its role in music 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

4. Introducing the Left Hand

<ul>
	<li>Learn to read and play bass clef notes with the left hand</li>
	<li>Gradually combine both hands to play simple pieces</li>
	<li>Build coordination and confidence 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

5. Exploring Both Hands Together

<ul>
	<li>Practice small lessons from beginner piano books</li>
	<li>Play easy pieces with both hands to improve coordination</li>
	<li>Develop familiarity with treble and bass clefs 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

6. Scales, Hanon Exercises, and Technical Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Practice five-finger scales in C Major (hands separately and together)</li>
	<li>Introduce Hanon exercises to develop finger strength and agility</li>
	<li>Practice dynamics: playing softly (piano) and loudly (forte)</li>
	<li>Develop finger strength and agility through targeted exercises</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

7. Sight-Reading and Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Practice sight-reading to play simple pieces fluently</li>
	<li>Develop aural skills by recognizing pitch and rhythmic patterns</li>
	<li>Engage in clapping and singing exercises to improve musical memory 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

8. Performance and Expression

<ul>
	<li>Practice performing pieces with expression and dynamics</li>
	<li>Build stage confidence through mock performances</li>
	<li>Learn tips to perform confidently and handle exam day effectively</li>
</ul>

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1. Repertoire

<ul>
	<li>Perform three contrasting pieces focusing on phrasing, dynamics, and articulation.</li>
	<li>Learn to interpret and perform pieces with appropriate articulation, dynamics, and phrasing.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Focus on tempo consistency and stylistic understanding. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

2. Scales and Technical Work

 
Focus:&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Legato technique for smooth, connected playing.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Precision and evenness in finger movement.</li>
</ul>

 
Scales (legato):&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>F Major, G Major (hands separately, 1 octave).&nbsp;</li>
	<li>D Minor, E Minor (hands separately, 1 octave).</li>
</ul>

 
Arpeggios: Above-mentioned scales (hands separately, 1 octave).

 
Chromatic Scale: C Major in contrary motion (legato).

 
Practice Tips:&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Begin slowly, focusing on accuracy and finger positioning.</li>
	<li>Gradually increase speed with a metronome while maintaining legato. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

3. Sight-Reading

<ul>
	<li>Play short excerpts emphasizing rhythm, pitch accuracy, and dynamics. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

4. Music Theory 
&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Note and Rest Values: Semibreves, dotted minims, minims, crotchets, and quavers.&nbsp; 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Time Signatures: 2/4, 3/4, 4/4 (common time).&nbsp; 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Notation: Notes in treble and bass clefs (to one leger line above or below). 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Accidentals: Flats, sharps, and naturals. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Tones and Semitones: Recognize and apply in exercises. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Key Signatures: C, F, and G Major, including scales, tonic triads, and arpeggios. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Circle of Fifths: Understanding relationships between C, F, and G Major keys. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

5. Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Identify dynamics, tempo changes, and simple rhythms by ear. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

6. Practice Tips and Performance Skills

<ul>
	<li>Use slow practice to build accuracy.</li>
	<li>Gradually increase speed using a metronome.</li>
	<li>Incorporate dynamic contrast and musicality.</li>
	<li>Develop finger strength and evenness using Hanon No. 1, focusing on relaxed hand position. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

7. Mock Exams

 
&bull; Simulated exam experience:

✓ Perform three selected pieces.

✓ Demonstrate scales and arpeggios.

✓ Complete sight-reading and aural exercises.

 
&bull; Feedback and Improvement:

✓ Identify strengths and areas for improvement.

✓ Practice exam timing and stage presence.

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&nbsp;

1. Repertoire 
Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 2 syllabus, focusing on:

<ul>
	<li>Rhythmic accuracy and correct articulation.</li>
	<li>Effective dynamics, phrasing, and musical expression.</li>
	<li>Style and character of the piece. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

2. Scales and Technical Work 
 
Scales (legato):

<ul>
	<li>Bb Major and D Major (hands together, 2 octaves).</li>
	<li>G Minor and B Minor (harmonic, hands separately, 2 octaves).</li>
	<li>Chromatic Scale in similar motion starting on Bb (2 octaves).</li>
	<li>C Major contrary motion scale (hands together, 2 octaves). 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Arpeggios:&nbsp;Bb Major, D Major, G Minor, and B Minor (hands separately, 1 octave). 
 
Broken Chords:&nbsp;Bb Major, D Major, G Minor, and B Minor (hands separately, 1 octave). 
&nbsp;

3. Rhythmic and Notational Understanding 
&nbsp;

Note Values: Dotted crotchets, single quavers, and semiquavers.

 
Rest Values: Dotted crotchets and single quavers.

 
Time Signatures:&nbsp;<img alt="" src="https://xcool.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/courseprivateassets/time_signatures.png" /> 
&nbsp;

Rhythmic Concepts:

<ul>
	<li>Tied notes.</li>
	<li>Syncopation (eighth-note and quarter-note patterns, e.g., e-q-e or q-h-q).</li>
</ul>

 
4. Music Theory 
 
Notation:&nbsp;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. 
&nbsp;

5. Sight-Reading 
Perform a short, unseen piece, focusing on:

<ul>
	<li>Accurate rhythm and pitch.</li>
	<li>Dynamic and articulation markings. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

6. Aural Skills Recognize:

<ul>
	<li>Dynamics, articulation, and tempo changes.</li>
	<li>Melodic and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Simple harmonic progressions and intervals.</li>
</ul>

 
7. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Focus on mastering scales with correct fingerings and hand positioning.</li>
	<li>Practice arpeggios and broken chords for technical fluency.</li>
	<li>Pay attention to dynamics, phrasing, and articulation in your repertoire.</li>
	<li>Improve coordination and articulation with Hanon No. 1&ndash;2, practicing at a steady tempo.</li>
</ul>

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1. Technical Work Scales: 
 
Hands Together (Two Octaves):

<ul>
	<li>Eb major, A major, C minor, F# minor (harmonic or melodic, candidate&#39;s choice).</li>
	<li>Chromatic scale in similar motion starting on F#.</li>
	<li>Eb major contrary motion scale. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Arpeggios:&nbsp;Eb, A major; C, F# minor (hands separately, two octaves). 
&nbsp;

2. Musical Theory Rhythm and Note Values:

<ul>
	<li>Compound time: Time signatures of 6/8, 9/8, and 12/8.</li>
	<li>Dotted quavers and dotted quaver rests in simple and compound time. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Key Signatures and Intervals:

<ul>
	<li>Bb, D major; G, B minor (identifying and recognizing in pieces).</li>
	<li>Understanding tones, semitones, and chord progression basics. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Clefs and Ledger Lines: Naming and using notes in treble or bass clefs (to three ledger lines above or below the stave). 
&nbsp;

