BOTTERILL SZYMANOWSKA KHACHATURIAN PIANO HANDEL SYLLABUS BARTÓK Piano & Piano Accompanying JOPLIN Qualification specifications for graded exams 2021–2023 NORTON HAYDN THUNTAWECH SUKONTAPATIPARK TCHAIKOVSKY GERSHWIN FARRENC J S BACH HUANG-HSU MIFSUD BÖHM ALWYN DUŠEK ILES TAN WHAT’S CHANGED? ◗ New performance pieces at all levels, offering candidates our widest ever choice of repertoire, with more pieces available in our books and alternative lists ◗ Choose from the new pieces, or continue to teach and play selected pieces from the 2018–2020 syllabus, which are included in the Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition ◗ New technical work exercises at all levels, specially composed to develop key areas of piano technique (NB candidates presenting the 2021–2023 syllabus must prepare the new 2021–2023 exercises) ◗ Updated musical knowledge parameters, providing increased detail for candidates and teachers (see pages 28–29) ◗ New graded exam books, available in two editions: Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition — 21 exam pieces: 12 in the printed book plus nine included as a downloadable ebook — Performance notes for all 21 pieces — New technical work exercises — Scales and arpeggios — Downloadable audio for all 21 pieces Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 — 12 exam pieces — Performance notes — New technical work exercises

DIGITAL ASSESSMENT: DIGITAL GRADES AND DIPLOMAS To provide even more choice and flexibility in howT rinity’s regulated qualifications can be achieved, digital assessment is available for all our classical, jazz and Rock & Pop graded exams, as well as for ATCL and LTCL music performance diplomas. This enables candidates to record their exam at a place and time of their choice and then submit the video recording via our online platform to be assessed by our expert examiners. The exams have the same academic rigour as our face-to-face exams, and candidates gain full recognition for their achievements, with the same certificate and UCAS points awarded as for the face-to-face exams. Find out more at trinitycollege.com/dgd

KEEP UP TO DATE Please check trinitycollege.com/piano to make sure you are using the latest version of the syllabus and for the latest information about our Piano exams.

OVERLAP ARRANGEMENTS This syllabus is valid from 1 January 2021. The 2018–2020 syllabus will remain valid until 31 December 2021, giving a one year overlap. During this time, candidates may present pieces and technical work from the 2018–2020 or the 2021–2023 syllabus, but not both. Selected pieces from the 2018–2020 syllabus have been retained as repertoire options in addition to the new 2021–2023 pieces but please note that candidates using the 2021–2023 syllabus must prepare the exercises listed in the 2021–2023 syllabus. Candidates should indicate which syllabus they are presenting on the appointment form handed to the examiner at the start of the exam. PIANO SYLLABUS Piano & Piano Accompanying Qualification specifications for graded exams 2021–2023

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3 / Welcome 4 / Introduction to Trinity’s graded music exams 9 / Learning outcomes and assessment criteria 11 / About the exam 15 / Exam guidance: Pieces 17 / Exam guidance: Technical work 18 / Exam guidance: Supporting tests 30 / Exam guidance: Marking 38 / Piano: Initial to Grade 5 39 / Piano: Initial 43 / Piano: Grade 1 47 / Piano: Grade 2 51 / Piano: Grade 3 55 / Piano: Grade 4 59 / Piano: Grade 5 63 / Piano: Grades 6–8 64 / Piano: Grade 6 68 / Piano: Grade 7 72 / Piano: Grade 8 76 / Piano Accompanying: Grades 5–8 78 / Piano Accompanying: Grade 5 81 / Piano Accompanying: Grade 6 84 / Piano Accompanying: Grade 7 87 / Piano Accompanying: Grade 8 90 / Policies 92 / Publishers 94 / Trinity publications 96 / Piano resources

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 via our website and in subsequent imprints.

2 Welcome Welcome

Welcome to Trinity College London’s Piano syllabus, containing details of graded exams from Initial to Grade 8. It offers the choice and flexibility to allow pianists to perform to their strengths, offering an even wider range of repertoire to choose from.

Extensive repertoire Choose from our largest repertoire lists to date, which include 35 pieces per grade, a range

of international composers and a selection of popular pieces from the 2018–2020 syllabus. Welcome

Re-imagined books There are now a minimum of 12 pieces in your graded exam book, with 21 pieces in the Extended Edition — nine in an additional ebook. Both editions include detailed performance notes, while the Extended Edition also includes scales, arpeggios and downloadable audio. 

Young Composers’ Competition Aspiring composers can take inspiration from the inclusion of one new piece per grade written by the winners of our Young Composers’ Competition.

Flexible syllabus Personalise your exam — you can choose to perform your own original composition, a duet at Initial to Grade 3 and a selection of supporting tests.

Online support A range of free, online support resources, produced with professional musicians and educators, help develop your performance skills and musical knowledge.

We hope you enjoy exploring the music on offer in this syllabus and we wish you every success in your exams and in your wider music-making.

ABOUT TRINITY COLLEGE LONDON Trinity College London is a leading international exam board and independent education charity that has been providing assessments around the world since 1877. We specialise in the assessment of communicative and performance skills covering music, drama, combined arts and English language. With over 850,000 candidates a year in more than 60 countries worldwide, Trinity qualifications are specifically designed to help students progress. Our aim is to inspire teachers and learners through the creation of assessments that are enjoyable to prepare for, rewarding to teach and that develop the skills needed in real life. At the heart of Trinity’s work is the belief that effective communicative and performance skills are life enhancing, know no boundaries and should be within reach of us all. We exist to promote and foster the best possible communicative and performance skills through assessment, content and training that is innovative, personal and authentic.

3 Introduction to Trinity’s graded music exams Introduction to Trinity’s graded music exams

OBJECTIVE OF THE QUALIFICATIONS TRINITY’S YOUNG COMPOSERS’ COMPETITION Trinity’s graded music exams provide a structured yet flexible framework for progress, Trinity’s Young Composers’ Competition ran which enables learners to demonstrate their own during 2019 and was open to composers aged musical personality and promotes enjoyment 30 or under. One winner was selected for each in music performance. grade, and the pieces are clearly marked in the repertoire lists. See trinitycollege.com/YCC The exams assess performance, technical for more information. ability and responses to set musical tests through face-to-face practical assessment. They offer learners of any age the opportunity REPERTOIRE to measure their development as performers Trinity will make every effort to ensure that against a series of internationally understood the pieces listed for each grade remain valid benchmarks, taking them from beginner for the life of this syllabus, including any level to the point where they can progress overlap period. However, we reserve the right to higher education in music, or enter for to change or add pieces during the life of Trinity’s performance diplomas. the syllabus. For the latest information go to trinitycollege.com/piano WHO THE QUALIFICATIONS ARE FOR Trinity’s graded music exams are open to all ASSESSMENT AND MARKING learners, with no age restrictions or other Trinity’s graded music exams are assessed by limitations. There is no requirement to have external examiners trained and moderated passed lower grades, theory exams or other by Trinity. Examiners provide marks and qualifications, although the grades represent comments for each component of the exam a system of progressive mastery and the using the assessment criteria on pages 32–37. outcomes for each level assume confidence in the requirements of previous grades. The exams are marked out of 100. Candidates’ results correspond to different attainment Repertoire selection and other exam content levels as follows: is designed to appeal to learners of all ages and backgrounds, reflecting the diversity Mark Attainment level of candidates. 87–100 DISTINCTION Trinity is committed to making its exams accessible to all, and each candidate is 75–86 MERIT treated individually when considering how 60–74 PASS assessments can be adapted for those with special needs. Find out more at 45–59 BELOW PASS 1 trinitycollege.com/music-csn 0–44 BELOW PASS 2

See pages 30–37 for further information about how the exams are marked.

4 Introduction to Trinity’s graded music exams Introduction to Trinity’s graded music exams

DURATION OF STUDY (TOTAL QUALIFICATION TIME) All regulated qualifications are assigned a total qualification time. This should be used as guidance only. Total qualification time is an estimate of the average time a candidate spends with a teacher (guided learning hours) added to the average time spent learning independently. It is recognised that the amount of time needed to commit to a qualification will be dependent on each individual’s level of experience.

Guided learning hours Independent learning Total qualification time (GLH) hours (ILH) (TQT) (hours) Initial 8 32 40

Grade 1 12 48 60

Grade 2 18 72 90

Grade 3 18 102 120

Grade 4 24 126 150  Grade 5 24 156 180

Grade 6 36 184 220

Grade 7 48 222 270

Grade 8 54 266 320

RECOGNITION AND UCAS POINTS WHERE THE QUALIFICATIONS COULD LEAD Trinity College London is an international exam board regulated by Ofqual (Office of While for some learners graded music exams Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) represent a personal goal or objective, they can in England, CCEA Regulation in Northern also be used as a progression route towards: Ireland and by Qualifications Wales. Various ◗ Diplomas in performing and teaching arrangements are in place with governmental offered by Trinity or by other awarding education authorities worldwide. organisations In the UK, Grades 6–8 are eligible for UCAS ◗ Music courses at conservatoires and (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) universities, for which Grade 8 is often points for those applying to colleges and specified as an entry requirement universities, as follows: ◗ Employment opportunities in music Grade 6 and the creative arts UCAS POINTS PASS 8 | MERIT 10 | DISTINCTION 12 Grade 7 UCAS POINTS PASS 12 | MERIT 14 | DISTINCTION 16 Grade 8 UCAS POINTS PASS 18 | MERIT 24 | DISTINCTION 30

5 Introduction to Trinity’s graded music exams

HOW TO ENTER FOR AN EXAM OTHER QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED BY TRINITY Exams can be taken at Trinity’s public exam centres, which are available After Grade 8 or the Advanced Certificate throughout the world. Details are available classical music exams, candidates can progress at trinitycollege.com/worldwide, and to diplomas at Associate (ATCL), Licentiate candidates should contact their local (LTCL) and Fellowship (FTCL) levels. These Trinity representative for more information. assess higher skills in performance, teaching and theory. Find out more at trinitycollege.com/ Alternatively, in the UK, schools and private music-diplomas teachers with sufficient candidates may apply for an exam visit. Details are available at Adults who work as music educators may also trinitycollege.com/exam-visit wish to consider Trinity’s Level 4 Certificate for Music Educators (Trinity CME). Find out more at trinitycollege.com/CME TRINITY QUALIFICATIONS THAT COMPLEMENT THE PIANO QUALIFICATIONS We also offer: Trinity’s music qualifications offer flexible ◗ Graded, certificate and diploma progression routes from beginner to qualifications in drama subjects advanced levels in a range of musical styles. ◗ English language qualifications All are designed to help candidates develop as musicians according to their individual ◗ Teaching English qualifications needs as learners. ◗ Arts Award (only available in certain Graded music exams assess a broad range countries) of musicianship skills, including performance, Specifications for all these qualifications while certificate exams focus entirely on can be downloaded from trinitycollege.com performance, including separate marks for presentation skills. Find more information about certificate exams at trinitycollege.com/ music-certificates Trinity’s graded Rock & Pop exams are available for bass, drums, guitar, keyboards and vocals. Find out more at trinityrock.com Candidates can enter any combination of graded or certificate exams, and do not need to pass any particular level in order to proceed to a higher level. Theory exams are available from Grade 1 to support learners to develop their understanding of the technical language of music. However, no theory qualifications or other prerequisites are required to enter graded or certificate exams at any level. Find more information about theory exams at trinitycollege.com/theory

6 Introduction to Trinity’s graded music exams Introduction to Trinity’s graded music exams

REGULATED LEVELS OF TRINITY’S MUSIC QUALIFICATIONS

RQF* EQF** Classical Rock Theory Solo Group Level Level & Jazz & Pop & Written Certificates† Certificates†

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

 Grade 7 Grade 7 Grade 7 4 3 Grade 6 Grade 6 Grade 6 Grade 5 Grade 5 Grade 5 Intermediate Intermediate 2 3 Grade 4 Grade 4 Grade 4 Grade 3 Grade 3 Grade 3 Foundation Foundation 1 2 Grade 2 Grade 2 Grade 2 Grade 1 Grade 1 Grade 1

Entry 1 Initial Initial Level 3

* Regulated Qualifications Framework ** European Qualifications Framework † Not RQF or EQF regulated

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REGULATED TITLES AND QUALIFICATION NUMBERS FOR GRADED MUSIC EXAMS

Qualification Regulated title number

Initial TCL Entry Level Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Entry 3) (Initial) 601/0812/5

Grade 1 TCL Level 1 Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Grade 1) 501/2042/6

Grade 2 TCL Level 1 Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Grade 2) 501/2041/4

Grade 3 TCL Level 1 Award in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Grade 3) 501/2043/8

Grade 4 TCL Level 2 Certificate in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Grade 4) 501/2044/X

Grade 5 TCL Level 2 Certificate in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Grade 5) 501/2045/1

Grade 6 TCL Level 3 Certificate in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Grade 6) 501/2097/9

Grade 7 TCL Level 3 Certificate in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Grade 7) 501/2098/0

Grade 8 TCL Level 3 Certificate in Graded Examination in Music Performance (Grade 8) 501/2099/2

8 Learning outcomes and assessment criteria Learning outcomes Learning outcomes and assessment criteria and assessment criteria

