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SYLLABUS
Piano / Piano Accompanying
Qualification specifications for
graded exams 20182020
OVERLAP ARRANGEMENTS
This syllabus is valid from 1 January
2018. The 20152017 syllabus will
remain valid until 31 December 2018,
giving a one year overlap. During this
time, candidates may present pieces
and technical work from the 20152017
or the 20182020 syllabus, but not
both. Candidates should indicate
which syllabus they are presenting on
the appointment form handed to the
examiner at the start of the exam.
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Contents
3 / Welcome
4 / Qualification summary
38 / Piano: Initial
42 / Piano: Grade 1
46 / Piano: Grade 2
50 / Piano: Grade 3
54 / Piano: Grade 4
58 / Piano: Grade 5
62 / Piano: Grade 6
66 / Piano: Grade 7
70 / Piano: Grade 8
91 / Publishers
92 / Trinity publications
93 / Join us online
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Welcome
Welcome
Welcome
Welcome to Trinitys Piano syllabus, containing details of graded exams in piano and piano
accompanying. This 20182020 syllabus has performance at its heart. It offers the choice
and flexibility to allow pianists to play to their strengths, enabling them to gain recognition
for their own unique skills as performers.
The music you want to play
Learners can progress in their own musical style by choosing from lists of pieces carefully
selected by our piano experts, including specially commissioned pieces by contemporary
composers. Candidates from Initial to Grade 3 can also perform duets with their teacher
or another player.
The performer you want to be
Our performance-grounded technical work and supporting tests are specifically designed to
develop learners skills through the music they play.
The support you need
Digital learner and teacher support resources are available at trinitycollege.com/piano-support.
Join us via our website and social media for the full music experience and to find out when
new resources are available.
The recognition you deserve
Learners are assessed through an externally regulated and internationally recognised exam
system with a 140-year heritage you can trust, and with UCAS points available for Grades 68.
Graded repertoire books featuring the 20182020 selection of pieces and technical exercises are
available to support preparation for each grade. A version of the books with teaching notes and
an accompanying CD with high-quality recordings of all pieces and technical exercises for the
grade is also available. A separate Teaching Notes book offers a comprehensive guide to teaching
and learning all of the core and alternative pieces in this syllabus.
We hope you enjoy exploring the music on offer in this syllabus and we wish you every success
in the exams and your wider music-making.
WHATS CHANGED?
This syllabus features the following changes from the 20152017 syllabus:
New performance pieces at all levels, encompassing a wide range of musical styles
New technical work exercises at all levels, covering key areas of technique
Duets may now be selected from Initial to Grade 3
Pieces are only divided into groups at Grades 68 at other grades, pieces can be chosen freely from the
core and alternative repertoire lists
Own composition requirements have been revised (see page 16)
Revised aural and improvisation requirements applied from January 2017 and are included in this syllabus
(see pages 2027)
An information and regulations section is no longer included in the syllabus this information can be found
at trinitycollege.com/essentialinformation
Trinity accepts entries for its exams on the condition that candidates conform to the
requirements of the appropriate syllabus. Any amendments to the requirements will
be published and advertised viaourwebsite and in subsequent imprints.
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Qualification summary
Qualification
summary
REGULATED TITLES AND QUALIFICATION NUMBERS
Title Qualification
number
Initial
TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance 601/0812/5
(Initial) (Entry 3)
Grade 1
TCL Level 1 Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance 501/2042/6
(Grade 1)
Grade 2
TCL Level 1 Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance 501/2041/4
(Grade 2)
Grade 3
TCL Level 1 Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance 501/2043/8
(Grade 3)
Grade 4
TCL Level 2 Certificate in Graded Examination in Music Performance 501/2044/X
(Grade 4)
Grade 5
TCL Level 2 Certificate in Graded Examination in Music Performance 501/2045/1
(Grade 5)
Grade 6
TCL Level 3 Certificate in Graded Examination in Music Performance 501/2097/9
(Grade 6)
Grade 7
TCL Level 3 Certificate in Graded Examination in Music Performance 501/2098/0
(Grade 7)
Grade 8
TCL Level 3 Certificate in Graded Examination in Music Performance 501/2099/2
(Grade 8)
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Qualification summary
Qualification summary
OBJECTIVE
Trinitys graded music exams provide a structured yet flexible framework for progress, which
enables a learner to demonstrate their own musical personality and promotes enjoyment
in music performance.
The exams assess music performance, technical ability and responses to set musical tests
through face-to-face practical assessment. They offer learners of any age the opportunity
to measure their development as performers against a series of internationally understood
benchmarks, taking them from beginner level to the point where they can progress to higher
education in music, or enter for Trinitys performance diplomas.
Initial 8 32 40
Grade 1 12 48 60
Grade 2 18 72 90
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Introduction to Trinitys graded music exams
Introduction to
Trinitys graded
music exams
ASSESSMENT METHODS RECOGNITION AND UCAS POINTS
Trinitys graded music exams are assessed by Trinity College London is an international
an external examiner trained and moderated exam board regulated by Ofqual (Office
by Trinity. Examiners provide marks and of Qualifications and Examinations
comments for each component of the exam Regulation) in England, CCEA Regulation
using the assessment criteria on pages 3037. in Northern Ireland and by Qualifications
Wales. Various arrangements are in
place with governmental education
ATTAINMENT LEVELS
authorities worldwide.