3. Repertoire Pieces 

<ul>
	<li>Three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 3 syllabus, selected to showcase a variety of styles and techniques.</li>
	<li>Emphasis on developing phrasing, dynamics (crescendo, decrescendo), and articulation (marcato, staccato, legato). 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

4. Musical Words and Symbols 
&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Dynamic and Articulation Marks: Marcato, semi-staccato (symbols and abbreviations). 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Tempo, Expression Marks, and Other Words:&nbsp;Al, alla, a tempo, con, da Capo al Fine, dolce, leggiero, poco, tranquillo, vivo, etc.</li>
</ul>

 
5. Aural Training

<ul>
	<li>Identify the tonality of a piece as major or minor.</li>
	<li>Recognize and identify intervals by number (second, third, fourth, fifth, or sixth) 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

6. Practice Tips 
&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Set Goals: Plan each practice session with clear objectives, such as mastering a specific passage, improving dynamics, or perfecting scales. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Short and Focused Sessions: Break practice into manageable 20&ndash;30 minute intervals to maintain focus and productivity. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Consistent Routine: Practice daily, even if only for a short time, to build muscle memory and improve fluency. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Warm Up First: Start with simple scales or exercises to loosen your fingers and set the tone for focused practice. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Enhance agility and control with Hanon No. 1&ndash;4, incorporating gradual speed increases.</li>
</ul>

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&nbsp;

1. Technical Skills 
 
Scales:

<ul>
	<li>Ab and E major, F and C# minor (candidate&rsquo;s choice of harmonic or melodic minor). Chromatic scales:</li>
	<li>In similar motion starting on B (two octaves, hands together).</li>
	<li>In contrary motion starting on Ab (one octave).</li>
	<li>E major contrary motion scale (two octaves, hands together). 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Arpeggios:&nbsp;All major and minor keys above, hands separately (two octaves). 
 
2. Musical Knowledge 
 
Rhythm and Time Signatures:

<ul>
	<li>Time signatures of 5/8, 7/8, and 5/4.</li>
	<li>Rhythmic patterns including dotted and tied notes, syncopation, and triplets in irregular meters. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Intervals and Harmony:

<ul>
	<li>Identify augmented 4ths and diminished 5ths.</li>
	<li>Understand and recognize parallel 5ths and octaves. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

3. Musical Words and Symbols 
&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Dynamic and Articulation Marks: Fortepiano (fp), sforzando (sfz), and abbreviations for these where appropriate. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Tempo and Expression Marks: Accelerando, animato, assai, con moto, ben, brio, giocoso, largo, l&rsquo;istesso, maestoso, pesante, primo, sempre, senza, simile, subito, troppo, ma non troppo.</li>
</ul>

 
4.&nbsp;Aural and Sight-Reading Skills 
 
Aural Tests: 
&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Identify tonality: Determine whether a piece is in a major or minor key. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Final cadence: Recognize cadences as perfect or imperfect. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Interval identification: Distinguish between minor and major seconds, minor and major thirds, perfect fourths and fifths, and minor and major sixths. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Sight-Reading: Play short passages with attention to dynamic, articulation, and rhythmic details. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

5. Repertoire&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 4 syllabus.</li>
	<li>Explore works from Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and contemporary styles. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

6. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Practice regularly in focused sessions, breaking down complex passages and gradually increasing tempo.</li>
	<li>Use a metronome for rhythm accuracy and record your playing to assess dynamics and articulation.</li>
	<li>Strengthen finger independence with Hanon No. 1&ndash;6, emphasizing clarity and precision.</li>
</ul>

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1. Musical Words and Symbols

<ul>
	<li>Dynamic and articulation marks: Pedal signs for piano/keyboard, sotto voce, una corda, smorzando, rinforzando, and their abbreviations where applicable. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Tempo and expression markings: Agitato, arpeggiando, con forza, energico, grave, larghetto, appassionato, fuoco, morendo, niente, quasi, risoluto, rubato, scherzando, secondo, stringendo, tempo giusto.</li>
</ul>

 
2. Music Theory and Harmony

<ul>
	<li>Time signatures of 4/2, 6/4, and 7/4.</li>
	<li>Understanding modulation between related keys and identifying modulations in a piece.</li>
	<li>Knowledge of diminished and dominant 7th chords.</li>
	<li>Intervals including major and minor 7ths.</li>
	<li>Understanding counterpoint and melodic phrasing.</li>
	<li>Identifying the key of a piece in Ab, Db, E, or B major, and F, Bb, or C# minor. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

3. Scales and Arpeggios

(All scales two octaves, hands together)

 
Major scales: B and Db major.

 
Minor scales: Bb and G# minor (candidate&rsquo;s choice of harmonic or melodic).

 
Chromatic scales: Similar motion starting on C# and Db, contrary motion (left hand starting on C, right hand starting on E).

 
Contrary motion scale: Bb major and G harmonic minor (two octaves, hands together).

 
Arpeggios: Major and minor arpeggios for all keys above, hands together, two octaves.

 
Diminished 7th arpeggios: Starting on B.

 
4. Repertoire

Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 5 syllabus, focusing on:

<ul>
	<li>Technical accuracy, articulation, and control.</li>
	<li>Expressive use of dynamics and phrasing.</li>
	<li>Interpretation of style and character appropriate to the piece.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Writing the tune

<ul>
	<li>Compose a 12-16 bar melody using major &amp; minor scales demonstrating understanding of musical structure and phrasing.</li>
	<li>Apply expressive dynamics, articulation, and cadential points to enhance the overall musical character of the tune.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

6. Aural Training

<ul>
	<li>Identify the tonality as major or minor.</li>
	<li>Recognize modulations from tonic to dominant, and tonic to relative minor.</li>
	<li>Identify cadences (perfect, imperfect, and plagal).</li>
	<li>Distinguish intervals up to an octave (minor, major, perfect).</li>
</ul>

 
7. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Break down technical exercises into smaller sections and practice slowly before increasing speed.</li>
	<li>Use hands-separate practice for difficult passages before combining them.</li>
	<li>Listen to professional recordings to understand phrasing and stylistic nuances.</li>
	<li>Build dexterity and velocity using Hanon No. 1&ndash;10, focusing on evenness and smooth transitions.</li>
</ul>

 
8. Assessment Methods

<ul>
	<li>Regular teacher evaluations on technique, musicality, and rhythmic precision.</li>
	<li>Mock exams simulating Trinity&rsquo;s examination environment to build confidence.</li>
</ul>

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1. Repertoire 
 
Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces from the Grade 6 repertoire list, ensuring:

<ul>
	<li>Selection includes at least one piece from each group.</li>
	<li>Accuracy and fluency in complex passages.</li>
	<li>Expressive control, phrasing, and dynamics. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Exercises: Candidates prepare three exercises&mdash;one from each group (Group 1, Group 2, and Group 3).</li>
</ul>

 
2. Musical Theory

<ul>
	<li>Demisemiquaver triplets, double-dotted notes/rests, duplets, hemiola, swung quavers.</li>
	<li>All major and minor keys, including:</li>
</ul>

✓ Scales (natural, harmonic, and melodic minor).