INITIAL TO GRADE 3 (Initial = RQF Entry Level 3, Grades 1–3 = RQF Level 1)

LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

The learner will: The learner can: Piano & Accompanying

1. 1.1 Apply skills, knowledge and understanding to Perform music in a present performances that demonstrate careful variety of styles set preparation, musical awareness and the beginning for the grade of thoughtful interpretation 1.2 Perform with general security of pitch and rhythm,

 and with attention given to dynamics and articulation 1.3 Maintain a reasonable sense of continuity in performance and convey the mood of music in a variety of styles

2. 2.1 Demonstrate familiarity with the fundamentals Demonstrate technical of instrumental command ability on an instrument 2.2 Demonstrate technical control and facility within through responding to set tasks set technical demands

3. 3.1 Recognise and respond to simple elements of Respond to set music in a practical context musicianship tests 3.2 Demonstrate basic aural and musical awareness

9 Learning outcomes and assessment criteria

GRADES 4–5 (RQF Level 2)

LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT CRITERIA The learner will: The learner can:

1. 1.1 Support their intentions in musical performance Perform music in a 1.2 Demonstrate an understanding of music that allows variety of styles set a degree of personal interpretation in performance for the grade 1.3 Perform with general accuracy, technical fluency and musical awareness to convey musical character in a variety of styles

2. 2.1 Demonstrate a developing instrumental command Demonstrate technical 2.2 Demonstrate technical control and facility within ability on an instrument set tasks through responding to set technical demands

3. 3.1 Recognise and respond to elements of music Respond to set in a practical context musicianship tests 3.2 Demonstrate aural and musical awareness

GRADES 6–8 (RQF Level 3)

LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT CRITERIA The learner will: The learner can:

1. 1.1 Integrate their musical skills, knowledge and Perform music in a understanding in performance variety of styles set 1.2 Present secure and sustained performances that for the grade demonstrate some stylistic interpretation 1.3 Perform with general accuracy, technical fluency and musical awareness to communicate musically in a variety of styles

2. 2.1 Demonstrate instrumental command Demonstrate technical 2.2 Demonstrate technical control across the ability on an instrument full compass of the instrument within set tasks through responding to set technical demands

3. 3.1 Recognise and respond to musical features Respond to set in a practical context musicianship tests 3.2 Demonstrate musical and stylistic awareness

10 About the exam About the exam

Each exam has three sections: pieces, technical work and supporting tests. There are slightly different requirements depending on the level of the exam.

PIECES TECHNICAL WORK SUPPORTING TESTS Three pieces, each Scales & arpeggios A combination of two tests worth 22 marks and exercises from sight reading, aural, improvisation and musical knowledge, depending on the grade and candidate choice About the exam

PIECES

 MARKS 66

TECHNICAL WORK 14 MARKS

SUPPORTING TESTS 20 MARKS

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EXAM STRUCTURE AND MARK SCHEME: PIANO

Initial–Grade 5 Maximum Grades 6–8 Maximum marks marks

PIECE 1 22 PIECE 1 22

PIECE 2 22 PIECE 2 22

PIECE 3 22 PIECE 3 22

TECHNICAL WORK 14 TECHNICAL WORK 14

◗ Scales & arpeggios ◗ Scales & arpeggios ◗ Exercises ◗ Exercises

SUPPORTING TESTS 20 SUPPORTING TEST 1 10

Any TWO of the following: ◗ Sight reading ◗ Sight reading ◗ Aural ◗ Improvisation SUPPORTING TEST 2 10 ◗ Musical knowledge ONE of the following:

◗ Aural ◗ Improvisation

TOTAL 100 TOTAL 100

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EXAM STRUCTURE AND MARK SCHEME: PIANO ACCOMPANYING

Grade 5 Maximum Grades 6–8 Maximum marks marks

PIECE 1 22 PIECE 1 22

PIECE 2 22 PIECE 2 22

PIECE 3 22 PIECE 3 22 About the exam

TECHNICAL WORK 14 TECHNICAL WORK 14

◗ Extracts ◗ Extracts 

SUPPORTING TESTS 20 SUPPORTING TEST 1 10

Any TWO of the following: ◗ Sight reading ◗ Sight reading ◗ Aural ◗ Improvisation SUPPORTING TEST 2 10 ◗ Musical knowledge ONE of the following:

◗ Aural ◗ Improvisation

TOTAL 100 TOTAL 100

13 About the exam

ORDER OF THE EXAM Candidates can choose the order of the sections of their exam, and should indicate their preferred order on their appointment form. This should be given to the examiner at the start of the exam. If a duet is chosen, this must be performed first in the pieces section of the exam.

EXAM DURATIONS Exams are designed to include sufficient time for setting up and presenting all components, and overall durations are as follows:

Initial Grade 1 Grade 2 10 mins 11 mins 11 mins

Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 12 mins 16 mins 16 mins

Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 22 mins 22 mins 27 mins

14 Exam guidance: Pieces Exam guidance: Pieces

◗ Candidates are encouraged to use appropriate ornamentation, particularly at Grades 6–8. Ornamentation in Trinity’s exam publications is given as a guide. However, any appropriate stylistic PIECES interpretation will be accepted. 66 MARKS ◗ Metronome marks are given as a guide but do not need to be observed exactly, as long as the style and character of the piece is maintained. ◗ Candidates may perform any or all of their pieces from memory if they wish. However, this is not compulsory and no additional Exam guidance: Pieces CHOOSING PIECES marks are given for this. ◗ Candidates play three pieces in their exam, chosen as follows: GROUPS — Initial–Grade 3: Candidates choose three ◗ At Grades 6–8, pieces are divided into two pieces from a single list. One of these may groups: group A and group B. be a duet. Candidates may perform an ◗ To help candidates compile a balanced and own composition in place of one of the varied programme, at least one piece must listed pieces (see page 16). be chosen from each group. — Grades 4–5: Candidates choose three ◗ Group A pieces focus on technique — pieces from a single list. They may

 for example finger dexterity, or hand perform an own composition in place co-ordination and independence (including of one of the listed pieces (see page 16). elements of counterpoint) — across a range — Grades 6–8: Pieces are divided into two of styles and periods. groups, group A and group B. Candidates ◗ Group B pieces are typically more overtly choose at least one piece from each expressive, often requiring a greater degree group. The third piece may be chosen from of colour and imaginative content. Tonal either group or may be the candidate’s nuance and balance become significant own composition (see page 16). features in handling the various challenges of the pieces. PERFORMANCE AND INTERPRETATION DUETS ◗ Candidates should prepare all pieces in full unless stated otherwise in this syllabus. ◗ Candidates at Initial to Grade 3 may include a maximum of one duet in their programme. ◗ Candidates should observe repeats of a few bars, but longer repeats should not be played ◗ The duet part (lower part) must be performed unless stated otherwise in this syllabus. in the exam by a teacher, another adult or student, and may not be pre-recorded. ◗ All da capo and dal segno instructions should be observed. ◗ Duets may not be performed as solo pieces, and performances without the duet part ◗ Candidates are not required to play cadenzas will have marks deducted or be given unless stated otherwise in this syllabus. no marks. ◗ All tempo and performance markings should ◗ If a duet is chosen, this must be performed be observed (eg allegro, rall., cresc.). first in the pieces section of the exam. 15 Exam guidance: Pieces

PAGE TURNS ◗ Where music has been downloaded, candidates must bring proof of purchase or ◗ Examiners are not able to act as page turners. details of the website where it was accessed ◗ Difficult page turns may be overcome by for the examiner’s reference. photocopying the relevant pages. ◗ A page turner may assist at Grades 6–8, OWN COMPOSITION but must only remain in the exam room ◗ Candidates can choose to perform an when required. own composition as one of their pieces. Own compositions are assessed in the same way MUSIC AND COPIES as the listed repertoire. Marks are not awarded for the quality of the composition. ◗ Candidates should obtain the music for their exam in good time before entering for the ◗ Own compositions must be comparable exam, and they must bring it with them on in technical and musical demand to the the day of the exam. pieces listed for the same grade. Examples of optional compositional techniques that ◗ We publish selected pieces in our graded exam books. Recommended editions for may be used at each level are listed in each other pieces are listed in this syllabus, but grade section of this syllabus, and candidates candidates may perform from any reliable can use the sample openings available at edition which has not been shortened or trinitycollege.com/piano-resources otherwise simplified. Editions containing ◗ A typeset or handwritten copy of the inauthentic performance directions are composition must be given to the examiner not acceptable. If a particular edition must at the beginning of the exam. At Initial to be used, this is indicated in the syllabus. Grade 5, own compositions may be notated Product codes for publications are included in any easily readable form, including graphic where available. score or lead-sheet. At Grades 6–8 they must be notated on a stave. Marks will be deducted ◗ We take copyright infringement seriously and require candidates to ensure their music if notation is incomplete or inaccurate, or if comes from a legitimate source. Guidelines the performance varies significantly from are available in the UK Music Publishers the notation. Association’s Code of Fair Practice, available ◗ Own compositions should be candidates’ at mpaonline.org.uk. Candidates must own unaided work, although teachers may comply with copyright and other intellectual offer guidance as necessary. property laws in the country where the exam is taking place. OBTAINING MUSIC FOR THE EXAM ◗ In accordance with the MPA’s Code of Fair ◗ All publications listed in this syllabus can be Practice, candidates must produce original ordered at trinitycollege.com/shop or your copies of all pieces to be performed in the local music shop. exam, even if pieces have been memorised, handwritten or typeset. Pieces where no ◗ Trinity publishes graded exam books for original copy has been provided might be piano, as well as scales & arpeggios, sight awarded no marks. reading and aural tests. See pages 94–95 for more information. ◗ If candidates are performing pieces not contained in Trinity publications, they will ◗ Details of the publishers listed in this syllabus need to provide a copy as a reference for can be found on pages 92–93. the examiner (which may be a photocopy). ◗ Trinity cannot guarantee that music will Photocopies will be kept by the examiner always be in stock with local suppliers. and destroyed after the exam. Examiners Candidates and teachers should always check will have a copy of the repertoire contained with the publisher before it is assumed that in Trinity publications. any item has gone out of print. 16 Exam guidance: Technical work Exam guidance: Technical work

◗ Full details of scale patterns are given in the two volumes of Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015 and in Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition.

TECHNICAL WORK ◗ The fingering in the scale books is advisory but not compulsory; any logical and effective 14 MARKS fingering pattern giving a smooth legato is acceptable.

EXERCISES

◗ Exercises are specially composed short Exam guidance: Technical work pieces designed to develop and demonstrate This section of the exam supports the three key areas of technique in performance: development of technical skills by assessing — Tone, balance and voicing candidates’ performance in a range of technical work requirements. These promote — Co-ordination agility, harmonic and melodic awareness and — Finger & wrist strength and flexibility underpin musical style. ◗ Candidates should prepare three exercises Candidates perform scales, arpeggios from the list for the grade, two of which are and exercises, giving a balanced suite of played in the exam. One is chosen by the technical tasks to develop musical ability candidate and one by the examiner. and technical skill. ◗ Exercises may be played either from memory or using the music. SCALES & ARPEGGIOS ◗ Exercises are included in the Trinity graded

 .As a pianist, learning scales and arpeggios exam books for the grade ◗ is an important part of developing technical focus, strength and agility, and harmonic and Further information about specific technical melodic skills. work requirements for each grade is given in the relevant sections of this syllabus. ◗ Candidates prepare the scales and arpeggios set for the grade, and play a selection as requested by the examiner. ◗ All similar motion scales and arpeggios must be performed ascending then descending, with the right hand playing one octave above the left hand. ◗ All scales and arpeggios must be performed from memory. ◗ A minimum pace is indicated, increasing gradually grade by grade. Rhythmic patterns are all even quavers in pairs or fours (except for Grade 1, which requires triplet broken chords).

17 Exam guidance: Supporting tests Exam guidance: Supporting tests

SIGHT READING This test assesses candidates’ ability to perform a previously unseen musical extract at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken. Our sight reading pieces are SUPPORTING designed to be musically intuitive and natural, TESTS preparing candidates for performance contexts. 20 MARKS Candidates are given 30 seconds to study the test before performing it, during which time they may practise any or all of it aloud. Examiners do not mark this preparation period. Examples of sight reading tests may be found This section of the exam supports the in Trinity’s Sight Reading Piano and Sound at development of broader musical skills Sight series, available from trinitycollege.com/ by assessing candidates in two different shop or from your local music shop. supporting tests. Technical expectations for the tests are given At Initial to Grade 5, candidates choose in the table on page 19. Lists are cumulative, two supporting tests from four options: meaning that tests may also include ◗ Sight reading requirements from lower grades. ◗ Aural ◗ Improvisation ◗ Musical knowledge At Grades 6–8, all candidates are assessed in sight reading, and choose either aural or improvisation for their second supporting test. 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 higher grades.