The exam is marked out of 100. Candidates
In the UK, Grades 68 are eligible for UCAS
results correspond to different attainment
(Universities and Colleges Admissions Service)
bands as follows:
points for those applying to collegesand
universities, as follows:
Mark Band
Grade 6
87100 DISTINCTION UCAS POINTS
PASS 6 | MERIT 10 | DISTINCTION 12
7586 MERIT
Grade 7
6074 PASS
UCAS POINTS
4559 BELOW PASS 1 PASS 10 | MERIT 12 | DISTINCTION 16
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Introduction to Trinitys graded music exams
Introduction
of musicianship skills, including performance,
in the requirements of previous grades.
while certificate exams focus entirely on
Repertoire selection and other exam content performance, including separate marks
is designed to appeal to learners of all ages for presentation skills. Find more
and backgrounds, reflecting the diversity information about certificate exams at
ofcandidates. trinitycollege.com/certificates
Trinity is committed to making its exams Candidates can enter any combination of
accessible to all, and each candidate is graded or certificate exams, and do not need to
treated individually when considering how pass any particular level inorder to proceed
assessments can be adapted for those to a higher level.
withspecial needs. Find more information
Theory exams are available from Grade 1 to
at trinitycollege.com/music-csn
support learners to develop their understanding
of the technical language of music. However,
PROGRESSION no theory qualifications or other prerequisites
are required to enter graded or certificate
While for some learners graded music exams exams at any level. Find more information about
represent personal goals and objectives, theory exams at trinitycollege.com/theory
they can also be used as a progression
routetowards: After Grade 8 or the Advanced Certificate,
candidates can progress to diplomas at
d
iplomas in performing and teaching Associate (ATCL), Licentiate (LTCL) and
offered by Trinity or by other awarding Fellowship (FTCL) levels. These assess higher
organisations skills in performance, teaching and theory.
music courses at conservatoires and Find more information about diploma exams
universities, for which Grade 8 is often at trinitycollege.com/diplomas
specified as an entry requirement
Adults who work as music educators may also
employment opportunities in music and wish to consider Trinitys Level 4 Certificate
the creative arts. for Music Educators (Trinity CME). Find more
information about Trinity CME exams at
EXAM CENTRES trinitycollege.com/CME
Exams can be taken at Trinitys public Music Tracks is an initiative in the UK designed
exam centres, which are available to support teachers in delivering instrumental
throughout the world. Details are available tuition for both large and small groups.
at trinitycollege.com/worldwide, and Find more information about Music Tracks
candidates should contact their local at trinitycollege.com/musictracks
Trinity representative for more information.
Alternatively, in the UK, schools and private
teachers with sufficient candidates may apply
for an exam visit. Details are available at
trinitycollege.com/examvisit
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Introduction to Trinitys graded music exams
7 7 FTCL
6 6 LTCL LMusTCL
ATCL AMusTCL
4 5
Certificate for Music Educators
(Trinity CME)
Grade 8 Grade 8 Grade 8 Advanced Advanced
Entry Initial
1 Initial Initial
Level 3 Track
Entry First
Levels Access
12 Track
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Learning outcomes and assessment criteria
Learning outcomes
INITIALGRADE 3
(Initial = RQF Entry Level 3, Grades 13 = RQF Level 1)
1. 1.1 A
pply skills, knowledge and understanding to present performances that
Perform music in a variety demonstrate careful preparation, musical awareness and the beginning of
of styles set for the grade thoughtful interpretation
1.2 Perform with general security of pitch and rhythm, and with attention given
to dynamics and articulation
2.
Demonstrate technical 2.1 Demonstrate familiarity with the fundamentals of instrumental command
ability on an instrument
through responding to 2.2 Demonstrate technical control and facility within set tasks
settechnical demands
3.
Recognise and respond to simple elements of music in a practical context
3.1
Respond to set
musicianship tests 3.2 Demonstrate basic aural and musical awareness
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Learning outcomes and assessment criteria
GRADES 45
(RQF Level 2)
1.3 Perform with general accuracy, technical fluency and musical awareness
toconvey musical character in a variety of styles
2.
Demonstrate technical Demonstrate a developing instrumental command
2.1
ability on an instrument
through responding to 2.2 Demonstrate technical control and facility within settasks
settechnicaldemands
GRADES 68
(RQF Level 3)
2.
Demonstrate instrumental command
2.1
Demonstrate technical
ability on an instrument 2.2 Demonstrate technical control across the full compass of the instrument/
through responding to voice within set tasks
settechnicaldemands
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About the exam
TECHNICAL
WORK
14 MARKS
SUPPORTING
TESTS
20 MARKS
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About the exam
PIANO
PIECE 1 22 PIECE 1 22
PIECE 2 22 PIECE 2 22
PIECE 3 22 PIECE 3 22
Scales & arpeggios and exercises Scales & arpeggios and exercises
Aural
10
Improvisation
Musical knowledge
Supporting test 2
ONE of the following:
Aural
Improvisation
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About the exam
PIANO ACCOMPANYING
PIECE 1 22 PIECE 1 22
PIECE 2 22 PIECE 2 22
PIECE 3 22 PIECE 3 22
Extracts Extracts
Aural
10
Improvisation
Musical knowledge
Supporting test 2
ONE of the following:
Aural
Improvisation
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About the exam
Candidates can choose the order of the components of their exam, and should indicate their
preferred order on the appointment form. This should be given to the examiner at the start
of the exam. If no preference is indicated the examiner will ask to hear technical workfirst.
EXAM DURATIONS
Exams are designed to include sufficient time for setting up and presenting all components,
andoverall durations are as follows:
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Exam guidance: Pieces
Grades 68
Pieces are divided into two groups: group A PAGE TURNS
andgroup B. The examiner will not be able to act as a page
At least one piece must be chosen from turner. Difficult page turns may be overcome
each group. The third piece may be chosen by photocopying the relevant pages.
from either group or may be the candidates A page turner may assist at Grades 68,
owncomposition. butmust only be present in the exam room
when required to turn pages. The page
turner should not be the teacher or a
family member.
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Exam guidance: Pieces
16
Exam guidance: Technical work
17
Exam guidance: Supporting tests
Improvisation
Musical knowledge.