✓ Key signatures, arpeggios, broken chords, dominant 7th broken chords.

✓ Tonic triads (root, first, and second inversion). 
&nbsp;

3. Technical Work 
 
Scales (four octaves, hands together):&nbsp; 
&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Bb and D major, Bb and D minor (harmonic and melodic).</li>
	<li>Chromatic scales in similar motion starting on Bb and D.</li>
	<li>Chromatic scale in contrary motion starting on Eb (two octaves).</li>
	<li>C major scale in 3rds (one octave).</li>
</ul>

 
4. Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Identify the key to which the music modulates (subdominant, dominant, or relative minor).</li>
	<li>Locate changes in the music and describe them as pitch or rhythm variations.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Understanding SATB: 

<ul>
	<li>Understand the basics of SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) writing, including proper voice leading and spacing.</li>
	<li>Compose simple harmonic progressions in SATB format, focusing on smooth transitions and balanced voicing.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Practice Tips:

<ul>
	<li>Focus on hand independence and coordination.</li>
	<li>Use slow, deliberate practice for challenging technical sections.</li>
	<li>Develop endurance and technique with Hanon No. 1&ndash;20, incorporating dynamic variations.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

6. Assessment Methods:

<ul>
	<li>Performance of technical exercises, scales, and arpeggios.</li>
	<li>Sight-reading assessment.</li>
	<li>Aural tests and general musicianship evaluation.</li>
</ul>

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&nbsp;

1. Repertoire

&nbsp;

Candidates must perform a balanced program of three contrasting pieces selected from the Trinity Grade 7 syllabus, ensuring at least one piece from each group.

Focus areas include:

<ul>
	<li>Expressive phrasing, tone control, and stylistic accuracy</li>
	<li>Mastery of rhythm, articulation, and tempo variation</li>
	<li>Dynamic interpretation and musical communication</li>
</ul>

 
2. Scales &amp; Arpeggios (Four octaves, hands together) 
&nbsp;

Scales:&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Ab and E major, G# and E minor (harmonic &amp; melodic)</li>
	<li>Chromatic scale in similar motion a minor 3rd apart, LH starting on C, RH starting on Eb</li>
	<li>E major scale in 3rds (two octaves, hands separately)</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Arpeggios:

<ul>
	<li>Diminished 7ths starting on Ab and E</li>
	<li>Dominant 7ths in the keys of Ab and E</li>
	<li>E major contrary motion (two octaves) 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Exercises: Candidates prepare three technical exercises: one from each of the three prescribed groups. 
 
 
3. Music Theory

<ul>
	<li>Irregular time signatures and changing meters</li>
	<li>Understanding ornamentation (turns, mordents, appoggiaturas, grace notes)</li>
	<li>Recognizing and writing pentatonic major, pentatonic minor, and blues scales</li>
	<li>Recognizing and writing Dorian mode scales starting on C, D, F, or G</li>
	<li>Identifying an extract written using Dorian mode</li>
	<li>Recognizing and writing whole-tone scales</li>
</ul>

 
4. Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Identify modulations to relative major/minor, dominant, or subdominant keys</li>
	<li>Recognize changes in texture, articulation, and harmonic progressions</li>
	<li>Identify melodic and rhythmic differences in a played excerpt.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Transposing melody

<ul>
	<li>Transposing melodies up or down an octave from treble clef to bass clef and vice versa, ensuring fluidity and tonal accuracy.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Focus on mastery of key signatures and transposition for any required instrument.</li>
</ul>

 
6. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Divide large repertoire pieces into smaller sections, practicing hands separately before combining them for better coordination.</li>
	<li>Pay attention to dynamics, articulation, and expression while maintaining a relaxed posture and controlled movements.</li>
	<li>Refine speed and finger control with Hanon No. 1&ndash;31, using rhythmic alterations for variety.</li>
</ul>

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&nbsp;

1. Repertoire 
 
Candidates must perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 8 repertoire, ensuring at least one piece from each group.

Focus areas include:

<ul>
	<li>Advanced technical control and articulation.</li>
	<li>Interpretation of complex phrasing and dynamic shaping.</li>
	<li>Expressive performance with stylistic accuracy.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

2. Exercises:&nbsp;Candidates prepare three technical exercises, selecting one from each of the three prescribed groups.

 
3. Music Theory

<ul>
	<li>Understanding and composing using major, minor, pentatonic major, pentatonic minor, blues, whole-tone scales, and serial tone rows.</li>
	<li>Recognizing and applying Aeolian, Dorian, and Mixolydian modes.</li>
	<li>Analysing Romantic piano and orchestral compositions.</li>
	<li>Understanding instrumental ranges and orchestration techniques.</li>
	<li>Composing a 12- or 16-bar melody using various scales and modal structures. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

4. Scales &amp; Arpeggios 
&nbsp;

Scales (Four octaves, hands together &ndash; played f, mf, p, or crescendo/diminuendo with legato or staccato articulation) &bull;

<ul>
	<li>F#, Eb, and B major</li>
	<li>F#, Eb, and B minor (harmonic &amp; melodic)</li>
	<li>Chromatic scales in similar motion starting on F#, Eb, and B 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Scales (Two octaves, hands separately)

<ul>
	<li>B major scale in 3rds</li>
	<li>C harmonic minor scale in 3rds 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Arpeggios (Four octaves, hands together)

<ul>
	<li>F#, Eb, and B major &amp; minor</li>
	<li>Diminished 7ths starting on F#, Eb, and B</li>
	<li>Dominant 7ths in the keys of F#, Eb, and B 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Contrary Motion Scales (Two octaves)

<ul>
	<li>Eb major contrary motion</li>
	<li>F# minor contrary motion</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Transposing melody

<ul>
	<li>Practice transposing melodies up or down any major, minor, or perfect interval within an octave, including transposing a tune up or down a perfect 4th or 5th (within the keys for the grade) or for a transposing instrument.</li>
	<li>Master transposing melodies for both standard and transposing instruments, ensuring accurate pitch shifts and retention of musical expression within the grade&rsquo;s key range.</li>
	<li>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