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PARAMETERS FOR SIGHT READING TESTS

Time Note and Dynamics Keys* signatures* rest values* and tempi* Articulation*

simple Initial C major 2 p, f, q, h and W moderato phrasing

G major, Grade 1 A minor (white 4 w and H mf notes only)

A minor Grade 2 and ties allegretto (including G#) 3 d

, Grade 3 D minor and mp slurs É Œ andante Exam guidance: Supporting tests

Grade 4 D major, E minor jand E staccato, accents

F, B b, Eb and A major, B and G minor rit., rall., (majors modulate a tempo, simple Grade 5 to dominant only, 6 Œ., sand i pause, pedalling minors to dominant accel. or relative major only)

F# and C minor (majors modulate pedalling

 to dominant or required but Grade 6 relative minor only, not always minors to dominant marked or relative major only)

E and Ab major any common pedalling Grade 7 (modulations 9 terms essential to any related key)

dim. and cresc. 2 (as text), B and Db major, 2 and , G# and Bb minor and duplets and ff pp Grade 8 changing change in tenuto (incl. double triplets time terms, different sharps and flats) signatures dynamics for RH and LH

* Cumulative — tests may also include requirements from previous grade(s) 19 Exam guidance: Supporting tests

AURAL Stylistic stimulus This test supports the development of This option requires candidates to candidates’ abilities in musical perception and improvise over a notated piano part understanding by requiring them to recognise played by the examiner. musical features by ear (for example metre and ◗ Candidates are given a stimulus which pulse, pitch, performance characteristics). includes the notated piano part and chord All questions are based on a single musical symbols. The stimulus begins with a two-bar example played at the piano by the examiner. introduction played by the examiner alone, At most grades, candidates are asked to followed by a further section over which describe various features of the music such candidates must improvise for a specified as dynamics, articulation, texture and style. number of repeats. Candidates are not required to sing. ◗ The examiner plays the stimulus twice Practice tests can be found in Trinity’s for candidates’ reference, without repeats. Aural Tests from 2017 books, available from ◗ Candidates are then given 30 seconds’ trinitycollege.com/shop or from your local preparation time, during which they may music shop. prepare for their improvisation aloud. ◗ The test then follows. The examiner plays IMPROVISATION the stimulus again, and candidates join in after Improvisation can develop creative musicianship the introduction, improvising for the specified skills that unlock a variety of musical styles number of repeats. Candidates should aim and technical abilities. Our tests are designed to improvise in a way that complements the to introduce teachers and candidates to musical style of the stimulus. improvisation gradually, creatively and with ◗ Candidates perform the test at the same a range of supporting resources. piano as the examiner, at a higher register. This test assesses candidates’ ability to improvise fluently, coherently and creatively Motivic stimulus in response to a musical stimulus. Candidates This option requires candidates to improvise choose a stimulus from the following three solo in response to a short melodic fragment. options, indicating their choice of stimulus ◗ Candidates are given a notated melodic on the appointment form: fragment, which the examiner plays twice ◗ Stylistic on the piano for candidates’ reference. ◗ Motivic ◗ Candidates are then given 30 seconds’ preparation time, during which they may ◗ Harmonic prepare for their improvisation aloud. At all levels, responses must use both hands. ◗ The test then follows. Candidates should Further guidance and example tests are aim to improvise within the specified available at trinitycollege.com/supporting-tests duration range and may begin by quoting the stimulus directly, developing their improvisation from there. However, they are not required to quote the stimulus directly, and may instead develop their improvisation from ideas taken from the stimulus such as a small group of notes or an interval. Responses must use the given time signature.

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Harmonic stimulus This option requires candidates to improvise solo in response to a chord sequence.

◗ Candidates are given a notated chord sequence, including chord symbols, which the examiner plays twice on the piano for candidates’ reference. ◗ Candidates are then given 30 seconds’ preparation time, during which they may prepare for their improvisation aloud. ◗ The test then follows. Candidates should improvise for the specified number of repeats, following the chord sequence. Responses should contain melodic/rhythmic interest.

Parameters

Technical expectations for the tests are given Exam guidance: Supporting tests in tables on the following pages. Lists are cumulative, meaning that tests may also include requirements from lower grades. 

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Stylistic stimulus

Initial Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8

Length of 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars introduction

Length of improvised 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 8 bars 8 bars 8 bars section

Number of times improvised 1 2 2 2 3 3 2 2 2 section is played

Total to 4 bars 8 bars 8 bars 8 bars 12 bars 12 bars 16 bars 16 bars 16 bars improvise

5 Time signatures* 4 3 2 6 1 9 4

D, Bb major Keys* C major F, G major A minor G, B minor A, Eb major F#, C minor E, Ab major C#, F minor D, E minor

Number of 1 1 1 1 1 up to 2 up to 2 up to 2 up to 2 chords per bar

I, ii, IV, V, vi I, ii, iii, IV, V, vi all chords I, IV, V I, ii, IV, V I, ii, IV, V I, ii, IV, V, vi Chords I, V I, V i, iib5, iv, V, VI i, iib5, III, iv, V, VI 7ths, 9ths i, iv, V i, iib5, iv, V i, iib5, iv, V i, iib5, iv, V, VI 7ths 7ths suspensions

Styles and march, fanfare, tango, waltz, adagio, grazioso, agitato, gigue, impressionistic, speeds* lullaby moderato andante allegretto allegro vivace nocturne grave irregular dance

22 * Cumulative — tests may also include requirements from previous grade(s) Exam guidance: Supporting tests

Initial Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8

Length of 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars introduction

Length of improvised 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 8 bars 8 bars 8 bars section

Number of times improvised 1 2 2 2 3 3 2 2 2 Exam guidance: Supporting tests section is played

Total to 4 bars 8 bars 8 bars 8 bars 12 bars 12 bars 16 bars 16 bars 16 bars improvise

5 Time signatures* 4 3 2 6 1 9 4

D, Bb major Keys* C major F, G major A minor G, B minor A, Eb major F#, C minor E, Ab major C#, F minor D, E minor 

Number of 1 1 1 1 1 up to 2 up to 2 up to 2 up to 2 chords per bar

I, ii, IV, V, vi I, ii, iii, IV, V, vi all chords I, IV, V I, ii, IV, V I, ii, IV, V I, ii, IV, V, vi Chords I, V I, V i, iib5, iv, V, VI i, iib5, III, iv, V, VI 7ths, 9ths i, iv, V i, iib5, iv, V i, iib5, iv, V i, iib5, iv, V, VI 7ths 7ths suspensions

Styles and march, fanfare, tango, waltz, adagio, grazioso, agitato, gigue, impressionistic, speeds* lullaby moderato andante allegretto allegro vivace nocturne grave irregular dance

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Motivic stimulus

Initial Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8

Length of 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 1 bar 1 bar 1 bar stimulus

Length of 4–6 bars 4–8 bars 6–8 bars 6–8 bars 8–12 bars 8–12 bars 12–16 bars 12–16 bars 12–16 bars response

Time 5 signatures* 4 3 2 6 1 9 4

Rhythmic minims, triplets, quavers dotted notes ties syncopation semiquavers features* crotchets duplets

Articulation* staccato accents slurs acciaccaturas sfz

up to minor 6th, augmented 4th, minor 7th, all up to Intervals* major 3rd perfect 4th perfect 5th octave minor 3rd major 6th diminished 5th major 7th major 10th

D, Bb major Keys* C major F, G major A minor G, B minor A, Eb major F#, C minor E, Ab major C#, F minor D, E minor

24 * Cumulative — tests may also include requirements from previous grade(s) Exam guidance: Supporting tests

Initial Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8

Length of 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 2 bars 1 bar 1 bar 1 bar stimulus

Length of 4–6 bars 4–8 bars 6–8 bars 6–8 bars 8–12 bars 8–12 bars 12–16 bars 12–16 bars 12–16 bars response Exam guidance: Supporting tests Time 5 signatures* 4 3 2 6 1 9 4

Rhythmic minims, triplets, quavers dotted notes ties syncopation semiquavers features* crotchets duplets

Articulation* staccato accents slurs acciaccaturas sfz  up to minor 6th, augmented 4th, minor 7th, all up to Intervals* major 3rd perfect 4th perfect 5th octave minor 3rd major 6th diminished 5th major 7th major 10th

D, Bb major Keys* C major F, G major A minor G, B minor A, Eb major F#, C minor E, Ab major C#, F minor D, E minor

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Harmonic stimulus

Initial Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8

Length of 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 8 bars 8 bars 8 bars chord sequence

Number of times chord 1 2 2 2 3 3 2 2 2 sequence is played

Total to 4 bars 8 bars 8 bars 8 bars 12 bars 12 bars 16 bars 16 bars 16 bars improvise

Number of 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 chords per bar

I, ii, IV, V I, ii, iii, IV, V, vi all chords b5 b5 Chords I, V I, V I, IV, V I, ii, IV, V i, iv, V i, iv, V, VI i, ii , iv, V i, ii , III, iv, V, VI 7ths, 9ths 7ths 7ths suspensions

C, F, G, Bb, D, Eb, A major Keys C major C, F, G major A, D, E, G, B minor A, D, E, G, B, C, F# minor

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Initial Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8

Length of 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 4 bars 8 bars 8 bars 8 bars chord sequence

Number of times chord 1 2 2 2 3 3 2 2 2 sequence is played Exam guidance: Supporting tests Total to 4 bars 8 bars 8 bars 8 bars 12 bars 12 bars 16 bars 16 bars 16 bars improvise

Number of 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 chords per bar

I, ii, IV, V I, ii, iii, IV, V, vi all chords b5 b5 Chords I, V I, V I, IV, V I, ii, IV, V i, iv, V i, iv, V, VI i, ii , iv, V i, ii , III, iv, V, VI 7ths, 9ths 7ths 7ths suspensions  C, F, G, Bb, D, Eb, A major Keys C major C, F, G major A, D, E, G, B minor A, D, E, G, B, C, F# minor

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MUSICAL KNOWLEDGE be free of annotations which might aid their (Initial to Grade 5 only) responses. Examiners usually point to the relevant part of the score when asking This test encourages learners to understand questions. Candidates can use American terms the wider musical context of the pieces they (eighth note, half note, etc) as an alternative play, and assesses their knowledge of notation. to English terms (quaver, minim, etc). Examiners ask carefully graded questions based on candidates’ chosen pieces. Further guidance is available at trinitycollege.com/supporting-tests In the exam, candidates choose which piece they would like to be asked about first. Examiners The following table gives example questions then choose a second piece for the remaining and responses. questions. Candidates’ musical scores should

Parameters* Sample question Sample response

What is the letter name of a. Pitch (letter) names G this note?

How many beats are in b. Note durations Two this note?

Initial c. Clefs, staves, barlines What is this sign called? A treble clef

d. Identify key/time What is this called? A time signature signatures

e. Explain basic musical What is this called? A pause mark terms and signs

What is the name of this a. Note values A quaver note value?

b. Explain key/time Four crotchet beats in What does mean? Grade 1 signatures 4 a bar c. Notes on ledger lines What is the letter name of B flat (up to 2 ledger lines) this note?

d. Explain musical terms What is the meaning Go back to the start and signs of da capo?

28 * Cumulative — tests may also include requirements from previous grade(s) Exam guidance: Supporting tests

a. Intervals What is the interval (numerical only) A 3rd between these two notes? (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th)

72 crotchet beats b. Metronome marks Explain the sign = 72 q per minute Grade 2 c. Grace notes and What does this sign above A mordent ornaments the note mean?

d. Notes on ledger lines What is the letter name of F sharp (up to 3 ledger lines) this note?

a. Intervals What is the interval (numerical only) A 6th between these two notes? (2nd to 7th)

This piece starts in F major. Exam guidance: Supporting tests Grade 3 b. Relative major/minor What is the relative minor D minor of this key?

c. Scale/arpeggio/ What pattern of notes do A scale broken chord patterns you see here?

a. Modulation to closely related keys This piece starts in G major. (relative major/ To which key has it D major or dominant minor, subdominant, modulated here? dominant)

This piece starts in F major. Grade 4 b. Tonic/dominant triads Name the notes of the C, E, G dominant triad.

c. Intervals (full names)  What is the full name (any major, minor or of the interval between Perfect 5th perfect interval within these two notes? an octave)

Candidate identifies the period, and describes a. Musical period Comment on the period the stylistic features of and style and style of this piece. the piece which reflect the period

Candidate indicates Grade 5 Describe the form of this the form of the piece b. Musical structures piece and show me the and identifies relevant relevant sections. sections

This piece starts in D major. c. Subdominant triads Name the notes of the G, B, D subdominant triad.

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HOW THE EXAM IS MARKED HOW THE PIECES ARE MARKED Examiners give comments and marks for each Each piece is awarded three separate marks section of the exam, up to the maximums listed corresponding to three specific musical in the tables on pages 12–13. It is not necessary components, allowing candidates to receive to pass all sections or any particular section precise feedback about specific aspects of in order to achieve a pass overall. The total their performance. These marks combine mark for the exam corresponds to different to give an overall mark for the piece. attainment levels as follows: The three components are:

Total mark Attainment level Fluency & accuracy 87–100 DISTINCTION The ability to perform fluently, with a stable pulse and with an accurate realisation of 75–86 MERIT the notation.

60–74 PASS Technical facility The ability to control the instrument 45–59 BELOW PASS 1 effectively, covering the various technical demands of the music. 0–44 BELOW PASS 2 Communication & interpretation The interpretation of the music and the way the performance conveys a sense of stylistic understanding and audience engagement. Marks are awarded for these components to form a maximum total mark for each piece as follows:

Max. mark for each piece Component

7 FLUENCY & ACCURACY

7 TECHNICAL FACILITY

COMMUNICATION & 8 INTERPRETATION

TOTAL MARK FOR 22 EACH PIECE

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The total marks awarded for each piece correspond to the attainment levels as follows:

Total mark for each piece Attainment level

19–22 DISTINCTION

16–18 MERIT

13–15 PASS

10–12 BELOW PASS 1

3–9 BELOW PASS 2 Exam guidance: Marking 

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HOW THE PIECES ARE MARKED

Examiners use the criteria below to decide on the mark.