At Grades 68, all candidates are assessed
in sight reading, and choose either aural or
improvisation for their second supportingtest.
This flexibility is designed to allow candidates
to demonstrate their musical skills in different
ways, while recognising that sight reading is an
important skill at highergrades.
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Exam guidance: Supporting tests
PARAMETERS FOR SIGHT READING TESTS
p, f and simple
Initial C major 2 q, h and W moderato phrasing
G major,
Grade 1 A minor (white 4 w and H mf
notes only)
Grade 2
A minor
(including G#) 3 dand ties allegretto
F# & C minor
(majors modulate
to dominant or pedalling
Grade 6 relative minor only; required but not
minors to dominant always marked
or relative
majoronly)
E & Ab major
any common pedalling
Grade 7 (modulations 9 terms essential
to any related key)
(*) Cumulative. Tests may also include requirements from preceding grade(s). 19
Exam guidance: Supporting tests
20
Exam guidance: Supporting tests
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Exam guidance: Supporting tests
Stylistic stimulus
Length of
2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars
introduction
Length of
improvised 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars
section
Times
improvised
1 2 2 2
section
isplayed
Total to
4 bars 8 bars 8 bars 8 bars
improvise
Time signatures
(*) 4 3
D and
Keys F and
C major A minor Bb major /
(*) G major
D and E minor
Number of
1 1 1 1
chords perbar
(*) Cumulative. Tests may also include requirements from preceding grade(s).
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Exam guidance: Supporting tests
3 3 2 2 2
5
2 6 1 9 4
1 up to 2 up to 2 up to 2 up to 2
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Exam guidance: Supporting tests
Motivic stimulus
Length of
2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars
stimulus
Length of
46 bars 48 bars 68 bars 68 bars
response
Time
signatures (*) 4 3
Rhythmic minims,
quavers dotted notes ties
features (*) crotchets
up to
Intervals (*) major 3rd perfect 4th perfect 5th
minor 3rd
D and
Keys (*) C major F and G major A minor Bb major
D and E minor
(*) Cumulative. Tests may also include requirements from preceding grade(s).
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Exam guidance: Supporting tests
812 bars 812 bars 1216 bars 1216 bars 1216 bars
5
2 6 1 9 4
triplets,
syncopation semiquavers
duplets
augmented
minor 6th, 4th, minor 7th, all up to
octave
major 6th diminished major 7th major 10th
5th
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Exam guidance: Supporting tests
Harmonic stimulus
Length of chord
4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars
sequence
Times chord
sequence 1 2 2 2
isplayed
Total to
4 bars 8 bars 8 bars 8 bars
improvise
Number of
1 1 1 1
chords perbar
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Exam guidance: Supporting tests
3 3 2 2 2
1 1 1 1 1
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Exam guidance: Supporting tests
Identify key/time
What is this called? A time signature
signatures
Parts of the
What are these called? Pedals
instrument
(*) Cumulative. Tests may also include requirements from preceding grade(s).
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Exam guidance: Supporting tests
Metronome marks,
72 crotchet beats
grace notes Explain the sign d = 72
perminute
andornaments
Candidate
Basic posture Show me a good hand position
demonstrates
Candidate identifies
Comment on the style style of piece and gives
Musical style
ofthispiece examples of stylistic
features
Candidate suggests
How does this piece reflect the a musical period and
Musical period
period in which it was written? gives examples of how
Grade 5
the music reflects this
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Exam guidance: Marking
Max. mark
for each piece Component
7 TECHNICAL FACILITY
COMMUNICATION
8
& INTERPRETATION
30
Exam guidance: Marking
1922 DISTINCTION
1618 MERIT
1315 PASS
39 BELOW PASS 2
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Exam guidance: Marking
Technical The various technical The various technical The various technical
facility demands of the music demands of the demands of the music
fulfilled to a very high music fulfilled with fulfilled for the most
degree. An excellent only momentary part. A good level of
level oftonecontrol. insecurities. A very tone control though
good level of tone with occasional lapses.
control despite
minimal blemishes.
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Exam guidance: Marking
The various technical The technical demands of the Many or all of the technical
demands of the music music often not managed. demands of the music not
generally managed despite The performance lacks a managed. Significant flaws
some inconsistencies. A basic basic level oftonecontrol. in tone control.
level of tone control despite
someinsecurity.
33
Exam guidance: Marking
DISTINCTION MERIT
1314 MARKS 1112 MARKS
34
Exam guidance: Marking
35
Exam guidance: Marking
DISTINCTION MERIT
910 MARKS 8 MARKS
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Exam guidance: Marking
A generally reliable degree A limited or very limited aural Unreliable aural perception
of aural perception in perception with some lack of in the majority or all aspects.
most aspects though with precision in most aspects.
Very hesitant or uncertain/
some imprecision.
Hesitant or uncertain missing responses.
Generally confident and responses.
prompt responses though
with occasional hesitation
oruncertainty.
oruncertainty.
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Piano: Initial
Piano: Initial
EXAM STRUCTURE PIECES
Maximum
marks BADINGS Canon
SUPPORTING TESTS 20
TOTAL 100
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Piano: Initial
Piano: Initial
Alternative repertoire
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
STRECKE Ball Playing Tio, the Little Keyboard Man (Breitkopf EB 8845)
TERZIBASCHITSCH Interval Magic Piano Dreams: solo book 1 (Trinity TCL 015334)
TERZIBASCHITSCH Round Dance [duet]** Piano Dreams: duet book 2 (Trinity TCL 015365)
* May be performed as primo only, or as a duet. If played primo only, it should be played at notated pitch.
If played asa duet, the duet part (lower part) must be performed inthe exam by the teacher, another
adult or another pupil, but may notbe pre-recorded.
** To be performed as a duet. The duet part (lower part) must be performed in the exam by the teacher,
another adult oranother pupil, but may not be pre-recorded.