6. Aural Skills 

<ul>
	<li>Identify time signature, key modulations, including distant and chromatic shifts.</li>
	<li>Detect rhythmic and melodic changes in complex excerpts.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

7. Preparation Tips

<ul>
	<li>Break down large repertoire pieces into smaller sections and practice each section slowly before combining them.</li>
	<li>Practice hands separately first to build accuracy and coordination before playing hands together.</li>
	<li>Focus on dynamic markings and articulation, ensuring contrast and clarity in expression.</li>
	<li>Be expressive and engage with the music, using natural phrasing and shaping to bring out the character of each piece.</li>
	<li>Maintain a relaxed posture and positive body language to enhance musical flow and make performances more enjoyable.</li>
	<li>Master technical fluency with Hanon No. 1&ndash;39, exploring different touches (legato, staccato).</li>
</ul>

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&nbsp;

1. Understanding the Keyboard

<ul>
	<li>Introduction to white and black keys, octaves, and middle C.</li>
	<li>Identifying notes on the keyboard and their corresponding notation on the staff.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

2. Learning Music Notation

<ul>
	<li>Understanding the treble and bass clefs.</li>
	<li>Note values: whole, half, quarter, and eighth notes.</li>
	<li>Basic time signatures (2/4, 3/4, 4/4)</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

3. Right-Hand Melodies

<ul>
	<li>Playing simple tunes using five-finger patterns.</li>
	<li>Familiarization with C major, G major, and F major positions</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

4. Basic Chords (Left-Hand Accompaniment)&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Learning simple major chords (C, F, G, Am).&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Playing basic chord progressions to accompany right-hand melodies.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Hands Together Playing

<ul>
	<li>Combining simple melodies with chord accompaniment.</li>
	<li>Coordinating both hands for rhythm and timing.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

6. Finger Exercises for Dexterity 

<ul>
	<li>Five-finger warm-up exercises.</li>
	<li>Hanon exercises for strength and agility.</li>
	<li>Simple scale practice (C major, G major).</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

7. Rhythm &amp; Ear Training 

<ul>
	<li>Clapping and recognizing simple rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Identifying high and low pitch sounds.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

8. Introduction to Musical Expression

<ul>
	<li>Basic dynamics: piano (p), forte (f), crescendo, and diminuendo.</li>
	<li>Simple articulation: legato and staccato.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

9. Preparation for Trinity Initial Grade Exam

<ul>
	<li>Practicing three pieces from the Trinity Initial Grade repertoire.</li>
	<li>Simple sight-reading exercises.</li>
	<li>Aural exercises to identify rhythms and pitch differences.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

10. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Break melodies into small sections and practice hands separately before combining.</li>
	<li>Use slow, controlled movements to develop accuracy before increasing speed.</li>
	<li>Focus on smooth transitions between chords and maintaining a steady rhythm.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

11. Assessment Methods

<ul>
	<li>Teacher-led evaluations through weekly progress checks.</li>
	<li>Mock performance to simulate the Trinity Initial Grade Exam environment.</li>
	<li>Ear training tests and sight-reading exercises.</li>
</ul>

This 18-hour beginner-friendly online course offers one class per week, taught by our most experienced and qualified teachers. Get personalized guidance and start your certification journey with assurance! 
 
1. Music Notation &amp; Theory

<ul>
	<li>Recognizing treble and bass clefs, note values, and rests.</li>
	<li>Understanding time signatures, simple rhythms, and basic articulation marks.</li>
	<li>Introduction to dynamics (p, f, mf, crescendo, diminuendo).</li>
	<li>Identifying and playing chord symbols and progressions.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

2. Chords /Scale construction

Chord Formulas: Students will learn the construction of basic chords, including major and minor triads, to understand harmony.

Scale Formulas: Students will be taught the formulas for major and natural minor scales to build a strong foundation in melody creation.

&nbsp;

3. Keyboard Exercises

&nbsp;

Scales &amp; Chord Knowledge:

<ul>
	<li>G major, D minor (hands separately).</li>
	<li>Dorian scale on G, Dorian scale on D.</li>
	<li>G major pentatonic, D major pentatonic.</li>
	<li>Blues scale on D.</li>
	<li>Chromatic scale in contrary motion starting on D.</li>
	<li>Chord progression of I&ndash;V in G major and D minor.</li>
</ul>

 
Keyboard Technique &amp; Finger Exercises:

<ul>
	<li>Playing one of the above scales in the RH while accompanying with chords I and V in the LH.</li>
	<li>Basic hand coordination exercises.</li>
	<li>Simple melodic phrasing and articulation practice.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

4. Repertoire

&nbsp;

Candidates perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 1 syllabus, focusing on:

<ul>
	<li>Developing rhythmic accuracy and fluency.</li>
	<li>Expressive playing using dynamics and articulation.</li>
	<li>Understanding the style and character of each piece.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Sight Reading

<ul>
	<li>Candidates perform a short, unseen piece after 30 seconds of preparation.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>The exercise will be at a level lower than the exam to build confidence and reading skills.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Recognizing differences in pitch, rhythm, and dynamics.</li>
	<li>Identifying simple intervals and melodic changes.</li>
	<li>Responding to a short piece played by the examiner with musical observations.</li>
</ul>

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1. Music Notation &amp; Theory

<ul>
	<li>Reading and interpreting musical notation with accidentals, key signatures, and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Understanding ties, slurs, and more complex articulation (staccato, legato, accents).</li>
	<li>Recognizing basic musical forms and phrasing.</li>
	<li>Identifying and applying dynamic markings (pp, ff) and expressive terms.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

2. Keyboard Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Student should play one of the following scales in the right hand (RH), accompanied by chords I, IV, and V7 in the left hand (LH)</li>
	<li>F major</li>
	<li>E harmonic minor (candidate&rsquo;s choice)</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

3. Scales &amp; Chord Knowledge

&nbsp;

Scales (hands separately)

<ul>
	<li>F major</li>
	<li>E minor (candidate&rsquo;s choice of harmonic, melodic, or natural minor)</li>
	<li>Mixolydian scale on F</li>
	<li>Dorian scale on E</li>
	<li>Blues scale on E</li>
	<li>&nbsp;E minor pentatonic</li>
	<li>F major pentatonic</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chromatic scale

<ul>
	<li>In similar motion starting on F</li>
	<li>Chord progressionI-IV-V7-I in the following keys</li>
	<li>F major</li>
	<li>E minor</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

4. Repertoire

Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 2 syllabus, focusing on:

<ul>
	<li>Rhythmic accuracy and correct articulation.</li>
	<li>Expressive dynamics, phrasing, and musical interpretation.</li>
	<li>Demonstrating style and character of the piece.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Sight Reading

<ul>
	<li>Candidates will be given 30 seconds of preparation time.</li>
	<li>Perform a previously unseen musical extract at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

6. Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Answer questions based on a single musical example played by the examiner.</li>
	<li>Identify:</li>
	<li>Pitch and rhythm changes.</li>
	<li>Dynamics and articulation differences.</li>
	<li>Recognition of melodic and rhythmic patterns.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

7. Hanon Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Hanon Exercise No. 3 or 4:</li>
	<li>Focus on strengthening finger independence and coordination.</li>
	<li>Practice with both legato and staccato articulation.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

8. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Divide larger pieces into smaller sections and practice hands separately before combining.</li>
	<li>Focus on accurate fingering and smooth transitions between chords.</li>
	<li>Pay attention to dynamic marks and articulation for expressive performance.</li>
	<li>Use a metronome to maintain steady tempo and rhythm.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

9. Assessment Methods

<ul>
	<li>Performance evaluation based on repertoire, sight-reading, and aural skills.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Accuracy, musicality, and technical proficiency are key assessment criteria.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Graded on fluency, expression, and confidence during the exam.</li>
</ul>

This 24-hour intermediate online course offers one class per week, led by our highly experienced and skilled instructors. Enhance your skills with personalized guidance and take the next step in your certification journey with confidence! 
 
1. Music Notation &amp; Theory

<ul>
	<li>Reading and interpreting complex musical notation with accidentals, key signatures, and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Understanding ties, slurs, dotted rhythms, and syncopation.</li>
	<li>Recognizing dynamic markings, articulation symbols, and expressive terms.</li>
	<li>Identifying chord inversions and basic harmonic analysis.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

2. Keyboard Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Students should play one of the following scales in the right hand (RH), accompanied by chords I, IV, V7, and VI in the left hand (LH):</li>
	<li>A major</li>
	<li>G harmonic minor</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

3. Scales &amp; Chord Knowledge

&nbsp;

Scales (hands separately):

<ul>
	<li>G minor (candidate&rsquo;s choice of harmonic, melodic, or natural minor)</li>
	<li>A major</li>
	<li>Mixolydian scale on A</li>
	<li>Dorian scale on G</li>
	<li>A major pentatonic</li>
	<li>G minor pentatonic</li>
	<li>Blues scale on G</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chromatic scales:

<ul>
	<li>In similar motion starting on G and A</li>
	<li>Chords in root position, first and second inversions:</li>
	<li>E7</li>
	<li>D7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chord progression I-VI-IV-V7-I in the following keys:

<ul>
	<li>A major</li>
	<li>G minor</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

4. Repertoire

<ul>
	<li>Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 3 syllabus, focusing on:</li>
	<li>Accurate rhythm, tempo, and articulation.</li>
	<li>Expressive phrasing with dynamics and musical sensitivity.</li>
	<li>Demonstrating appropriate style and character of each piece. 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

5. Sight Reading

<ul>
	<li>Candidates will be given 30 seconds of preparation time.</li>
	<li>Perform a previously unseen musical extract at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

6. Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Answer questions based on a single musical example played by the examiner.</li>
	<li>Identify:</li>
	<li>Changes in pitch, rhythm, and dynamics.</li>
	<li>Recognition of melodic and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Basic harmonic and interval recognition.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

7. Hanon Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Hanon Exercise No. 5 or 6:</li>
	<li>Focus on finger strength, agility, and coordination.</li>
	<li>Practice with both legato and staccato articulation.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

8. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Break larger pieces into smaller sections and practice hands separately before combining.</li>
	<li>Focus on smooth transitions between chords and accurate fingering.</li>
	<li>Pay close attention to dynamics and articulation for expressive performance.</li>
	<li>Use a metronome to maintain consistent tempo and rhythm.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

9. Assessment Methods

<ul>
	<li>Performance evaluation based on repertoire, sight-reading, and aural skills.</li>
	<li>Graded on accuracy, musicality, and technical proficiency.</li>
	<li>Assessed on fluency, expression, and confidence during the exam.</li>
</ul>

This 36-hour intermediate online course offers one class per week, led by our highly experienced and skilled instructors. Enhance your skills with personalized guidance and take the next step in your certification journey with confidence! 
 
1. Music Notation &amp; Theory

<ul>
	<li>Reading and interpreting advanced musical notation with accidentals, key signatures, and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Understanding ties, slurs, dotted rhythms, and syncopation with more complex rhythmic values.</li>
	<li>Recognizing dynamic markings, articulation symbols, and expressive terms.</li>
	<li>Identifying chord inversions, seventh chords, and harmonic progressions.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

2. Keyboard Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Students should play one of the following scales in the right hand (RH), accompanied by chords I, IV, V7, and VI in the left hand (LH):</li>
	<li>Ab major</li>
	<li>E major</li>
	<li>C harmonic minor</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

3. Scales &amp; Chord Knowledge 
&nbsp;

Scales (hands separately):

<ul>
	<li>Ab major</li>
	<li>E major</li>
	<li>C minor (candidate&rsquo;s choice of harmonic, melodic, or natural minor)</li>
	<li>Lydian scale on Ab</li>
	<li>Mixolydian scale on E</li>
	<li>Ab major pentatonic</li>
	<li>C minor pentatonic</li>
	<li>Blues scale on E</li>
</ul>

 
Chromatic scales:

<ul>
	<li>In similar motion starting on Ab and E</li>
</ul>

 
Chords in root position:

<ul>
	<li>Ab&deg;</li>
	<li>E&deg;</li>
	<li>Eb&deg;7</li>
	<li>B&deg;7</li>
</ul>

 
Chords in root position, first, second, and third inversions:

<ul>
	<li>Eb7</li>
	<li>B7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chord progression I-VI-IV-V7-I in the following keys:

<ul>
	<li>Ab major</li>
	<li>E major</li>
	<li>C minor</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

4. Repertoire

<ul>
	<li>Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 4 syllabus, focusing on:</li>
	<li>Accurate rhythm, tempo, and articulation.</li>
	<li>Expressive phrasing with dynamics and musical sensitivity.</li>
	<li>Demonstrating appropriate style and character of each piece.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Sight Reading

<ul>
	<li>Candidates will be given 30 seconds of preparation time.</li>
	<li>Perform a previously unseen musical extract at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

6. Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Answer questions based on a single musical example played by the examiner.</li>
	<li>Identify:</li>
	<li>Changes in pitch, rhythm, and dynamics.</li>
	<li>Recognition of melodic and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Basic harmonic and interval recognition.</li>
	<li>Distinguishing between major and minor chords.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