7 MARKS 6 MARKS 5 MARKS 4 MARKS 3 MARKS 1–2 MARKS

Fluency An excellent sense A very good sense A good sense of A generally reliable sense Only a limited sense of Little or no sense of fluency & accuracy of fluency with of fluency with only fluency though of fluency though with fluency with a lack of — control of pulse and secure control of momentary insecurities with occasional some inconsistencies and basic control of pulse rhythm not established. pulse and rhythm. in control of pulse inconsistencies in stumbles in the control of and rhythm. Accuracy in notes very and rhythm. control of pulse pulse and rhythm. A very high degree Accuracy in notes limited with many errors and rhythm. of accuracy in notes. A high degree of A reasonable degree of sporadic with errors of substance. accuracy in notes — A good degree of accuracy in notes despite becoming intrusive. slips not significant. accuracy in notes a number of errors. despite some slips.

7 MARKS 6 MARKS 5 MARKS 4 MARKS 3 MARKS 1–2 MARKS

Technical The various technical The various technical The various technical The various technical The technical demands of Many or all of the facility demands of the music demands of the music demands of the demands of the music the music often not managed. technical demands fulfilled to a very fulfilled with only music fulfilled for generally managed despite of the music The performance lacked a high degree. momentary insecurities. the most part. some inconsistencies. not managed. basic level of tone control. An excellent level A very good level of A good level of tone A basic level of tone control Significant flaws of tone control. tone control despite control though with despite some insecurity. in tone control. minimal blemishes. occasional lapses.

8 MARKS 7 MARKS 6 MARKS 5 MARKS 3–4 MARKS 1–2 MARKS

Communication An excellent level of A very good level of A good level of A reasonable level of stylistic Stylistic understanding Stylistic understanding & stylistic understanding stylistic understanding stylistic understanding understanding though some generally lacking with not apparent with little interpretation with keen attention to with most performance though occasional performance details omitted. limited realisation of or no realisation of performance details. details realised. performance details performance details. performance details. Communication and omitted. Highly effective Effective communication interpretation basically reliable Communication and Communication and communication and interpretation overall. Communication though with some lapses. interpretation inconsistent. interpretation ineffective. and interpretation. and interpretation mostly effective.

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Examiners use the criteria below to decide on the mark.

7 MARKS 6 MARKS 5 MARKS 4 MARKS 3 MARKS 1–2 MARKS

Fluency An excellent sense A very good sense A good sense of A generally reliable sense Only a limited sense of Little or no sense of fluency & accuracy of fluency with of fluency with only fluency though of fluency though with fluency with a lack of — control of pulse and secure control of momentary insecurities with occasional some inconsistencies and basic control of pulse rhythm not established. pulse and rhythm. in control of pulse inconsistencies in stumbles in the control of and rhythm. Accuracy in notes very and rhythm. control of pulse pulse and rhythm. A very high degree Accuracy in notes limited with many errors and rhythm. of accuracy in notes. A high degree of A reasonable degree of sporadic with errors of substance. accuracy in notes — A good degree of accuracy in notes despite becoming intrusive. slips not significant. accuracy in notes a number of errors. despite some slips.

7 MARKS 6 MARKS 5 MARKS 4 MARKS 3 MARKS 1–2 MARKS

Technical The various technical The various technical The various technical The various technical The technical demands of Many or all of the facility demands of the music demands of the music demands of the demands of the music the music often not managed. technical demands fulfilled to a very fulfilled with only music fulfilled for generally managed despite of the music Exam guidance: Marking The performance lacked a high degree. momentary insecurities. the most part. some inconsistencies. not managed. basic level of tone control. An excellent level A very good level of A good level of tone A basic level of tone control Significant flaws of tone control. tone control despite control though with despite some insecurity. in tone control. minimal blemishes. occasional lapses.

8 MARKS 7 MARKS 6 MARKS 5 MARKS 3–4 MARKS 1–2 MARKS

Communication An excellent level of A very good level of A good level of A reasonable level of stylistic Stylistic understanding Stylistic understanding & stylistic understanding stylistic understanding stylistic understanding understanding though some generally lacking with not apparent with little interpretation with keen attention to with most performance though occasional performance details omitted. limited realisation of or no realisation of  performance details. details realised. performance details performance details. performance details. Communication and omitted. Highly effective Effective communication interpretation basically reliable Communication and Communication and communication and interpretation overall. Communication though with some lapses. interpretation inconsistent. interpretation ineffective. and interpretation. and interpretation mostly effective.

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HOW TECHNICAL WORK IS MARKED

Examiners use the criteria below to decide on the mark.

DISTINCTION MERIT PASS BELOW PASS 1 BELOW PASS 2 13–14 MARKS 11–12 MARKS 9–10 MARKS 6–8 MARKS 1–5 MARKS

Scales & An excellent or very A good sense of fluency A generally reliable sense Limited or very limited Little or no sense of arpeggios good sense of fluency and accuracy with of fluency and accuracy fluency and accuracy with fluency and accuracy and accuracy. occasional errors. despite a number of errors. errors becoming intrusive. with many errors. A very high degree A good degree of A reasonable degree of An inconsistent degree An unreliable degree of technical control. technical control. technical control despite of technical control. of technical control. some inconsistencies. Prompt responses. Prompt responses overall. Hesitancy in responses Uncertain responses Generally prompt responses and restarts. with many restarts despite some hesitancy and/ and/or items not offered. or restarts.

Exercises An excellent or very A good sense of fluency A generally reliable sense Limited or very limited Little or no sense of good sense of fluency and accuracy with of fluency and accuracy fluency and accuracy with fluency and accuracy and accuracy. occasional errors. despite a number of errors. errors becoming intrusive. with many errors. A very high degree A good degree of A reasonable degree of An inconsistent degree An unreliable degree of technical control. technical control. technical control despite of technical control. of technical control. some inconsistencies. Keen attention to Good attention to Limited attention to Little or no attention performance details performance details and Some attention to performance details to performance details and musical character. musical character overall. performance details and musical character. and musical character. and musical character.

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Examiners use the criteria below to decide on the mark.

DISTINCTION MERIT PASS BELOW PASS 1 BELOW PASS 2 13–14 MARKS 11–12 MARKS 9–10 MARKS 6–8 MARKS 1–5 MARKS

Scales & An excellent or very A good sense of fluency A generally reliable sense Limited or very limited Little or no sense of arpeggios good sense of fluency and accuracy with of fluency and accuracy fluency and accuracy with fluency and accuracy and accuracy. occasional errors. despite a number of errors. errors becoming intrusive. with many errors. A very high degree A good degree of A reasonable degree of An inconsistent degree An unreliable degree of technical control. technical control. technical control despite of technical control. of technical control. some inconsistencies. Prompt responses. Prompt responses overall. Hesitancy in responses Uncertain responses Generally prompt responses and restarts. with many restarts despite some hesitancy and/ and/or items not offered. or restarts.

Exercises An excellent or very A good sense of fluency A generally reliable sense Limited or very limited Little or no sense of good sense of fluency and accuracy with of fluency and accuracy fluency and accuracy with fluency and accuracy and accuracy. occasional errors. despite a number of errors. errors becoming intrusive. with many errors. Exam guidance: Marking A very high degree A good degree of A reasonable degree of An inconsistent degree An unreliable degree of technical control. technical control. technical control despite of technical control. of technical control. some inconsistencies. Keen attention to Good attention to Limited attention to Little or no attention performance details performance details and Some attention to performance details to performance details and musical character. musical character overall. performance details and musical character. and musical character. and musical character. 

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HOW SUPPORTING TESTS ARE MARKED

Examiners use the criteria below to decide on the mark.

DISTINCTION MERIT PASS BELOW PASS 1 BELOW PASS 2 9–10 MARKS 8 MARKS 6–7 MARKS 4–5 MARKS 1–3 MARKS

Sight reading An excellent or very good A good sense of fluency A generally reliable sense Only a limited sense of Little or no sense of fluency sense of fluency with though with occasional of fluency though with fluency with a lack of basic — control of pulse, rhythm secure control of pulse, inconsistencies in control some inconsistencies and control of pulse, rhythm and tonality not established. rhythm and tonality. of pulse, rhythm and tonality. stumbles in the control of and tonality. Accuracy in notes very pulse, rhythm and tonality. A very high degree of A good degree of accuracy Accuracy in notes sporadic limited with no attention accuracy in notes, with in notes despite some A reasonable degree of with no attention to to musical detail. musical detail realised. slips, with some musical accuracy in notes despite musical detail. detail realised. a number of errors and with little attention to musical detail.

Aural An excellent or very good A good degree of aural A generally reliable degree A limited or very limited aural Unreliable aural perception degree of aural perception perception in the majority of aural perception in perception with some lack of in the majority or all aspects. in all aspects. of aspects. most aspects though precision in most aspects. Very hesitant or uncertain/ with some imprecision. Confident and prompt responses. Mostly confident and Hesitant or uncertain responses. missing responses. prompt responses. Generally confident and prompt responses though with occasional hesitation or uncertainty.

Musical An excellent or very good A good degree of musical A generally reliable degree A limited or very limited Unreliable musical knowledge degree of musical knowledge knowledge in the majority of musical knowledge in degree of musical knowledge knowledge in the majority in all aspects. of aspects. most aspects. in most aspects. or all aspects. Confident and prompt responses. Mostly confident and Generally confident and Hesitant or uncertain responses. Very hesitant or uncertain/ prompt responses. prompt responses though missing responses. with occasional hesitation or uncertainty.

Improvisation An excellent or very good A good sense of musical A generally reliable sense of A limited or very limited Musical structure only sense of musical structure, structure, based on the musical structure, based on sense of musical structure, partially or not apparent based on the stimulus, stimulus, delivered with the stimulus, delivered with with little relation to the with no relation to the delivered with a high level a good level of fluency. a reasonable level of fluency stimulus, delivered with stimulus and fluency of fluency. despite occasional lapses. some hesitations and often compromised. A creative and imaginative stumbles in fluency. A highly creative and response overall. Some element of creativity Little or no creativity or imaginative response. and imagination in the response. A lack of creativity and imagination in the response. imagination in the response. 36 Exam guidance: Marking

Examiners use the criteria below to decide on the mark.

DISTINCTION MERIT PASS BELOW PASS 1 BELOW PASS 2 9–10 MARKS 8 MARKS 6–7 MARKS 4–5 MARKS 1–3 MARKS

Sight reading An excellent or very good A good sense of fluency A generally reliable sense Only a limited sense of Little or no sense of fluency sense of fluency with though with occasional of fluency though with fluency with a lack of basic — control of pulse, rhythm secure control of pulse, inconsistencies in control some inconsistencies and control of pulse, rhythm and tonality not established. rhythm and tonality. of pulse, rhythm and tonality. stumbles in the control of and tonality. Accuracy in notes very pulse, rhythm and tonality. A very high degree of A good degree of accuracy Accuracy in notes sporadic limited with no attention accuracy in notes, with in notes despite some A reasonable degree of with no attention to to musical detail. musical detail realised. slips, with some musical accuracy in notes despite musical detail. detail realised. a number of errors and with little attention to musical detail.

Aural An excellent or very good A good degree of aural A generally reliable degree A limited or very limited aural Unreliable aural perception degree of aural perception perception in the majority of aural perception in perception with some lack of in the majority or all aspects. in all aspects. of aspects. most aspects though precision in most aspects. Exam guidance: Marking Very hesitant or uncertain/ with some imprecision. Confident and prompt responses. Mostly confident and Hesitant or uncertain responses. missing responses. prompt responses. Generally confident and prompt responses though with occasional hesitation or uncertainty.

Musical An excellent or very good A good degree of musical A generally reliable degree A limited or very limited Unreliable musical knowledge degree of musical knowledge knowledge in the majority of musical knowledge in degree of musical knowledge knowledge in the majority in all aspects. of aspects. most aspects. in most aspects. or all aspects.

 /Confident and prompt responses. Mostly confident and Generally confident and Hesitant or uncertain responses. Very hesitant or uncertain prompt responses. prompt responses though missing responses. with occasional hesitation or uncertainty.