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Piano: Initial
TECHNICAL WORK
C major
one
A minor (candidates choice of either octave
harmonic or melodic or natural minor)
min. hands
Broken triad in C major and A minor, using mf legato
q = 60 separately
the following pattern:
3 to 5th
&4
2. EXERCISES (music may be used) Candidates prepare three exercises in total: 1a or 1b,
2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b.
The candidate chooses one exercise to play first. The examiner then selects one of the
remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.
The exercises are in the book Piano Pieces & Exercises Initial 20182020.
1a. Joining In or
for tone, balance and voicing
Westminster Walk
1b.
2a. Dialogue or
for co-ordination
2b. Caribbean Sunshine
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Piano: Initial
Piano: Initial
SUPPORTING TESTS
Candidates perform a previously unseen See pages 2027 for details of the
musical extract at a level lower than the requirements and parameters.
exam being taken, after 30 seconds
preparation time. See page 18 for sight
Musical knowledge
reading parameters.
Candidates answer questions assessing their
Aural understanding of the pieces performed,
as well as their knowledge of notation and
Candidates answer questions based on a single their instrument. Questions are based on
musical example played on the piano by the candidates chosen pieces. See pages 2829
examiner. See page 20 for more information. for example questions and responses.
The aural test requirements for Initial
are below.
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
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Piano: Grade 1
Piano: Grade 1
EXAM STRUCTURE PIECES
GRILL Im Happy
PIECE 2
22
GRUBER Jodler (Yodeler)
SUPPORTING TESTS
20
TOTAL 100
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Piano: Grade 1
Alternative repertoire
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
Piano: Grade
ARNOLD Across the Plains 8 Childrens Pieces (Queens Temple QT 157)
CROSLAND Cant Stop Myself Get Set Jazz! Grades 02 (Spartan SP 1266)
TERZIBASCHITSCH The First Day Piano Dreams: solo book 1 (Trinity TCL 015334)
at School
TERZIBASCHITSCH The Last Waltz [duet]* Piano Dreams: duet book 1 (Trinity TCL 015358)
* To be performed as a duet. The duet part (lower part) must be performed in the exam by the teacher,
another adult or another pupil, but may not be pre-recorded.
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Piano: Grade 1
TECHNICAL WORK
F and G major
2. BROKEN CHORDS (from memory) The examiner selects from the following:
XERCISES (music may be used) Candidates prepare three exercises in total: 1a or 1b,
3. E
2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b.
The candidate chooses one exercise to play first. The examiner then selects one of the
remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.
The exercises are in the book Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 1 20182020.
1a. Tundra or
for tone, balance and voicing
1b. A Minor Blues
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Piano: Grade 1
SUPPORTING TESTS
Piano: Grade
Sight reading Candidates perform an improvisation based
on a stimulus chosen from the following
Aural
threeoptions:
Improvisation
Stylistic
Musical knowledge
Motivic
Harmonic
1
Sight reading
Candidates perform a previously unseen See pages 2027 for details of the
musical extract at a level lower than the requirements and parameters.
exam being taken, after 30 seconds
preparation time. See page 18 for sight Musical knowledge
reading parameters.
Candidates answer questions assessing their
Aural understanding of the pieces performed,
as well as their knowledge of notation and
Candidates answer questions based on a single their instrument. Questions are based on
musical example played on the piano by the candidates chosen pieces. See pages 2829
examiner. See page 20 for more information. for example questions and responses.
The aural test requirements for Grade 1
are below.
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
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Piano: Grade 2
Piano: Grade 2
EXAM STRUCTURE PIECES
Maximum
marks CLEAVER Persian Holiday
PIECE 1 22 FUX Almost a Canon
arr. HAAS
LHLEIN Balletto
PIECE 3 22 arr. HAAS
TELEMANN Rigaudon
SUPPORTING TESTS 20
TOTAL 100
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Piano: Grade 2
Alternative repertoire
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
Piano: Grade
HAYDN German Dance Essential Piano Repertoire Level 2
(Kjos GP 452)
MENKEN A Whole New World The Graded Piano Player book 2: Grades 23
arr. BULLARD (from Walt Disneys (Faber 0-571-53941-6)
Aladdin)
TERZIBASCHITSCH The Gondola [duet] * Piano Dreams: duet book 2 (Trinity TCL 015365)
TERZIBASCHITSCH The Little Locomotive Piano Dreams: solo book 2 (Trinity TCL 015341)
* To be performed as a duet. The duet part (lower part) must be performed in the exam by the teacher,
another adult or another pupil, but may not be pre-recorded.
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Piano: Grade 2
TECHNICAL WORK
Bb and D major
XERCISES (music may be used) Candidates prepare three exercises in total: 1a or 1b,
3. E
2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b.
The candidate chooses one exercise to play first. The examiner then selects one of the
remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.
The exercises are in the book Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 2 20182020.
2a. Off-centre or
for co-ordination
2b. Quick March
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Piano: Grade 2
SUPPORTING TESTS
Piano: Grade
Motivic
Sight reading Harmonic
Candidates perform a previously unseen See pages 2027 for details of the
musical extract at a level approximately requirements and parameters.
twogrades lower than the exam being taken,
after 30 seconds preparation time. See page
18 for sight reading parameters.
Musical knowledge 2
Candidates answer questions assessing their
Aural understanding of the pieces performed,
as well as their knowledge of notation and
Candidates answer questions based on a single their instrument. Questions are based on
musical example played on the piano by the candidates chosen pieces. See pages 2829
examiner. See page 20 for more information. for example questions and responses.
The aural test requirements for Grade 2
are below.