7. Hanon Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Hanon Exercise No. 7 or 8:</li>
	<li>Develop finger strength, dexterity, and independence.</li>
	<li>Practice with both legato and staccato articulation.</li>
</ul>

 
8. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Isolate difficult passages and practice them slowly with consistent fingering.</li>
	<li>Work on smooth chord transitions and accurate inversions.</li>
	<li>Pay attention to dynamics and articulation for expressive performance.</li>
	<li>Use a metronome to maintain steady tempo and rhythm.</li>
	<li>Practice hands separately before combining for complex sections.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

9. Assessment Methods

<ul>
	<li>Performance evaluation based on repertoire, sight-reading, and aural skills.</li>
	<li>Graded on accuracy, musicality, and technical proficiency.</li>
	<li>Assessed on fluency, expression, and confidence during the exam.</li>
</ul>

This 36-hour intermediate online course offers one class per week, led by our highly experienced and skilled instructors. Enhance your skills with personalized guidance and take the next step in your certification journey with confidence! 
 
1. Music Notation &amp; Theory

<ul>
	<li>Reading and interpreting complex musical notation with accidentals, key signatures, and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Understanding ties, slurs, dotted rhythms, and syncopation with intricate rhythmic variations.</li>
	<li>Recognizing dynamic markings, articulation symbols, and expressive terms.</li>
	<li>Identifying chord inversions, seventh chords, and harmonic progressions.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Understanding modal harmony and its application in performance.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

2. Keyboard Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Students should choose one of the following scale and arpeggio combinations, using one of the tonal/modal centres of:</li>
	<li>F#, Eb, A</li>
	<li>Combinations:</li>
	<li>Major scale followed by major 7th arpeggio</li>
	<li>Dorian scale followed by minor 7th arpeggio</li>
	<li>Mixolydian scale followed by major arpeggio with a lowered 7th</li>
	<li>(F#7, Eb7, A7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

3. Scales &amp; Chord Knowledge

&nbsp;

Scales (hands separately):

<ul>
	<li>Major scale followed by major 7th arpeggio in F#, Eb, and A</li>
	<li>Dorian scale followed by minor 7th arpeggio in F#, Eb, and A</li>
	<li>Mixolydian scale followed by major arpeggio with a lowered 7th in F#7, Eb7, A7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Pentatonic scales:

<ul>
	<li>Major pentatonic on F#, Eb, and A</li>
	<li>Minor pentatonic on F#, Eb, and A</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chromatic scales:

<ul>
	<li>In similar motion, starting on any note</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Blues scales:

<ul>
	<li>Blues scale on F#, Eb, and A</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chords in root position:

<ul>
	<li>F#6, Eb6, A6</li>
	<li>F#m6, Ebm6, Am6</li>
	<li>F#&deg;7, Eb&deg;7, A&deg;7</li>
	<li>F#9, Eb9, A9</li>
	<li>F#+, Eb+, A+</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chords in root position and all inversions:

<ul>
	<li>Bass note in LH and remaining notes in RH</li>
	<li>F#7, Eb7, A7</li>
	<li>Db7, Bb7, E7</li>
	<li>F#m7, Ebm7, Am7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

4. Repertoire

<ul>
	<li>Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 5 syllabus, focusing on:</li>
	<li>Accurate rhythm, tempo, and articulation.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Expressive phrasing with dynamics and musical sensitivity.</li>
	<li>Demonstrating appropriate style and character of each piece.</li>
	<li>Using advanced pedal techniques effectively. o Incorporating expressive techniques, such as rubato and subtle phrasing.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Sight Reading

<ul>
	<li>Candidates will be given 30 seconds of preparation time.</li>
	<li>Perform a previously unseen musical extract at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

6. Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Answer questions based on a single musical example played by the examiner.</li>
	<li>Identify:</li>
	<li>Changes in pitch, rhythm, and dynamics.</li>
	<li>Recognition of melodic and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Basic harmonic and interval recognition.</li>
	<li>Distinguishing between major, minor, and dominant seventh chords.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

7. Hanon Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Hanon Exercise No. 9 or 10:</li>
	<li>Develop finger strength, agility, and coordination.</li>
	<li>Practice with both legato and staccato articulation.</li>
	<li>Improve evenness and precision in playing.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

8. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Break larger passages into smaller sections and practice slowly with consistent fingering.</li>
	<li>Focus on smooth transitions between arpeggios and inversions.</li>
	<li>Pay attention to dynamics, articulation, and phrasing for expressive performance.</li>
	<li>Use a metronome to maintain steady tempo and rhythm.</li>
	<li>Practice hands separately for complex sections before combining.</li>
	<li>Develop pedal control for smoother harmonic blending.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

9. Assessment Methods

<ul>
	<li>Performance evaluation based on repertoire, sight-reading, and aural skills.</li>
	<li>Graded on accuracy, musicality, and technical proficiency.</li>
	<li>Assessed on fluency, expression, and confidence during the exam.</li>
</ul>

This 48-hour advanced&nbsp;online course offers one class per week, led by our highly experienced and skilled instructors. Enhance your skills with personalized guidance and take the next step in your certification journey with confidence! 
 
1. Music Notation &amp; Theory

<ul>
	<li>Reading and interpreting complex musical notation with accidentals, advanced key signatures, and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Recognizing and executing ties, slurs, dotted rhythms, and syncopation effectively.</li>
	<li>Identifying dynamic markings, articulation symbols, and expressive terms.</li>
	<li>Analysing chord progressions, inversions, and harmonic structures.</li>
	<li>Understanding modal scales and their harmonic functions.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

2. Keyboard Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Choose one of the following scale and arpeggio combinations, using one of the tonal/modal centres of: F ,&nbsp;D ,&nbsp;Db / C#</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Combinations:

<ul>
	<li>Major scale followed by major 7th arpeggio</li>
	<li>Dorian scale followed by minor 7th arpeggio</li>
	<li>Mixolydian scale followed by major arpeggio with a lowered 7th</li>
	<li>(F7, D7, Db7)</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

3. Scales &amp; Chord Knowledge

&nbsp;

Scales (hands separately):

<ul>
	<li>Major scale followed by major 7th arpeggio in F, D, and Db/C#</li>
	<li>Dorian scale followed by minor 7th arpeggio in F, D, and Db/C#</li>
	<li>Mixolydian scale followed by major arpeggio with a lowered 7th in F7, D7, Db7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Pentatonic scales:

<ul>
	<li>Major pentatonic on F, D, and Db</li>
	<li>Minor pentatonic on F, D, and C# &bull; Chromatic scales:</li>
	<li>In similar motion, starting on any white note</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Blues scales:

<ul>
	<li>Blues scale on F, D, and C#</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chords in root position (LH bass note, RH remaining notes):

<ul>
	<li>F6, D6, Db6</li>
	<li>Fm6, Dm6, Dbm6</li>
	<li>F7, D7, Db7</li>
	<li>C7, A7, Ab7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chords in root position and all inversions: 

<ul>
	<li>F7, D7, Db7</li>
	<li>Fm7, Dm7, Dbm7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Diminished seventh chords:

<ul>
	<li>F&deg;7, D&deg;7, Db&deg;7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

4. Repertoire

<ul>
	<li>Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 6 syllabus, focusing on:</li>
	<li>Accurate rhythm, tempo, and articulation.</li>
	<li>Expressive phrasing with dynamics and musical sensitivity.</li>
	<li>Demonstrating appropriate style and character of each piece.</li>
	<li>Using advanced pedal techniques effectively.</li>
	<li>Incorporating rubato and expressive phrasing.</li>
	<li>Showcasing stylistic accuracy in different musical genres.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Sight Reading

<ul>
	<li>Candidates will be given 30 seconds of preparation time.</li>
	<li>Perform a previously unseen musical extract at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken.</li>
	<li>Demonstrate: o Rhythmic accuracy and steady tempo.</li>
	<li>Correct notes, articulation, and dynamics.</li>
	<li>Smooth transitions and confident playing.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

6. Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Candidates answer questions based on a single musical example played by the examiner.</li>
	<li>Identify:</li>
	<li>Changes in pitch, rhythm, and dynamics.</li>
	<li>Recognition of melodic and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Harmonic analysis, including major, minor, dominant seventh, and diminished seventh chords.</li>
	<li>Identify modulations and cadences. o Distinguish between phrasing styles and articulation patterns.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

7. Hanon Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Hanon Exercise No. 11 or 12:</li>
	<li>Strengthen finger independence, agility, and control.</li>
	<li>Practice with both legato and staccato articulation.</li>
	<li>Improve velocity and evenness in both hands.</li>
	<li>Enhance dexterity and coordination with challenging patterns.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

8. Practice Tips&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Isolate technical passages and practice slowly before gradually increasing tempo.</li>
	<li>Focus on precise articulation and phrasing.</li>
	<li>Pay attention to dynamic contrast and expressive interpretation.</li>
	<li>Use a metronome for consistent timing and rhythm.</li>
	<li>Practice hands separately for difficult sections.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

9. Assessment Methods

<ul>
	<li>Performance evaluation based on repertoire, sight-reading, and aural skills.</li>
	<li>Graded on technical accuracy, musicality, and stylistic interpretation.</li>
	<li>Assessed on fluency, expression, and confidence during the exam.</li>
	<li>Feedback on intonation, phrasing, and rhythmic precision.</li>
</ul>

This 54-hour advanced&nbsp;online course offers one class per week, led by our highly experienced and skilled instructors. Enhance your skills with personalized guidance and take the next step in your certification journey with confidence! 
 
1. Music Notation &amp; Theory

<ul>
	<li>Reading and interpreting complex musical notation with accidentals, advanced key signatures, and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Executing ties, slurs, dotted rhythms, and syncopation effectively.</li>
	<li>Recognizing and applying dynamic markings, articulation symbols, and expressive terms.</li>
	<li>Analyzing chord progressions, inversions, and harmonic structures.</li>
	<li>Understanding modal scales and their harmonic functions.</li>
	<li>Identifying and playing extended chords and alterations.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

2. Keyboard Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Choose one of the following scale and arpeggio combinations, using one of the tonal/modal centres of:&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Ab / G# ,B ,&nbsp;C</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Combinations:

<ul>
	<li>Major scale followed by major 7th arpeggio</li>
	<li>Dorian scale followed by minor 7th arpeggio</li>
	<li>Mixolydian scale followed by major arpeggio with a lowered 7th</li>
	<li>(Ab7, B7, C7)</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

3. Scales &amp; Chord Knowledge

<ul>
	<li>Scales (hands separately):</li>
	<li>Major scale followed by major 7th arpeggio in Ab / G#, B, and C</li>
	<li>Dorian scale followed by minor 7th arpeggio in Ab / G#, B, and C</li>
	<li>Mixolydian scale followed by major arpeggio with a lowered 7th in Ab7, B7, C7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Pentatonic scales:

<ul>
	<li>Major pentatonic on Ab, B, and C</li>
	<li>Minor pentatonic on G#, B, and C</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chromatic scales:

<ul>
	<li>In similar motion, starting on any note</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Blues scales:

<ul>
	<li>Blues scale on Ab, B, and C</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chords in root position (LH bass note, RH remaining notes):

<ul>
	<li>Ab6, B6, C6</li>
	<li>Abm6, Bm6, Cm6</li>
	<li>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Diminished seventh chords:

<ul>
	<li>Ab&deg;7, B&deg;7, C&deg;7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Augmented chords:

<ul>
	<li>Ab+, B+, C+</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chords in root position and all inversions:

<ul>
	<li>Ab7, B7, C7</li>
	<li>Eb7, F#7, G7</li>
	<li>Ab7, B7, C7</li>
	<li>G#m7, Bm7, Cm7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

4. Repertoire

<ul>
	<li>Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 7 syllabus, focusing on:</li>
	<li>Accurate rhythm, tempo, and articulation.</li>
	<li>Expressive phrasing with dynamics and musical sensitivity.</li>
	<li>Demonstrating appropriate style and character of each piece.</li>
	<li>Incorporating advanced pedal techniques.</li>
	<li>Executing rubato, ornamentation, and expressive phrasing.</li>
	<li>Showcasing stylistic authenticity across different genres.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Sight Reading

<ul>
	<li>Candidates will be given 30 seconds of preparation time.</li>
	<li>Perform a previously unseen musical extract at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Demonstrate:

<ul>
	<li>Rhythmic accuracy and steady tempo.</li>
	<li>Correct notes, articulation, and dynamics.</li>
	<li>Smooth transitions and confident playing.</li>
	<li>Expressive phrasing and musicality.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

6. Aural Skills

<ul>
	<li>Candidates answer questions based on a single musical example played by the examiner.</li>
	<li>Identify:</li>
	<li>Changes in pitch, rhythm, and dynamics.</li>
	<li>Recognition of melodic and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Harmonic analysis, including major, minor, dominant seventh, and diminished seventh chords.</li>
	<li>Identify modulations, cadences, and chord progressions.</li>
	<li>Distinguish between phrasing styles and articulation patterns.</li>
	<li>Recognize modulations and key changes.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