Improvisation An excellent or very good A good sense of musical A generally reliable sense of A limited or very limited Musical structure only sense of musical structure, structure, based on the musical structure, based on sense of musical structure, partially or not apparent based on the stimulus, stimulus, delivered with the stimulus, delivered with with little relation to the with no relation to the delivered with a high level a good level of fluency. a reasonable level of fluency stimulus, delivered with stimulus and fluency of fluency. despite occasional lapses. some hesitations and often compromised. A creative and imaginative stumbles in fluency. A highly creative and response overall. Some element of creativity Little or no creativity or imaginative response. and imagination in the response. A lack of creativity and imagination in the response. imagination in the response. 37 Piano: Initial to Grade 5 Piano: Initial to Grade 5

EXAM DURATION EXAM STRUCTURE The Initial exam The Grade 1 exam The Initial to Grade 5 exams contain the following: lasts 10 minutes lasts 11 minutes Maximum marks

PIECE 1 22

PIECE 2 22 The Grade 2 exam The Grade 3 exam lasts 11 minutes lasts 12 minutes PIECE 3 22

TECHNICAL WORK 14

The Grade 4 exam The Grade 5 exam ◗ Scales & arpeggios lasts 16 minutes lasts 16 minutes ◗ Exercises

SUPPORTING TESTS 20

Any TWO of the following:

◗ Sight reading ◗ Aural ◗ Improvisation ◗ Musical knowledge

TOTAL 100

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= Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books * Duet 40 † Young Composers’ Competition winner: Initial — see trinitycollege.com/YCC for more information  Piano: Initial 41

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3a.  3b. 2a.  2b. 1a.  1b. — Examiners select from the following: from select — Examiners memory) (from 1. SCALES (both editions). Initial (both 2021–2023: Plus Exercises Pieces Piano Exam in Trinity’s are Exercises . Edition Initial | Extended 2021–2023: Plus Exercises Pieces Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015: Initial–Grade 5 and Piano Exam Initial–Grade 2015: from & Arpeggios Piano Scales in Trinity’s are Scales sections. See page 17 for further details. further details. 17 for page See sections. both prepare Candidates ◗ ◗ ◗ TECHNICAL WORK TECHNICAL information can be found on page 16. on page be found can information instead of one of the listed pieces. More More pieces. the listed one of of instead Candidates may perform an own composition composition an own perform may Candidates Own composition Candidates choose one exercise to play first. Examiners then select one of the remaining of the select one then Examiners first. play to one exercise choose Candidates 2. 2a or 2b, 1a or 1b, exercises: three prepare — Candidates be used) may (music EXERCISES be performed. to exercises prepared two = Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books * Duet * Duet books exam graded in Trinity’s = Pieces

for more information information more for winner: trinitycollege.com/YCC Initial — see Competition Composers’ Young

† Piano: Initial

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates choose TWO of the following: Candidates perform an improvisation based on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural ◗ Stylistic ◗ Improvisation ◗ Motivic ◗ Musical knowledge ◗ Harmonic

Sight reading Responses must use both hands. See pages 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates perform a previously unseen musical extract Musical knowledge at a level lower than the exam being taken. See page 19 for the parameters. Candidates answer questions assessing their understanding of the pieces performed, as Aural well as their knowledge of notation. Questions are based on candidates’ chosen pieces. See Candidates answer questions based on a single page 28 for example questions and responses. musical example played on the piano by the examiner. See page 20 for more information. The aural test requirements for Initial are below.

Aural questions

Parameters Task Requirement

Clap the pulse on the third playing, stressing Listen to the melody three times the strong beat Melody only 4 bars Listen to the melody once Identify the dynamic as forte or piano Major key Listen to the melody once Identify the articulation as legato or staccato 2 Listen to the first three notes Identify the highest or lowest note of the melody once

42 Piano: Grade 1 Piano: Grade 1

PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces, chosen from the list below. Only one duet may be chosen. An own composition may be played instead of one of the listed pieces. See pages 15–16 for further guidance. Trinity’s 2021–2023 graded exam books are available in two editions: Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023. Both editions include the same 12 pieces, while the Extended Edition also includes nine extra pieces Piano: Grade 1 as a downloadable ebook. Pieces in these graded exam books are marked with .

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

Russian Folk Song, 1. BEETHOVEN Piano Piccolo Schott ED22601 op. 107 no. 3 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 2. BOBER Stealth Mode 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 3. CHARLTON Walking (and Talking) Trinity TCL020529 2021–2023: Grade 1 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 4. CLARKE King William’s March 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529 Musica Ferrum 5. CRAMER Exclamation Mark (!) Mosaic vol 1 9790708147466 Musica Ferrum 6. CROSLAND Go to Sleep Mosaic vol 1 9790708147466 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 7. CROSLAND Hand in Hand Trinity TCL020529 2021–2023: Grade 1 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 8. DIABELLI Bagatelle Trinity TCL020529 2021–2023: Grade 1 | Extended Edition The Furless Sphynx 9. GEROU (without optional The Best of Tom Gerou book 2 Alfred 47358 accompaniment) 10. GOEDICKE Dance Raise the Bar Piano: Initial–Grade 2 Trinity TCL015372 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 11. GRILL I’m Happy Trinity TCL020529 2021–2023: Grade 1 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 12. GRUBER Jodler (Yodeler) Trinity TCL020529 2021–2023: Grade 1 | Extended Edition The Very Vicious Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 13. HALL & DRAYTON Velociraptor 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529 HANDEL, Passepied in Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 14. ed. WILD C major, HWV 559 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529 HAWTHORN Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 15. Space Walk Rag & SUSCHITZKY 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 16. HOLLAND Donkey Trot 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529

43 Piano: Grade 1

Two-Part Piano Miniatures Bärenreiter Praha 17. HRADECKY Waltz on One Page H8034 18. KELLY On the March Play the Piano book 1 Spartan SP1361 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 19. KIRKBY-MASON Mango Walk* Trinity TCL020529 2021–2023: Grade 1 | Extended Edition Mélodie (from 20. LE COUPPEY Raise the Bar Piano: Initial–Grade 2 Trinity TCL015372 ABC du piano) Andantino — Handstück no. 5 21. MÜLLER Piano Piccolo Schott ED22601 (from Instructive Pieces for Piano) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 22. NORTON Walking Together 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529 23. PAPP Once Upon a Time… The Golden Key EMB Z.14564 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 24. PITTARELLO Viking Village† 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529 Minuet (no. 10 from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 25. REINAGLE 24 Short and Easy Trinity TCL020529 2021–2023: Grade 1 | Extended Edition Pieces, op. 1) SCHEIN, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 26. Allemande Trinity TCL020529 arr. SNELL 2021–2023: Grade 1 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 27. STRECKE The Enchanted Garden Trinity TCL020529 2021–2023: Grade 1 | Extended Edition The Croc That Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 28. TANNER Swallowed a Clock 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529 29. TERZIBASCHITSCH Easy Going* Piano Dreams: duet book 1 Trinity TCL015358 The First Day 30. TERZIBASCHITSCH Piano Dreams: solo book 1 Trinity TCL015334 at School Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 31. TERZIBASCHITSCH Last Waltz* 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529 TRAD., 32. Backwater Blues Piano Junior: Performance Book 4 Schott ED13834 arr. HEUMANN Arioso (from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 33. TÜRK Klavierschule) 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529 Mixed Doubles: Piano Time Duets OUP 34. WELLS Courante* book 2 9780193727540 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020246 35. YANDELL Pirate Stomp 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions) or TCL020529

= Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books * Duet 44 † Young Composers’ Competition winner: Grade 1 — see trinitycollege.com/YCC for more information Piano: Grade 1

Own composition Own compositions must be comparable in Candidates may perform an own composition technical and musical demand to the pieces instead of one of the listed pieces. More listed for this grade. Suitable features include: information can be found on page 16. ◗ Dynamic contrast ◗ Simple syncopation or other rhythmic feature Duration: approx. 1 minute ◗ Use of keys listed for Grade 1 technical work Piano: Grade 1

TECHNICAL WORK Candidates prepare all sections. See page 17 for further details. Scales and broken chords are in Trinity’s Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015: Initial–Grade 5 and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 1 | Extended Edition. Exercises are in Trinity’s Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 1 (both editions).

1. SCALES (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ F and G major ◗ D and E minor (candidate hands choice of either harmonic separately min. or melodic or natural minor) legato one octave = 70 mf ◗ Chromatic scale in contrary q motion starting on D hands together ◗ C major contrary motion scale

2. BROKEN CHORDS (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ F and G major min. hands legato one octave = 50 mf separately ◗ D and E minor q.

                      3. EXERCISES (music may be used) — Candidates prepare three exercises: 1a or 1b, 2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b. Candidates choose one exercise to play first. Examiners then select one of the remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.

1a. Sunny Afternoon for tone, balance and voicing 1b. Good Morning 2a. Walk and Whistle for co-ordination 2b. Country Estate 3a. Thoughtful Mood for finger & wrist strength and flexibility 3b. At the Market 45 Piano: Grade 1

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates choose TWO of the following: Candidates perform an improvisation based on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural ◗ Stylistic ◗ Improvisation ◗ Motivic ◗ Musical knowledge ◗ Harmonic

Sight reading Responses must use both hands. See pages 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates perform a previously unseen musical extract Musical knowledge at a level lower than the exam being taken. See page 19 for the parameters. Candidates answer questions assessing their understanding of the pieces performed, as Aural well as their knowledge of notation. Questions are based on candidates’ chosen pieces. See Candidates answer questions based on a single page 28 for example questions and responses. musical example played on the piano by the examiner. See page 20 for more information. The aural test requirements for Grade 1 are below.

Aural questions

Parameters Task Requirement

Clap the pulse on the third playing, stressing Listen to the melody three times the strong beat

i) Identify the dynamic as forte or piano Melody only Listen to the melody once ii) Identify the articulation as legato 4 bars or staccato Major key Listen to the first two bars of Identify the last note as higher or lower 2 3 the melody once than the first note Listen to the melody twice, with a change of rhythm or pitch in Identify where the change occurs the second playing

46 Piano: Grade 2 Piano: Grade 2

PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces, chosen from the list below. Only one duet may be chosen. An own composition may be played instead of one of the listed pieces. See pages 15–16 for further guidance. Trinity’s 2021–2023 graded exam books are available in two editions: Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023. Both editions include the same 12 pieces, while the Extended Edition also includes nine extra pieces as a downloadable ebook. Pieces in these graded exam books are marked with . Piano: Grade 2 Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

1. BARTÓK Children at Play, no. 1 For Children vol 1 Henle HN1225 Minuet in G (from Clavierbüchlein für Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 2. BÖHM Anna Magdalena 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 Bach) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 3. CLEAVER Persian Holiday Trinity TCL020536 2021–2023: Grade 2 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 4. CROSLAND Bendin’ the Rules 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 5. DONKIN The Penguin Parade 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 FUX, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 6. Almost a Canon Trinity TCL020536 arr. HAAS 2021–2023: Grade 2 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 7. GUMBLEY ‘Nuff Said 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 8. HÄSSLER Allegro in C 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 German Dance, 9. HAYDN Piano Junior: Performance Book 4 Schott ED13834 Hob IX:12 no. 1 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 10. HEUMANN Island in the Sun* 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 11. HUMMEL The Hen* Piano Progress book 2 Faber 0571508618 12. KELLY Catch Me! Play the Piano book 2 Spartan SP1362 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 13. KUKUCK The Rowboat Trinity TCL020536 2021–2023: Grade 2 | Extended Edition 14. LE COUPPEY Arabian Air Piano Piccolo Schott ED22601 LÖHLEIN, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 15. Balletto Trinity TCL020536 arr. HAAS 2021–2023: Grade 2 | Extended Edition 16. LVOV-KOMPANEETS The Sparrow Raise the Bar Piano: Initial–Grade 2 Trinity TCL015372 Waltz (Вальс) 17. MAYKAPAR (no. 1 from Miniatures, Piano Pieces Zen-On 161661 op. 33)

* Duet 47 Piano: Grade 2

Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 18. R MOHRS Shepherd’s Melody Trinity TCL020536 2021–2023: Grade 2 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 19. V MOHRS Poor Mouse Trinity TCL020536 2021–2023: Grade 2 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 20. MOORE The Ballerina Trinity TCL020536 2021–2023: Grade 2 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 21. NEEFE Canzonet 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 22. PETZOLD Minuet in G minor Classical Music for Children Schott ED21905 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 23. PROKSCH FreuDich/Feelicitous 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 24. PRÓSZY N ´SKI The Marionettes* Trinity TCL020536 2021–2023: Grade 2 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 25. SUKONTAPATIPARK Floating Balloons† 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 26. SZYMANOWSKA Mazurka 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 27. TADMAN-ROBINS Lazy Waltz Just for Starters Encore 120003 Orpheus in His Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 28. TANNER Underpants 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536 Minuet (from 29. TELEMANN Piano Progress book 1 Faber 057150860X Tanzfolge I) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 30. TELEMANN Rigaudon Trinity TCL020536 2021–2023: Grade 2 | Extended Edition 31. TERZIBASCHITSCH The Gondola* Piano Dreams: duet book 2 Trinity TCL015365 32. TERZIBASCHITSCH The Little Locomotive Piano Dreams: solo book 2 Trinity TCL015341 33. WEBER Allemande, op. 4 no. 2 Piano Piccolo Schott ED22601 34. WILLIAMSON King’s Cross Raise the Bar Piano: Initial–Grade 2 Trinity TCL015372 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020253 35. YANDELL Fun Fair Blues 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions) or TCL020536

= Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books * Duet 48 † Young Composers’ Competition winner: Grade 2 — see trinitycollege.com/YCC for more information Piano: Grade 2

Own composition Own compositions must be comparable in Candidates may perform an own composition technical and musical demand to the pieces instead of one of the listed pieces. More listed for this grade. Suitable features include: information can be found on page 16. ◗ Use of different articulations ◗ Simple melodic ornamentation Duration: ◗ Use of keys listed for Grade 2 technical work 1–1.5 minute(s)

TECHNICAL WORK Piano: Grade 2 Candidates prepare all sections. See page 17 for further details. Scales and arpeggios are in Trinity’s Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015: Initial–Grade 5 and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 2 | Extended Edition. Exercises are in Trinity’s Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 2 (both editions).