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
i) D
escribe the dynamics, which will vary
Melody only during the melody
Listen to the melody once
4 bars ii) Identify the articulation as legato
or staccato
Major or minor key
Identify the last note as higher or lower
Listen to the melody once
than the first note
2 or 3
Listen to the melody twice, i) Identify where the change occurs
with a change of rhythm or
pitch in the second playing ii) Identify the change as rhythm or pitch
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Piano: Grade 3
Piano: Grade 3
EXAM STRUCTURE PIECES
Maximum
marks J & A BULLARD Model T
PIECE 1 22
COUPERIN Le petit rien
arr. SNELL
SCHNMEHL Rain
SUPPORTING TESTS 20
TOTAL 100
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Piano: Grade 3
Alternative repertoire
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
Piano: Grade
KELLY Spanish Dance Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 35
(Trinity TCL 015389)
SHERMAN & Hushabye Mountain The Graded Piano Player book 2: Grades 23
SHERMAN (from Chitty Chitty (Faber 0-571-53941-6)
arr. BULLARD Bang Bang)
TERZIBASCHITSCH The Little Elf Piano Dreams: solo book 2 (Trinity TCL 015341)
* To be performed as a duet. The duet part (lower part) must be performed in the exam by the teacher,
another adult or another pupil, but may not be pre-recorded.
** To be played a semitone higher than notated, as requested by the composer.
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Piano: Grade 3
TECHNICAL WORK
Eb and A major
3. EXERCISES (music may be used) Candidates prepare three exercises in total: 1a or 1b,
2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b.
The candidate chooses one exercise to play first. The examiner then selects one of the
remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.
The exercises are in the book Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 3 20182020.
2a. Prelude or
for co-ordination
2b. Simple Syncopations
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Piano: Grade 3
SUPPORTING TESTS
Candidates perform a previously unseen See pages 2027 for details of the
musical extract at a level approximately requirements and parameters.
twogrades lower than the exam being taken,
Piano: Grade
after 30 seconds preparation time. See page Musical knowledge
18 for sight reading parameters.
Candidates answer questions assessing their
understanding of the pieces performed,
Aural as well as their knowledge of notation and
Candidates answer questions based on a single their instrument. Questions are based on
candidates chosen pieces. See pages 2829
musical example played on the piano by the
examiner. See page 20 for more information. for example questions and responses. 3
The aural test requirements for Grade 3
are below.
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
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Piano: Grade 4
Piano: Grade 4
EXAM STRUCTURE PIECES
Maximum
marks ARENS Tango Passionis
TOTAL 100
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Piano: Grade 4
Alternative repertoire
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
Piano: Grade
NEEFE Arioso Easy Pieces of the 17th and 18th Centuries
(Brenreiter H 4014)
TRAD. Bop Goes the Weasel Repertoire Builder book 2 (Spartan SP 1212)
arr. HOLT
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Piano: Grade 4
TECHNICAL WORK
Ab and E major
3. EXERCISES (music may be used) Candidates prepare three exercises in total: 1a or 1b,
2a or 2b, and 3a or3b.
The candidate chooses one exercise to play first. The examiner then selects one of the
remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.
The exercises are in the book Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 4 20182020.
3a. Timelines or
for finger & wrist strength and flexibility
3b. Roll up, roll up!
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Piano: Grade 4
SUPPORTING TESTS
Candidates perform a previously unseen See pages 2027 for details of the
musical extract at a level approximately requirements and parameters.
twogrades lower than the exam being taken,
after 30 seconds preparation time. See page Musical knowledge
18 for sight reading parameters.
Candidates answer questions assessing their
understanding of the pieces performed,
Aural as well as their knowledge of notation and
Candidates answer questions based on a single their instrument. Questions are based on
Piano: Grade
musical example played on the piano by the candidates chosen pieces. See pages 2829
examiner. See page 20 for more information. for example questions and responses.
The aural test requirements for Grade 4
are below.
4
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
57
Piano: Grade 5
Piano: Grade 5
EXAM STRUCTURE PIECES
Maximum
marks ALEXANDER All is Calm
TOTAL 100
58
Piano: Grade 5
Alternative repertoire
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
DIABELLI Moderato cantabile Eleven Sonatinas, op. 151 & op. 168
(1st movt from (Alfred 2419)
Sonatina in F major,
op. 168 no. 1)
Piano: Grade
NORTON Kettle Rag Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 35
(Trinity TCL 015389)
59
Piano: Grade 5
TECHNICAL WORK
Db and B major
RPEGGIOS (from memory, in similar motion) The examiner selects from the following:
2. A
Db and B major
min. legato or two hands
Bb and G# minor f or p
q = 90 staccato octaves together
Diminished 7th starting on B
3. EXERCISES (music may be used) Candidates prepare three exercises in total: 1a or 1b,
2a or 2b, and 3a or3b.
The candidate chooses one exercise to play first. The examiner then selects one of the
remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.
The exercises are in the book Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 5 20182020.
60
Piano: Grade 5
SUPPORTING TESTS
Candidates perform a previously unseen See pages 2027 for details of the
musical extract at a level approximately requirements and parameters.
twogrades lower than the exam being taken,
after 30 seconds preparation time. See page Musical knowledge
18 for sight reading parameters.
Candidates answer questions assessing their
understanding of the pieces performed,
Aural as well as their knowledge of notation and
Candidates answer questions based on a single their instrument. Questions are based on
musical example played on the piano by the candidates chosen pieces. See pages 2829
examiner. See page 20 for more information. for example questions and responses.
The aural test requirements for Grade 5
are below.