7. Hanon Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Hanon Exercise No. 13 or 14:</li>
	<li>Strengthen finger independence, agility, and control.</li>
	<li>Practice with both legato and staccato articulation.</li>
	<li>Improve velocity and evenness in both hands.</li>
	<li>Enhance dexterity and coordination with complex patterns.</li>
	<li>Develop fluid hand movement across the keyboard.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

8. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Isolate technical passages and practice slowly before gradually increasing tempo.</li>
	<li>Use a metronome to maintain consistent timing and rhythm.</li>
	<li>Practice hands separately for difficult sections.</li>
	<li>Develop pedal control for seamless harmonic transitions.</li>
	<li>Memorize scales, arpeggios, and chord progressions.</li>
	<li>Experiment with tempo variations to enhance musicality.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

9. Assessment Methods

<ul>
	<li>Performance evaluation based on repertoire, sight-reading, and aural skills.</li>
	<li>Graded on technical accuracy, musicality, and stylistic interpretation.</li>
	<li>Assessed on fluency, expression, and confidence during the exam.</li>
	<li>Feedback on intonation, phrasing, and rhythmic precision.</li>
	<li>Evaluation of dynamic control, articulation, and pedal technique.</li>
</ul>

This 54-hour advanced&nbsp;online course offers one class per week, led by our highly experienced and skilled instructors. Enhance your skills with personalized guidance and take the next step in your certification journey with confidence! 
 
1. Music Notation &amp; Theory

<ul>
	<li>Reading and interpreting advanced musical notation with complex accidentals, key signatures, and polyrhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Understanding ties, slurs, syncopation, and intricate rhythmic groupings.</li>
	<li>Recognizing and applying dynamic markings, articulation symbols, and advanced expressive terms.</li>
	<li>Analyzing complex harmonic progressions, chord alterations, and modulations.</li>
	<li>Identifying modal scales, extended chords, and harmonic structures.</li>
	<li>Playing and interpreting altered and extended harmony with precision.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

2. Keyboard Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Choose one of the following scale and arpeggio combinations, using one of the tonal/modal centres of:</li>
	<li>F# ,&nbsp;Eb ,&nbsp;A</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Combinations:

<ul>
	<li>Major scale followed by major 7th arpeggio</li>
	<li>Dorian scale followed by minor 7th arpeggio o Mixolydian scale followed by major arpeggio with a lowered 7th</li>
	<li>(F#7, Eb7, A7)</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

3. Scales &amp; Chord Knowledge

&nbsp;

Scales (hands separately):

<ul>
	<li>Major scale followed by major 7th arpeggio in F#, Eb, and A</li>
	<li>Dorian scale followed by minor 7th arpeggio in F#, Eb, and A</li>
	<li>Mixolydian scale followed by major arpeggio with a lowered 7th in F#7, Eb7, A7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Pentatonic scales:

<ul>
	<li>Major pentatonic on F#, Eb, and A o Minor pentatonic on F#, Eb, and A</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chromatic scales:

<ul>
	<li>In similar motion, starting on any note</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Blues scales:

<ul>
	<li>Blues scale on F#, Eb, and A</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chords in root position (LH bass note, RH remaining notes):

<ul>
	<li>F#6, Eb6, A6 o F#m6, Ebm6, Am6</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Diminished seventh chords:

<ul>
	<li>F#&deg;7, Eb&deg;7, A&deg;7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Ninth chords:

<ul>
	<li>F#9, Eb9, A9</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Augmented chords:

<ul>
	<li>F#+, Eb+, A+</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Chords in root position and all inversions:

<ul>
	<li>F#7, Eb7, A7</li>
	<li>Db7, Bb7, E7</li>
	<li>F#m7, Ebm7, Am7</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

4. Repertoire

<ul>
	<li>Perform three contrasting pieces from the Trinity Grade 8 syllabus, focusing on:</li>
	<li>Accurate rhythm, tempo, and articulation.</li>
	<li>Expressive phrasing with dynamics and musical sensitivity.</li>
	<li>Demonstrating appropriate style and character of each piece. o Incorporating advanced pedal techniques.</li>
	<li>Executing rubato, ornamentation, and expressive phrasing. o Showcasing stylistic authenticity across different genres</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

5. Sight Reading

<ul>
	<li>Candidates will be given 30 seconds of preparation time.</li>
	<li>Perform a previously unseen musical extract at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

Demonstrate:

<ul>
	<li>Rhythmic accuracy and steady tempo.</li>
	<li>Correct notes, articulation, and dynamics.</li>
	<li>Smooth transitions and confident playing.</li>
	<li>Expressive phrasing and musicality.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

6. Aural Skills

Answer questions based on a single musical example played by the examiner.

Identify:

<ul>
	<li>Changes in pitch, rhythm, and dynamics. o Recognition of melodic and rhythmic patterns.</li>
	<li>Harmonic analysis, including major, minor, dominant seventh, and diminished seventh chords.</li>
	<li>Identify modulations, cadences, and chord progressions.</li>
	<li>Distinguish between phrasing styles and articulation patterns.</li>
	<li>Recognize modulations and key changes.</li>
	<li>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

7. Hanon Exercises

<ul>
	<li>Hanon Exercise No. 13 or 14:</li>
	<li>Strengthen finger independence, agility, and control.</li>
	<li>Practice with both legato and staccato articulation.</li>
	<li>Improve velocity and evenness in both hands.</li>
	<li>Enhance dexterity and coordination with complex patterns.</li>
	<li>Develop fluid hand movement across the keyboard.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

8. Practice Tips

<ul>
	<li>Isolate technical passages and practice slowly before gradually increasing tempo.</li>
	<li>Focus on precise articulation and dynamic contrast.</li>
	<li>Pay attention to subtle phrasing and musical expression.</li>
	<li>Use a metronome to maintain consistent timing and rhythm.</li>
	<li>Practice hands separately for difficult sections.</li>
	<li>Develop pedal control for seamless harmonic transitions.</li>
	<li>Memorize scales, arpeggios, and chord progressions.</li>
	<li>Record and review performances to assess accuracy and expression.</li>
	<li>Experiment with tempo variations to enhance musicality.</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;

9. Assessment Methods

<ul>
	<li>Performance evaluation based on repertoire, sight-reading, and aural skills.</li>
	<li>Graded on technical accuracy, musicality, and stylistic interpretation.</li>
	<li>Assessed on fluency, expression, and confidence during the exam.</li>
	<li>Feedback on intonation, phrasing, and rhythmic precision.</li>
	<li>Evaluation of dynamic control, articulation, and pedal technique.</li>
</ul>

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