1. SCALES (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Bb and D major ◗ G and B minor (candidate choice of either harmonic min. two hands or melodic minor) or legato = 80 f p octaves together ◗ Chromatic scale in similar q motion starting on Bb ◗ C major contrary motion scale

2. ARPEGGIOS (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Bb and D major min. two hands legato = 60 mf octaves separately ◗ G and B minor q 3. EXERCISES (music may be used) — Candidates prepare three exercises: 1a or 1b, 2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b. Candidates choose one exercise to play first. Examiners then select one of the remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.

1a. Smooth Operation for tone, balance and voicing 1b. A Crisp Winter Morning

2a. Striding Out for co-ordination 2b. Marching Orders

3a. Rumblestrips for finger & wrist strength and flexibility 3b. Feeding the Llamas

49 Piano: Grade 2

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates choose TWO of the following: Candidates perform an improvisation based on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural ◗ Stylistic ◗ Improvisation ◗ Motivic ◗ Musical knowledge ◗ Harmonic

Sight reading Responses must use both hands. See pages 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates perform a previously unseen musical extract Musical knowledge at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken. See page 19 for Candidates answer questions assessing their the parameters. understanding of the pieces performed, as well as their knowledge of notation. Questions are Aural based on candidates’ chosen pieces. See pages 28–29 for example questions and responses. 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 2 are below.

Aural questions

Parameters Task Requirement

Clap the pulse on the third playing, stressing Listen to the melody three times the strong beat

i) Describe the dynamics, which will vary Melody only during the melody Listen to the melody once 4 bars ii) Identify the articulation as legato or Major key staccato or minor key Identify the last note as higher or lower Listen to the melody once 2 3 than the first note Listen to the melody twice, with i) Identify where the change occurs a change of rhythm or pitch in the second playing ii) Identify the change as rhythm or pitch

50 Piano: Grade 3 Piano: Grade 3

PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces, chosen from the list below. Only one duet may be chosen. An own composition may be played instead of one of the listed pieces. See pages 15–16 for further guidance. Trinity’s 2021–2023 graded exam books are available in two editions: Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023. Both editions include the same 12 pieces, while the Extended Edition also includes nine extra pieces as a downloadable ebook. Pieces in these graded exam books are marked with .

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

Nocturne no. 1 1. ALEXANDER Nocturnes book 1 Alfred 46287 in C major Piano: Grade 3 Rondo (3rd movt 2. ATTWOOD from Sonatina in Easy Concert Pieces vol 2 Schott ED22548 G major) The Highway Robber Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 3. BARTÓK (from For Children, 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 Sz. 42) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 4. J & A BULLARD Model T Trinity TCL020543 2021–2023: Grade 3 | Extended Edition EVC 5. COBB Polka Butterfly Higgledy Piggledy Jazz 9780956656919 Les coucous Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 6. COUPERIN bénévoles (The 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 Benevolent Cuckoos) COUPERIN, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 7. Le petit rien Trinity TCL020543 arr. SNELL 2021–2023: Grade 3 | Extended Edition The Clown and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 8. CROSLAND Trinity TCL020543 the Ballerina 2021–2023: Grade 3 | Extended Edition Rondino (no. 17 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 9. DIABELLI from Melodious 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 Exercises, op. 149)* Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 10. DONKIN An Autumn Leaf 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 11. DONKIN Badlands Trinity TCL020543 2021–2023: Grade 3 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 12. GEDIKE Sonatina 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 13. GRAHAM Between the Fingers Trinity TCL020543 2021–2023: Grade 3 | Extended Edition 14. GUMBLEY Says You! Street Talk (download only) Gumbles GP502

* Duet 51 Piano: Grade 3

Andante (3rd movt Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 15. HAYDN from Sonata in G 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 major, Hob XVI:8) HAYDN, Symphony no. 101 16. The Foundation Pianist book 2 Faber 057154066X arr. BLACKWELL ‘The Clock’ 17. HEUMANN PJ’s Ragtime Piano Junior: Lesson Book 4 Schott ED13804 18. HURD Jig Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 19. ILES I’m Late! 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 20. KELLY Spanish Dance Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 LEIBER & STOLLER, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 21. Hound Dog arr. P & S WEDGWOOD 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 Study in D minor Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 22. LOESCHHORN (no. 40 from Studies 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 for the Piano, op. 65) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 23. LYNCH nDcvr Agnt 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 24. MARAIS Romance Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 Spanish Dance, Mixed Doubles: Piano Time Duets OUP 25. MOSZKOWSKI op. 12 no. 2* book 2 9780193727540 26. PACHELBEL Fuga in C major Classical Music for Children Schott ED21905 Sunrise on the Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 27. ROLLIN Trinity TCL020543 Matterhorn 2021–2023: Grade 3 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 28. D SCARLATTI Sonata in G major Trinity TCL020543 2021–2023: Grade 3 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 29. SCHMITZ Tango-Prelude II* Trinity TCL020543 2021–2023: Grade 3 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 30. SCHÖNMEHL Rain Trinity TCL020543 2021–2023: Grade 3 | Extended Edition My Scarf Is Yellow Piano Music of Africa and the African OUP 31. SMITH (from Faces of Jazz) Diaspora vol 1 9780193868229 32. SUKNOV Tango Cordoba Tangos and More Kjos WP1183 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 33. TADMAN-ROBINS Ballad 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 The Night of the Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020260 34. TAN Sleepy Panda† 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions) or TCL020543 35. TERZIBASCHITSCH The Little Elf Piano Dreams: solo book 2 Trinity TCL015341

= Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books * Duet 52 † Young Composers’ Competition winner: Grade 3 — see trinitycollege.com/YCC for more information Piano: Grade 3

Own composition Own compositions must be comparable in Candidates may perform an own composition technical and musical demand to the pieces instead of one of the listed pieces. More listed for this grade. Suitable features include: information can be found on page 16. ◗ Form showing clear sections, eg ABA ◗ Melodic range of one octave or more Duration: ◗ Use of keys listed for Grade 3 technical work 1.5–2 minutes

TECHNICAL WORK Candidates prepare all sections. See page 17 for further details.

Scales and arpeggios are in Trinity’s Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015: Initial–Grade 5 and Piano: Grade 3 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 3 | Extended Edition. Exercises are in Trinity’s Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 3 (both editions).

1. SCALES (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Eb and A major ◗ C and F# minor (candidate choice of either harmonic or melodic minor) min. two hands or legato = 90 f p octaves together ◗ Eb major contrary motion scale q ◗ Chromatic scale in similar motion starting on F#

2. ARPEGGIOS (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Eb and A major min. two hands legato = 70 mf octaves separately ◗ C and F# minor q 3. EXERCISES (music may be used) — Candidates prepare three exercises: 1a or 1b, 2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b. Candidates choose one exercise to play first. Examiners then select one of the remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.

1a. Sad Song for tone, balance and voicing 1b. Faraway Places

2a. Three for One for co-ordination 2b. To and Fro

3a. Dance Steps for finger & wrist strength and flexibility 3b. Casual Conversation

53 Piano: Grade 3

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates choose TWO of the following: Candidates perform an improvisation based on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural ◗ Stylistic ◗ Improvisation ◗ Motivic ◗ Musical knowledge ◗ Harmonic

Sight reading Responses must use both hands. See pages 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates perform a previously unseen musical extract Musical knowledge at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken. See page 19 for Candidates answer questions assessing their the parameters. understanding of the pieces performed, as well as their knowledge of notation. Questions are Aural based on candidates’ chosen pieces. See pages 28–29 for example questions and responses. 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 3 are below.

Aural questions

Parameters Task Requirement

Clap the pulse on the second playing, Listen to the melody twice stressing the strong beat

Melody only Listen to the melody once Identify the tonality as major or minor 4 bars Listen to the first two notes Identify the interval by number only of the melody once (second, third, fourth, fifth or sixth) Major key or minor key Study a copy of the melody (provided in treble clef, or in 3 4 i) Identify in which bar the change alto or bass clef if requested), has occurred and listen to it once as written and once with a change of ii) Identify the change as rhythm or pitch rhythm or pitch

54 Piano: Grade 4 Piano: Grade 4

PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces, chosen from the list below. An own composition may be played instead of one of the listed pieces. See pages 15–16 for further guidance. Trinity’s 2021–2023 graded exam books are available in two editions: Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023. Both editions include the same 12 pieces, while the Extended Edition also includes nine extra pieces as a downloadable ebook. Pieces in these graded exam books are marked with .

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 1. ARENS Tango passionis Trinity TCL020550 2021–2023: Grade 4 | Extended Edition ARNE, 2. Minuet Just for Starters Encore 120003 arr. LEDGER

3. W F BACH Allegro in A major Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 Piano: Grade 4 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 4. BADINGS Ballo gaio Trinity TCL020550 2021–2023: Grade 4 | Extended Edition Study in E minor, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 5. BERTINI Trinity TCL020550 op. 29 no. 14 2021–2023: Grade 4 | Extended Edition Barcarolle, op. 100 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 6. BURGMÜLLER Trinity TCL020550 no. 22 2021–2023: Grade 4 | Extended Edition 7. CARROLL A Seaborn Knight Water Sprites Forsyth FCW14 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 8. CIMAROSA Sonata in A minor 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 Allegretto (1st movt The Classical Piano Method: 9. CLEMENTI from Sonatina in Schott ED13573 Repertoire Collection 3 G major, op. 36 no. 2) Andante con 10. CLEMENTI Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 espressione Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 11. CROSLAND Lights in the Rearview 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 Andantino (1st movt Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 12. ELGAR Trinity TCL020550 from Sonatina) 2021–2023: Grade 4 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 13. FARNABY Tower Hill 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 GARDEL, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 14. Por una cabeza Trinity TCL020550 arr. FARRINGTON 2021–2023: Grade 4 | Extended Edition 15. ILES Wendy Bird Piano Tales for Peter Pan EVC 9781911359333 16. KABALEVSKY A Short Story 30 Children’s Pieces, op. 27 Boosey M060113291 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 17. KIRNBERGER Minuet in E major Trinity TCL020550 2021–2023: Grade 4 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 18. KNOWLES Calypso 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550

= Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books 55 Piano: Grade 4

Allegretto (from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 19. KUHLAU Sonatina in G major, 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 op. 55 no. 2) 20. LANE Circus Clowns Bric-a-Brac Goodmusic GM129 Étude no. 23 (from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 21. LEMOINE Études enfantines, 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 op. 37) Valse (no. 5 from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 22. MAYKAPAR Biriulki, op. 28) 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 23. MIFSUD Remembrance† 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 24. MILNE No Worries Even More Little Peppers Faber 0571523153 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 25. MOORE Waltz mystique Trinity TCL020550 2021–2023: Grade 4 | Extended Edition Allegretto (from The Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 26. MOZART London Sketchbook, Trinity TCL020550 2021–2023: Grade 4 | Extended Edition K 15hh) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 27. PETOT Please Count 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 Kwela no. 1 (from Piano Music of Africa and the African OUP 28. ROUX African Miniatures Diaspora vol 1 9780193868229 for Young Pianists) 29. RUDZIK Orange Striped Zebra Truly Astounding Animals Red Leaf SAINT-SAËNS, Aquarium (from 30. The Foundation Pianist book 2 Faber 057154066X arr. BLACKWELL Carnival of the Animals) 31. SCHMITZ Kleine Elegie Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 Sicilienne (no. 11 from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 32. R SCHUMANN Album for the Young, 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 op. 68) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 33. TANEVA Balloons in the Air 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020277 34. TANNER Forty Winks 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions) or TCL020550 35. TERZIBASCHITSCH The Old Gramophone Piano Dreams: solo book 2 Trinity TCL015341

= Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books 56 † Young Composers’ Competition winner: Grade 4 — see trinitycollege.com/YCC for more information Piano: Grade 4

Own composition Own compositions must be comparable in Candidates may perform an own composition technical and musical demand to the pieces instead of one of the listed pieces. More listed for this grade. Suitable features include: information can be found on page 16. ◗ Tempo changes ◗ Use of a variety of different articulations Duration: ◗ Use of keys listed for Grade 4 technical work 2–3 minutes

TECHNICAL WORK Candidates prepare all sections. See page 17 for further details. Scales and arpeggios are in Trinity’s Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015: Initial–Grade 5 and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 4 | Extended Edition. Exercises are in Trinity’s Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 4 (both editions). Piano: Grade 4 1. SCALES (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Ab and E major ◗ F and C# minor (candidate choice of either harmonic or melodic minor) legato or two ◗ E major contrary motion scale min. staccato octaves hands or = 100 f p together ◗ Chromatic scale in similar motion q starting on B ◗ Chromatic scale in contrary motion one legato starting on Ab octave

2. ARPEGGIOS (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Ab and E major min. two hands or legato = 80 f p octaves separately ◗ F and C# minor q

3. EXERCISES (music may be used) — Candidates prepare three exercises: 1a or 1b, 2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b. Candidates choose one exercise to play first. Examiners then select one of the remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.