Piano: Grade
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
61
Piano: Grade 6
Piano: Grade 6
EXAM STRUCTURE PIECES
Core repertoire
TECHNICAL WORK 14
Group B
BRA-TAGRINE Mazurka
Scales & arpeggios and exercises
KARGANOV Arabesque, op. 6 no. 4
SCHMITZ Progression I
Sight reading
WALSH/SHORE In Dreams (from
SUPPORTING TEST 2 10 arr. PODGORNOV The Lord of the Rings:
The Fellowship
of the Ring)
ONE of the following:
Aural
Improvisation
TOTAL 100
62
Piano: Grade 6
Alternative repertoire
Group A
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
C P E BACH Solo per il cembalo (Allegro), Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach
BWV Anh 129 (Brenreiter BA 5242)
Alternative repertoire
Group B
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
GRANADOS Vals Sentimental, Valses 2 (Complete Works for Piano vol. 16)
DLR VII:8.7 (Boileau 978-84-8020-690-7)
KALLMEYER Nemi Lounge The Cool Cat Piano Goodies (DVfM DV 32152)
Piano: Grade
REGER Vershnung (Reconciliation) Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 68
(no. 20 from Aus der (Trinity TCL 015395)
Jugendzeit, op. 17)
6
Own composition Own compositions must be comparable in
technical and musical demand to the pieces
Candidates may perform an own composition
listed for this grade. Suitable features include:
instead of one listed piece. More information
can be found on page 16. More advanced use of form (eg theme
and variations)
Duration: Extensive range
45 minutes More advanced melodic ornamentation
or inflection
Use of any key
63
Piano: Grade 6
TECHNICAL WORK
Bb and D major
2. ARPEGGIOS (from memory, in similar motion) The examiner selects from the following:
Bb and D major
Bb and D minor
min. f or mf legato or four hands
q = 100 or p staccato octaves together
Diminished 7ths starting on Bb and D
3. EXERCISES (music may be used) Candidates prepare three exercises in total: 1a or 1b,
2a or 2b, and 3a or3b.
The candidate chooses one exercise to play first. The examiner then selects one of the
remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.
The exercises are in the book Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 6 20182020.
64
Piano: Grade 6
SUPPORTING TESTS
Aural
Candidates answer questions based on a single
musical example played on the piano by the
examiner. See page 20 for more information.
The aural test requirements for Grade 6
are below.
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
Piano: Grade
iii) Comment on the articulation
65
Piano: Grade 7
Piano: Grade 7
EXAM STRUCTURE PIECES
Core repertoire
TECHNICAL WORK 14
Group B
CHANLER Aftermath
Scales & arpeggios and exercises
EARL Lento (2nd movt
from Sonatina)
SUPPORTING TEST 1 10
MENDELSSOHN No. 2 from Kinderstcke,
op. 72
Sight reading
PETER-HORAS Sarah
SUPPORTING TEST 2 10
TURINA Fiesta (from Miniatures)
TOTAL 100
66
Piano: Grade 7
Alternative repertoire
Group A
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
HAYDN Allegro molto (3rd movt Piano Sonata in C major, Hob. XVI:50
from Sonata in C major, (Henle HN 1325)
Hob. XVI:50)
MOZART Allegro (1st movt from Piano Sonata in G major, K. 283 (189h)
Sonata in G major, K. 283) (Henle HN 601)
Alternative repertoire
Group B
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
67
Piano: Grade 7
TECHNICAL WORK
Ab and E major
f or mf
G# and E harmonic and or p or
min.
melodicminor crescendo/ legato or four hands
q = 130 diminuendo
staccato octaves together
Chromatic scale in similar motion a
minor 3rd apart, left hand starting (p f p)
on C and right hand starting on Eb
Ab and E major
3. EXERCISES (music may be used) Candidates prepare three exercises in total: 1a or 1b,
2a or 2b, and 3a or3b.
The candidate chooses one exercise to play first. The examiner then selects one of the
remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.
The exercises are in the book Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 7 2018-2020.
2a. Sunrise or
for co-ordination
2b. Vamp Style
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Piano: Grade 7
SUPPORTING TESTS
Aural
Candidates answer questions based on a single
musical example played on the piano by the
examiner. See page 20 for more information.
The aural test requirements for Grade 7
are below.
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
69
Piano: Grade 8
Piano: Grade 8
EXAM STRUCTURE PIECES
Core repertoire
Maximum
marks Group A
Improvisation
TOTAL 100
70
Piano: Grade 8
Alternative repertoire
Group A
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
Alternative repertoire
Group B
The following pieces are in the books listed in the right-hand column below.
TECHNICAL WORK
XERCISES (music may be used) Candidates prepare three exercises in total: 1a or 1b,
3. E
2a or 2b, and 3a or3b.
The candidate chooses one exercise to play first. The examiner then selects one of the
remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.
The exercises are in the book Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 8 20182020.
72
Piano: Grade 8
SUPPORTING TESTS
Aural
Candidates answer questions based on a single
musical example played on the piano by the
examiner. See page 20 for more information.
The aural test requirements for Grade 8
are below.
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
8
73
Piano Accompanying: Grade 5
Maximum
marks
PIECE 1 22
PIECE 2 22
PIECE 3 22
TECHNICAL WORK 14
Extracts
SUPPORTING TESTS 20
TOTAL 100
74
Piano Accompanying: Grade 5
Group A
VOICE
ARNE When Daisies Pied (from Selected Songs) (Cramer 90142)
PURCELL Music for a While (from 15 Songs and Airs set 2) (Novello NOV170266)
VIOLIN
J S BACH 3rd movt: Andante (from Sonata no. 1 in B minor, BWV 1014)
(from Six Sonatas, BWV 10141019 vol. 1) (Brenreiter BA 5118)
FLUTE
J S BACH 2nd movt: Siciliano (from Sonata no. 2 in Eb, BWV 1031)
(from Flute Sonatas vol. 1) (Peters EP4461AA)
COWLES Busy Lizzie (from Woodwind World Flute book 4) (Trinity TCL 320049)
Group B
VOICE
FAUR ed. KAGEN Chanson damour (from 30 Songs) (IMC 1601/2/1131)
SCHUBERT Du bist die Ruh (from Schubert Lieder vol. 5 high voice)
(Brenreiter BA 7008)
VIOLIN
DVORK 2nd movt: Larghetto (from Sonatina in G, op. 100) (Peters EP 9363)
ELGAR Chanson de matin, op. 15 no. 2 (from Edward Elgar: Chanson de matin
and Chanson de nuit) (Novello NOV 120431R)
CELLO
SQUIRE Romance (Stainer 2284)
FLUTE
COWLES Meadow-Sweet (from Woodwind World Flute book 3)
(Trinity TCL 320032)
CLARINET
FINZI Carol (from Five Bagatelles, op. 23) (Boosey M060030253)
BIZET Entracte (no. 24: Andantino from Carmen) (from Piano Plus)
(Trinity TCL 003034)
FAUR Agnus Dei (from Requiem) (from Piano Plus) (Trinity TCL 003034)
VARIOUS Any piece from Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 5 20182020
(Trinity TCL 016638)
TECHNICAL WORK
Candidates prepare all extracts set for Grade 5 technical development in the book Piano Plus 2
published by Trinity. The examiner chooses three extracts to be performed in the exam.