1a. Sarabande for tone, balance and voicing 1b. Music Box

2a. Hill Climb for co-ordination 2b. Processional

3a. Back to Bach for finger & wrist strength and flexibility 3b. Duetto 57 Piano: Grade 4

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates choose TWO of the following: Candidates perform an improvisation based on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural ◗ Stylistic ◗ Improvisation ◗ Motivic ◗ Musical knowledge ◗ Harmonic

Sight reading Responses must use both hands. See pages 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates perform a previously unseen musical extract Musical knowledge at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken. See page 19 for Candidates answer questions assessing their the parameters. understanding of the pieces performed, as well as their knowledge of notation. Questions are Aural based on candidates’ chosen pieces. See pages 28–29 for example questions and responses. 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 4 are below.

Aural questions

Parameters Task Requirement

Clap the pulse on the second playing, Listen to the piece twice stressing the strong beat

i) Identify the tonality as major or minor Listen to the piece twice ii) Identify the final cadence as perfect Harmonised or imperfect 4 bars Identify the interval as minor or major Listen to the first two notes Major key second, minor or major third, perfect of the melody once or minor key fourth or fifth, minor or major sixth 4 6 Study a copy of the melody (provided in treble clef, or in i) Identify the bar in which the change alto or bass clef if requested), of rhythm occurred and listen to it once as written ii) Identify the bar in which the change and once with a change of of pitch occurred rhythm and a change of pitch

58 Piano: Grade 5 Piano: Grade 5

PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces, chosen from the list below. An own composition may be played instead of one of the listed pieces. See pages 15–16 for further guidance. Trinity’s 2021–2023 graded exam books are available in two editions: Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023. Both editions include the same 12 pieces, while the Extended Edition also includes nine extra pieces as a downloadable ebook. Pieces in these graded exam books are marked with .

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 1. ALEXANDER All Is Calm Trinity TCL020567 2021–2023: Grade 5 | Extended Edition There Sleeps Titania Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2. ALWYN Trinity TCL020567 (from Midsummer Night) 2021–2023: Grade 5 | Extended Edition ANON, Coranto (no. 21 from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 3. ed. LONG Fitzwilliam Virginal Book) 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 Gavotte (from French 4. J S BACH Suite no. 5 in G major, French Suites BWV 812–817 Henle HN71 Piano: Grade 5 BWV 816) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 5. BALCH A Walk at Strumble Head Trinity TCL020567 2021–2023: Grade 5 | Extended Edition 6. BARTÓK Dance of Buchum Romanian Folk Dances Henle HN1402 7. BASTEAU Regard Instants magiques Lemoine HL29303 Pantalon (from Young Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 8. BEACH People’s Carnival, op. 25) 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 9. BENJAMIN Haunted House Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 Berceuse (no. 7 from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 10. BURGMÜLLER 18 Characteristic Studies, 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 op. 109) Scherzando (2nd movt Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 11. CAMIDGE from Sonata no. 1 in Trinity TCL020567 2021–2023: Grade 5 | Extended Edition G major) 12. CAMILLERI Cantilena Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 13. CORNICK Blues for Beth Trinity TCL020567 2021–2023: Grade 5 | Extended Edition DELIBES, arr. Flower Duet 14. The Piano Playlist Schott ED13860 CARSON TURNER (from Lakmé) Allegro (1st movt from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 15. DUŠEK Sonata XII in G major) 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 16. FOX Walk in the Park† 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 March of the Roman Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 17. GEROU Legionaries 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567

† Young Composers’ Competition winner: Grade 5 — see trinitycollege.com/YCC for more information 59 Piano: Grade 5

Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 18. GOODWIN Settle Down 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 Andante in A major, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 19. HAYDN Trinity TCL020567 Hob I:53/II 2021–2023: Grade 5 | Extended Edition 20. HOFFMANN Am Abend Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 Andantino (1st movt Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 21. JÁRDÁNYI Trinity TCL020567 from Sonatina no. 2) 2021–2023: Grade 5 | Extended Edition 22. KUHLAU Allegro con spirito Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 23. McCABE Sports Car 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 Kettle Rag (from 24. NORTON Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 Lavender’s Kind of Blue) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 25. PETOT Typhoon 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 26. PROKSCH And Now Let’s Handel Trinity TCL020567 2021–2023: Grade 5 | Extended Edition Circus Theme Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 27. PUSTILNIK Trinity TCL020567 (including repeats) 2021–2023: Grade 5 | Extended Edition Valse sentimentale, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 28. SCHUBERT op. 50 no. 13 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 Reiterstück (The Horseman) (no. 23 29. SCHUMANN Album for the Young, op. 68 Wiener UT50252 from Album for the Young, op. 68) Friendship (no. 2 from Seven Little Pieces after 30. SHANG Chinese Piano Music for Children Schott ED7652 Folk Songs from Inner Mongolia) 31. TANNER Pause for Thought Jazz Hands book 3 Spartan SP1233 Süße Träumerei (Sweet Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 32. TCHAIKOVSKY Reverie) (no. 21 from 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 Kinderalbum, op. 39) VAUGHAN 33. Two-part Invention in E Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 3–5 Trinity TCL015389 WILLIAMS b Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020284 34. WEDGWOOD Large Wave 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions) or TCL020567 Musica Ferrum 35. WELBURN Mosey on Down Musical Escapades 9790708147527

60 = Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books Piano: Grade 5

Own composition Own compositions must be comparable in Candidates may perform an own composition technical and musical demand to the pieces instead of one of the listed pieces. More listed for this grade. Suitable features include: information can be found on page 16. ◗ Chromaticism ◗ Use of semiquaver passages Duration: ◗ Use of keys listed for Grade 5 technical work 2–3 minutes

TECHNICAL WORK Candidates prepare all sections. See page 17 for further details. Scales and arpeggios are in Trinity’s Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015: Initial–Grade 5 and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 5 | Extended Edition. Exercises are in Trinity’s Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 5 (both editions).

1. SCALES (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Db and B major

◗ Bb and G# minor (candidate Piano: Grade 5 choice of either harmonic or melodic minor) legato or ◗ G harmonic minor contrary staccato min. two hands motion scale or = 110 f p octaves together ◗ Chromatic scale in similar motion q starting on Db ◗ Chromatic scale in contrary motion, left hand starting on C and right legato hand starting on E 2. ARPEGGIOS (from memory, in similar motion) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Db and B major min. legato or two hands ◗ Bb and G# minor or = 90 f p staccato octaves together ◗ Diminished 7th starting on B q 3. EXERCISES (music may be used) — Candidates prepare three exercises: 1a or 1b, 2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b. Candidates choose one exercise to play first. Examiners then select one of the remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.

1a. Gentle Waves for tone, balance and voicing 1b. Dancing Shoes 2a. Joining the Dots for co-ordination 2b. Topsy-turvy 3a. Village Hop for finger & wrist strength and flexibility 3b. Broadway 61 Piano: Grade 5

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates choose TWO of the following: Candidates perform an improvisation based on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural ◗ Stylistic ◗ Improvisation ◗ Motivic ◗ Musical knowledge ◗ Harmonic

Sight reading Responses must use both hands. See pages 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates perform a previously unseen musical extract Musical knowledge at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken. See page 19 for Candidates answer questions assessing their the parameters. understanding of the pieces performed, as well as their knowledge of notation. Questions are Aural based on candidates’ chosen pieces. See pages 28–29 for example questions and responses. 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 5 are below.

Aural questions

Parameters Task Requirement

i) Clap the pulse on the second playing, Listen to the piece twice stressing the strong beat ii) Identify the time signature

i) Identify the changing tonality Harmonised Listen to the piece twice ii) Identify the final cadence as perfect, plagal, imperfect or interrupted 8 bars Major key Identify the interval as minor or major or minor key Listen to two notes from the second, minor or major third, perfect melody line played consecutively fourth or fifth, minor or major sixth, 2 3 4 6 minor or major seventh or octave

Study a copy of the piece, and i) Identify the bar in which the change listen to it once as written and of rhythm occurred once with a change of rhythm and a change of pitch (both ii) Identify the bar in which the change changes are in the melody line) of pitch occurred

62 Piano: Grades 6–8 Piano: Grades 6–8

EXAM DURATION EXAM STRUCTURE The Grade 6 exam The Grade 7 exam The Grade 6–8 exams contain the following: lasts 22 minutes lasts 22 minutes Maximum marks

PIECE 1 22

The Grade 8 exam PIECE 2 22 lasts 27 minutes

 PIECE 3 22

TECHNICAL WORK 14

◗ Scales & arpeggios Piano: Grades 6–8 ◗ Exercises

SUPPORTING TEST 1 10

◗ Sight reading

SUPPORTING TEST 2 10

ONE of the following:

◗ Aural ◗ Improvisation

TOTAL 100

63 Piano: Grade 6 Piano: Grade 6

PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces chosen from the lists below, containing at least one piece from each group. An own composition may be played instead of one of the listed pieces. See pages 15–16 for further guidance. Trinity’s 2021–2023 graded exam books are available in two editions: Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023. Both editions include the same 12 pieces, while the Extended Edition also includes nine extra pieces as a downloadable ebook. Pieces in these graded exam books are marked with .

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

Group A Adagio (2nd movt Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 1. C P E BACH from Sonata in B minor, 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 H132, Wq 62/22) Invention no. 6 in 2. J S BACH Two Part Inventions Henle HN591 E major, BWV 777 Prelude in D minor, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 3. J S BACH Trinity TCL020574 BWV 935 2021–2023: Grade 6 | Extended Edition Badinerie (from Suite J S BACH, 4. no. 2 in B minor, Best of Piano Classics book 2 Schott ED22975 arr. HEUMANN BWV 1067) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 5. BENDA Sonatina in E Trinity TCL020574 b 2021–2023: Grade 6 | Extended Edition Coranto (no. 218 from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 6. BYRD Trinity TCL020574 Fitzwilliam Virginal Book) 2021–2023: Grade 6 | Extended Edition Allemande (from L’ar t Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 7. COUPERIN de toucher le clavecin) 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 8. COUPERIN The Little Windmills Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 6–8 Trinity TCL015395 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 9. FARRENC Impromptu 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 Allegro (1st movt from 10. HAYDN Sonata in D major, Complete Piano Sonatas vol 1 Henle HN238 Hob XVI:4) Finale (3rd movt from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 11. HAYDN Sonata in C major, 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 Hob XVI:35) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 12. JONES Giga in A minor Trinity TCL020574 2021–2023: Grade 6 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 13. KHACHATURIAN Ivan Is Very Busy 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 Allegretto in C minor, 14. SCHUBERT Late Piano Pieces Bärenreiter BA9634 D 915

64 Piano: Grade 6

Group B

Stamping Dance (from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 1. BARTÓK Mikrokosmos, Sz. 107, vol 5) 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 2. BASTEAU Au gré des vagues Instants magiques Lemoine HL29303 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 3. BÉRA-TAGRINE Mazurka Trinity TCL020574 2021–2023: Grade 6 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 4. BÉRA-TAGRINE Terminal 2 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 The Gondolier’s Song (no. 14 from 18 5. BURGMÜLLER 18 Characteristic Studies, op. 109 Schirmer GS25617 Characteristic Studies, op. 109) Through Moanin’ Pines Four Early 20th Century Piano Suites 6. BURLEIGH (no. 1 from From the Schirmer GS82960 by Black Composers Southland) Galop final Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 7. CASELLA (from 11 pezzi infantili) 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 Prayer of the Matador Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 8. DELLO JOIO (no. 2 from Lyric Pieces 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 for the Young) 9. GEROU Northern Lights The Best of Tom Gerou book 3 Alfred 47359 Epilogue (5th movt Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 10. HUANG-HSU from Ta¯wa ¯hi )† 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 11. KARGANOV Arabesque, op. 6 no. 4 Trinity TCL020574 2021–2023: Grade 6 | Extended Edition Piano: Grade 6 12. LANE Streets and Avenues Three Little Bites at the Big Apple Goodmusic GM130 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 13. LE FLEMING Lullaby for Oscar 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574 Jazz Exercise no. 2 Jazz Exercises, Minuets, Etudes Hal Leonard 14. PETERSON (from Part 3: Jazz & Pieces for Piano HL00311225 Exercises) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 15. RAMSKILL Weaving a Spell Trinity TCL020574 2021–2023: Grade 6 | Extended Edition Con afflizione (no. 3 from 16. REBIKOV Feuilles d’automne, op. 29 Forberg F01064 Feuilles d’automne, op. 29) Versöhnung (Reconciliation) 17. REGER (no. 20 from Aus der Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 6–8 Trinity TCL015395 Jugendzeit, op. 17) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 18. SCHMITZ Progression I Trinity TCL020574 2021–2023: Grade 6 | Extended Edition Dance (no. 7 from Seven Little Pieces after 19. SHANG Chinese Piano Music for Children Schott ED7652 Folk Songs from Inner Mongolia) In Dreams (from The Lord WALSH & SHORE, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 20. of the Rings: The Fellowship Trinity TCL020574 arr. PODGORNOV 2021–2023: Grade 6 | Extended Edition of the Ring) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020291 21. WILKINSON Jazzin’ Grace 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions) or TCL020574

= Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books † Young Composers’ Competition winner: Grade 6 — see trinitycollege.com/YCC for more information 65 Piano: Grade 6

Own composition Own compositions must be comparable in Candidates may perform an own composition technical and musical demand to the pieces instead of one of the listed pieces. More listed for this grade. Suitable features include: information can be found on page 16. ◗ More advanced use of form, eg theme and variations ◗ Extensive range Duration: 3–4 minutes ◗ More advanced melodic ornamentation ◗ Use of any key

TECHNICAL WORK Candidates prepare all sections. See page 17 for further details. Scales and arpeggios are in Trinity’s Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015: Grades 6–8 and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 6 | Extended Edition. Exercises are in Trinity’s Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 6 (both editions).