76
Piano Accompanying: Grade 5
SUPPORTING TESTS
Candidates perform a previously unseen See pages 2027 for details of the
musical extract at a level approximately two requirements and parameters.
grades lower than the exam being taken, after
30 seconds preparation time. See page 18 for Musical knowledge
sight reading parameters.
Candidates answer questions assessing their
understanding of the pieces performed,
Aural as well as their knowledge of notation and
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
i) C
lap the pulse on the second playing,
Listen to the piece twice stressing the strong beat
ii) Identify the time signature
5
i) Identify the changing tonality
Listen to the piece twice ii) Identify the final cadence as perfect,
Harmonised
plagal, imperfect or interrupted
8 bars
Identify the interval as minor or major
Listen to two notes from
second, minor or major third, perfect
Major or minor key the melody line played
fourth or fifth, minor or major sixth,
consecutively
minor or major seventh or octave
2, 3, 4 or 6
Study a copy of the piece,
and listen to it once as i) Identify the bar in which the change
written and once with a of rhythm occurred
change of rhythm and ii) Identify the bar in which the change
a change of pitch (both of pitch occurred
changes in the melody line)
77
Piano Accompanying: Grade 6
Maximum
marks
PIECE 1 22
PIECE 2 22
PIECE 3 22
TECHNICAL WORK 14
Extracts
SUPPORTING TEST 1 10
Sight reading
SUPPORTING TEST 2 10
TOTAL 100
78
Piano Accompanying: Grade 6
Group A
VOICE
CALDARA Sebben crudele (from 24 Italian Songs and Arias)
(Schirmer GS 26114)
VIOLIN
J S BACH 4th movt from Sonata no. 1 in B minor, BWV 1014 (from Six Sonatas,
BWV 10141019 vol. 1) (Brenreiter BA 5118)
CORELLI 4th movt: Giga Allegro (from Sonata in D minor, op. 5 no. 7)
(Stainer 7406A)
CELLO
LE FLEMING Dance (from Air and Dance) (Chester CH 56275)
VIVALDI Any Allegro movement from any of the 6 Sonatas for cello
(Schott ED 4927)
CLARINET
LUTOSAWSKI No. 1 from 5 Dance Preludes (Chester CH 55171)
SAINT-SANS 2nd movt: Allegro animato (from Sonata for Clarinet in Eb, op. 167)
(Durand DF01006300)
Group B
6
VOICE
FAUR ed. KAGEN Aprs un rve (from 30 Songs) (IMC 1601/2/1131)
79
Piano Accompanying: Grade 6
VIOLIN
ELGAR Chanson de nuit, op. 15 no. 1 (from Edward Elgar: Chanson de matin and
Chanson de nuit) (Novello NOV 120431R)
CELLO
ELGAR Chanson de nuit, op. 15 no. 1 (Novello NOV 120943 [archive])
FAUR Sicilienne, op. 78 (from Elgie, op. 24; Sicilienne, op. 78)
(Peters EP 7385)
FLUTE
FAUR ed. BUESSER Sicilienne, op. 78 (Chester CH 55156)
GODARD Idylle (from Suite de trois morceaux, op. 116) (Chester CH 55136)
MOWER The Great Outside (from Landscapes) (Itchy Fingers IFP 034)
CLARINET
MOZART 2nd movt (Concerto in A, K. 622) (any reliable edition)
BORODIN Polovtsian Dance (no. 17 from Prince Igor) (from Piano Plus)
(Trinity TCL 003034)
HANDEL And with His stripes we are healed (from Messiah) (from Piano Plus)
(Trinity TCL 003034)
HAYDN Come, gentle spring (from The Seasons) (from Piano Plus)
(Trinity TCL 003034)
VARIOUS Any piece from Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 6 20182020
(Trinity TCL 016645)
TECHNICAL WORK
Candidates prepare all extracts set for Grade 6 technical development in the book Piano Plus 2
published by Trinity. The examiner chooses three extracts to be performed in the exam.
80
Piano Accompanying: Grade 6
SUPPORTING TESTS
Aural
Candidates answer questions based on a single
musical example played on the piano by the
examiner. See page 20 for more information.
The aural test requirements for Grade 6
are below.
81
Piano Accompanying: Grade 7
Maximum
marks
PIECE 1 22
PIECE 2 22
PIECE 3 22
TECHNICAL WORK 14
Extracts
SUPPORTING TEST 1 10
Sight reading
SUPPORTING TEST 2 10
TOTAL 100
82
Piano Accompanying: Grade 7
Group A
VOICE
BERLIOZ Villanelle (from Les nuits dt) (Brenreiter BA 5784-90)
VIOLIN
GADE Second Fantasy Piece (Allegro Vivace) (from Fantasy Pieces, op. 43)
(Hansen WH 03537)
HANDEL 2nd movt: Allegro (from Sonata no. 4 in D, HWV 371) (Peters EP 2475b)
CELLO
BERKELEY Andantino, op. 21 no. 2a (Chester CH 00945)
FLUTE
R R BENNETT Allegro Tranquillo (no. 1 from Summer Music) (Novello NOV 120560)
SCHUMANN No. 1: Zart und mit Ausdruck (from Fantasiestcke, op. 73)
(Henle HN 416)
Group B
VOICE
CHAUSSON Le colibri (IMC 1130/31)
ELGAR Is she not passing fair? (from New Imperial Edition of Tenor Songs)
(Boosey M051904303) 7
FAUR Ici-bas (IMC)
83
Piano Accompanying: Grade 7
VIOLIN
KREISLER Liebeslied (Schott BSS 29029)
CELLO
FAUR Berceuse, op. 16 (Hamelle HA 09060)
FLUTE
ARRIEU 1st movt (from Sonatine) (Amphion A126)
CLARINET
HOROVITZ 2nd movt (from Sonatina) (Novello NOV 120541)
SAINT-SANS 1st movt: Allegretto (from Sonata, op. 167) (Durand 1006300)
J S BACH Wir setzen uns mit Trnen nieder (from St Matthew Passion)
(from Piano Plus) (Trinity TCL 003034)
BIZET Entracte (no. 24: Allegro vivo from Carmen) (from Piano Plus)
(Trinity TCL 003034)
VARIOUS Any piece from Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 7 20182020
(Trinity TCL 016652)
TECHNICAL WORK
Candidates prepare all extracts set for Grade 7 technical development in the book Piano Plus 2
published by Trinity. The examiner chooses three extracts to be performed in the exam.
84
Piano Accompanying: Grade 7
SUPPORTING TESTS
Aural
Candidates answer questions based on a single
musical example played on the piano by the
examiner. See page 20 for more information.
The aural test requirements for Grade 7
are below.
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
85
Piano Accompanying: Grade 8
Maximum
marks
PIECE 1 22
PIECE 2 22
PIECE 3 22
TECHNICAL WORK 14
Extracts
SUPPORTING TEST 1 10
Sight reading
SUPPORTING TEST 2 10
TOTAL 100
86
Piano Accompanying: Grade 8
Group A
VOICE
ARMSTRONG GIBBS Five Eyes (available in G minor or Bb minor)
(Boosey M060030833 (G minor), M060030840 (Bb minor))
PURCELL Hark! The Echoing Air from The Fairy Queen (Novello NOV 952908)
VIOLIN
J S BACH 4th movt: Allegro (from Sonata no. 3 in E, BWV 1016)
(from Six Sonatas, BWV 10141019 vol. 1) (Brenreiter BA 5118)
SCHUBERT 1st movt (from Sonatina in D, op. 137 no. 1) (Stainer 35592)
CELLO
MENDELSSOHN Song Without Words, op. 109 (Stainer R2247)
SHOSTAKOVICH 2nd movt: Allegro (from Sonata in D minor, op. 40) (Peters EP 4748)
FLUTE
Piano Accompanying: Grade
J S BACH 1st movt: Allegro moderato (from Sonata no. 2 in Eb, BWV 1031)
(from Flute Sonatas vol. 1) (Peters EP 4461AA)
J S BACH 3rd movt: Presto (from Sonata no. 1 in B minor, BWV 1030)
(from Flute Sonatas vol. 1) (Peters EP 4461AA)
8
87
Piano Accompanying: Grade 8
CLARINET
GADE Fourth Fantasy Piece (Allegro molto vivace) (from Fantasy Pieces,
op. 43) (Hansen WH 03537)
POULENC 1st movt: Allegro con fuoco (from Sonata for Clarinet and Piano)
(Chester CH 70972)
Group B
VOICE
ELGAR The Shepherds Song (from Seven Lieder) (any reliable edition)
VIOLIN
DVORK 4th movt (from Sonatina in G, op. 100) (Peters EP 9363)
MENDELSSOHN 2nd movt (from Concerto in E minor, op. 64) (Peters EP 1731)
CELLO
RACHMANINOV Vocalise, op. 34 no. 14 (Boosey M060112027)
FLUTE
GAUBERT Madrigal (Enoch UNI 14224)
CLARINET
BRAHMS 3rd movt: Allegretto grazioso (from Sonata no. 1 in F minor)
(from Sonatas, op. 120) (Peters EP 3896W)
BRAHMS 3rd movt: Andante con moto (from Sonata no. 2 in Eb)
(from Sonatas, op. 120) [without Allegro section] (Peters EP 3896W)
SCHUMANN No. 2: Lebhaft, leicht (from Fantasiestcke, op. 73) (Henle HN 416)
88
Piano Accompanying: Grade 8
BEETHOVEN Ode to Joy (chorus from Symphony no. 9 in D minor (from Piano Plus)
(Trinity TCL 003034)
BRAHMS Wie lieblich sind deine Wohnungen (How lovely is thy dwelling place)
(from Ein deutsches Requiem) (from Piano Plus) (Trinity TCL 003034)
GERSHWIN Bess, you is my woman now (duet from Porgy and Bess)
(from Piano Plus) (Trinity TCL 003034)
VARIOUS Any piece from Piano Pieces & Exercises Grade 8 20182020
(Trinity TCL 016669)
TECHNICAL WORK
Candidates prepare all extracts set for Grade 8 technical development in the book Piano Plus 2
published by Trinity. The examiner chooses three extracts to be performed in the exam.
8
89
Piano Accompanying: Grade 8
SUPPORTING TESTS
Aural
Candidates answer questions based on a single
musical example played on the piano by the
examiner. See page 20 for more information.
The aural test requirements for Grade 8
are below.
Aural questions
Parameters Task Requirement
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