1. SCALES (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Bb and D major ◗ Bb and D minor (harmonic and four melodic minor) min. legato or octaves hands ◗ Chromatic scales in similar motion = 120 staccato together starting on Bb and D q f or mf or p ◗ Chromatic scale in contrary motion two starting on Eb octaves min. one hands ◗ C major scale in 3rds legato = 60 octave separately q 2. ARPEGGIOS (from memory, in similar motion) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Bb and D major

◗ Bb and D minor min. f or mf legato or four hands = 100 or staccato octaves together ◗ Diminished 7ths starting on Bb and D q p ◗ Dominant 7ths in the keys of Bb and D 3. EXERCISES (music may be used) — Candidates prepare three exercises: 1a or 1b, 2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b. Candidates choose one exercise to play first. Examiners then select one of the remaining two prepared exercises to be performed.

1a. Chromatic Romantic for tone, balance and voicing 1b. Ornamental Filigree 2a. Strutting Along for co-ordination 2b. Bells are Ringing 3a. Con Affetto for finger & wrist strength and flexibility 3b. The Colourful Aviary 66 Piano: Grade 6

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates prepare: Candidates perform an improvisation based on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural or Improvisation ◗ Stylistic Sight reading ◗ Motivic After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates ◗ Harmonic perform a previously unseen musical extract Responses must use both hands. See pages at a level approximately two grades lower 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. than the exam being taken. See page 19 for the parameters.

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 6

i) Identify the time signature Listen to the piece twice ii) Comment on the dynamics iii) Comment on the articulation

Identify and comment on two other Listen to the piece twice Harmonised characteristics of the piece 8 bars Identify the key to which the music Major key modulates as subdominant, dominant Listen to the first four bars or relative minor of the piece once 2 3 4 6 Answers may alternatively be given as key names

Study a copy of the piece, Locate the changes and describe them and listen to it twice with two as pitch or rhythm changes to the melody line

67 Piano: Grade 7 Piano: Grade 7

PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces chosen from the lists below, containing at least one piece from each group. An own composition may be played instead of one of the listed pieces. See pages 15–16 for further guidance. Trinity’s 2021–2023 graded exam books are available in two editions: Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023. Both editions include the same 12 pieces, while the Extended Edition also includes nine extra pieces as a downloadable ebook. Pieces in these graded exam books are marked with .

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

Group A Allegro (2nd movt from 1. ARNE 8 Keyboard Sonatas Faber 0571507034 Sonata no. 3 in G major) Allegro (1st movt from 2. C P E BACH Sonata in B minor, H132, Piano Sonatas vol 2 Henle HN377 Wq 62/22) Invention no. 12 in Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 3. J S BACH A major, BWV 783 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 4. BULLARD Prelude no. 8 (in G major) 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 Allegro (1st movt Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 5. EBERL Trinity TCL020581 from Sonate, op. 6) 2021–2023: Grade 7 | Extended Edition Allegro (from Suite Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 6. HANDEL no. 7 in G minor, Trinity TCL020581 2021–2023: Grade 7 | Extended Edition HWV 432) Capriccio in G minor, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 7. HANDEL HWV 483 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 Gigue (4th movt from 8. HANDEL Suite no. 6 in F# minor, Keyboard Works vol 1 Bärenreiter BA4224 HWV 431) Finale (3rd movt from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 9. HAYDN Sonata in D major, 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 Hob XVI:24) Allegro (1st movt from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 10. MARTINES Sonata in E major) 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 Minuet in D major, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 11. MOZART Trinity TCL020581 K 355 2021–2023: Grade 7 | Extended Edition 12. PARADIES Toccata in A Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 6–8 Trinity TCL015395 SCHYTTE, Etude in A minor, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 13. Trinity TCL020581 ed. SNELL op. 58 no. 6 2021–2023: Grade 7 | Extended Edition

68 Piano: Grade 7

Group B BACKER- Summer Song, 1. At the Piano with Women Composers Alfred 428 GRØNDAHL op. 45 no. 3 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 2. BOTTERILL Soho† 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 The Monk Piano Music of Africa and the African OUP 3. CAPERS (from Portraits in Jazz) Diaspora vol 1 9780193868229 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 4. CHANLER Aftermath Trinity TCL020581 2021–2023: Grade 7 | Extended Edition Mazurka in F minor, 5. CHOPIN Mazurkas Peters EP1902 op. 63 no. 2 At Miss Florence’s (homage Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 6. EARL to Robert Schumann) 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 7. FARNABY Tell Me, Daphne Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 6–8 Trinity TCL015395 Lento (no. 139 from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 8. FIBICH Moods, Impressions 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 and Souvenirs, op. 41) Esquisse (no. 12 from 24 24 pièces caractéristiques pour 9. GLIÈRE pièces caractéristiques Forberg FO2012 la jeunesse, op. 34 pour la jeunesse, op. 34) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 10. HARRIS Study Trinity TCL020581 2021–2023: Grade 7 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 11. HENSEL Mélodie, op. 4 no. 2 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 Struttin’ at the Waldorf Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 12. LANE (no. 3 from Three Little 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 Bites at the Big Apple) Improvisation (no. 4 from

Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 Piano: Grade 7 13. MacDOWELL Twelve Virtuoso Studies, 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 op. 46) No. 2 from Kinderstücke, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 14. MENDELSSOHN Trinity TCL020581 op. 72 2021–2023: Grade 7 | Extended Edition Boosey 15. NORTON Prelude II Country Preludes M060104886 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 16. PETER-HORAS Sarah Trinity TCL020581 2021–2023: Grade 7 | Extended Edition Assez modéré (no. 1 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020307 17. POULENC from Trois mouvements 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions) or TCL020581 perpétuels) Piece no. 11 18. PROKOFIEFF Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 6–8 Trinity TCL015395 (from Visions fugitives) Andante (2nd movt from 19. SCHUBERT Piano Sonata no. 13 in A Piano Sonatas vol 1 Henle HN146 major, D 664) 20. SCHWERTSIK XII (from Albumblätter) Albumblätter — Collected Piano Works Boosey M060131134 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 21. TURINA Fiesta (from Miniatures) Trinity TCL020581 2021–2023: Grade 7 | Extended Edition Thames 22. WARLOCK Folk-Song Prelude no. 2 Folk-Song Preludes THA978353

= Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books † Young Composers’ Competition winner: Grade 7 — see trinitycollege.com/YCC for more information 69 Piano: Grade 7

Own composition Own compositions must be comparable in Candidates may perform an own composition technical and musical demand to the pieces instead of one of the listed pieces. More listed for this grade. Suitable features include: information can be found on page 16. ◗ Modulation ◗ Use of irregular time signatures Duration: ◗ Use of any key 3–4 minutes

TECHNICAL WORK Candidates prepare all sections. See page 17 for further details. Scales and arpeggios are in Trinity’s Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015: Grades 6–8 and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 7 | Extended Edition. Exercises are in Trinity’s Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 7 (both editions). 1. SCALES (from memory) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Ab and E major or ◗ G# and E minor (harmonic and f mf melodic minor) min. or p or legato or four hands crescendo/ = 130 staccato octaves together ◗ Chromatic scale in similar motion a q diminuendo minor 3rd apart, left hand starting ( p — f — p ) on C and right hand starting on Eb min. two hands ◗ E major scale in 3rds legato = 70 mf octaves separately q 2. ARPEGGIOS (from memory, in similar motion unless specified otherwise) — Examiners select from the following:

◗ Ab and E major ◗ G# and E minor f or mf legato or four or or ◗ Diminished 7ths starting on Ab and E min. p staccato octaves hands crescendo/ = 110 together ◗ Dominant 7ths in the keys of Ab and E q diminuendo ( p — f — p ) two ◗ E major contrary motion legato octaves 3. EXERCISES (music may be used) — Candidates prepare three exercises: 1a or 1b, 2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b. Candidates choose one exercise to play first. Examiners then select one of the remaining two prepared exercises to be performed. 1a. A Lazy Summer’s Day for tone, balance and voicing 1b. Pensive 2a. Raindrops for co-ordination 2b. The Clifftop Citadel 3a. Interrupted Arabesque for finger & wrist strength and flexibility 3b. Go for Baroque 70 Piano: Grade 7

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates prepare: Candidates perform an improvisation based on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural or Improvisation ◗ Stylistic Sight reading ◗ Motivic After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates ◗ Harmonic perform a previously unseen musical extract Responses must use both hands. See pages at a level approximately two grades lower 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. than the exam being taken. See page 19 for the parameters.

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

i) Identify the time signature Listen to the piece twice ii) Comment on the dynamics Piano: Grade 7 iii) Comment on the articulation

Identify and comment on two other Harmonised Listen to the piece twice characteristics of the piece 8 bars Identify the key to which the music Major key modulates as subdominant, dominant or minor key Listen to the first four bars or relative minor of the piece once 2 3 4 6 Answers may alternatively be given as key names

Study a copy of the piece, Locate the changes and describe them and listen to it twice with as pitch (melody line only) or rhythm three changes

71 Piano: Grade 8 Piano: Grade 8

PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces chosen from the lists below, containing at least one piece from each group. An own composition may be played instead of one of the listed pieces. See pages 15–16 for further guidance. Trinity’s 2021–2023 graded exam books are available in two editions: Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023. Both editions include the same 12 pieces, while the Extended Edition also includes nine extra pieces as a downloadable ebook. Pieces in these graded exam books are marked with .

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

Group A Prelude and Fugue in Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 1. J S BACH E major, BWV 854 (from The 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 Well-Tempered Clavier book 1) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2. J S BACH Prelude in G major, BWV 902 Trinity TCL020598 2021–2023: Grade 8 | Extended Edition No. 2 from Six Dances in Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 3. BARTÓK Bulgarian Rhythm (from 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 Mikrokosmos, Sz. 107, vol 6) Allegro (1st movt from 4. BEETHOVEN Piano Sonatas, op. 14 no. 1 & no. 2 Henle HN810 Sonata in G major, op. 14 no. 2) Feodora (from Album Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 5. CZERNY élégant des dames pianistes, 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 op. 804) Presto (6th movt from Suite Bärenreiter 6. HANDEL Keyboard Works vol 1 no. 3 in D minor, HWV 428) BA4224 Allegro con brio (1st movt 7. HAYDN from Sonata in D major, Piano Sonata in D major, Hob XVI:37 Henle HN177 Hob XVI:37) Moderato (1st movt Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 8. HAYDN from Sonata in G minor, Trinity TCL020598 2021–2023: Grade 8 | Extended Edition Hob XVI:44) Prelude 9. HENGEVELD Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 6–8 Trinity TCL015395 (from Partita rhythmique) Praeludium 10. HINDEMITH Ludus tonalis Schott ED3964 (from Ludus tonalis) Rondo (2nd movt from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 11. KUHLAU Sonatina in A major, 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 op. 59 no. 1) Allegro (1st movt from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 12. MOZART Trinity TCL020598 Sonata in Bb major, K 570) 2021–2023: Grade 8 | Extended Edition Vif (3rd movt from Suite 13. POULENC Suite for Piano Chester CH02076 for Piano) Fanfarinette and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 14. RAMEAU La triomphante Trinity TCL020598 2021–2023: Grade 8 | Extended Edition (from Suite in A minor) Sonata in C, K 513, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 15. D SCARLATTI ‘Pastorale’ 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598

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Group B

Allegretto (1st movt Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 1. BARTÓK Trinity TCL020598 from Suite, op. 14) 2021–2023: Grade 8 | Extended Edition

Scottish Legend (no. 1 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 2. BEACH from Two Pieces, op. 54) 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 D’un vieux jardin (no. 1 from 3. BOULANGER Trois morceaux pour piano Schirmer GS33485 Trois morceaux pour piano) Intermezzo in B minor, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 4. BRAHMS Trinity TCL020598 op. 119 no. 1 2021–2023: Grade 8 | Extended Edition Nouvelle étude in Ab major 5. CHOPIN (from 3 nouvelles études, The Complete Etudes Wiener UT50205 B.130) Minstrels (from Préludes Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 6. DEBUSSY Trinity TCL020598 book 1)** 2021–2023: Grade 8 | Extended Edition Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 7. DRING Blue Air (from Colour Suite) 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 Capriccio (no. 1 from 8. FAURÉ Pièces brèves, op. 84 Peters EP7601 Pièces brèves, op. 84) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 9. GERSHWIN Prelude no. 2 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 Andaluza (no. 5 from Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 10. GRANADOS Danzas españolas) 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 Elegy Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 11. IRELAND Trinity TCL020598 (from A Downland Suite) 2021–2023: Grade 8 | Extended Edition Nelze Domluvit! (Lost for Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 12. JANÁCˇEK Words!) (no. 6 from On an 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 Overgrown Path) 13. JENNINGS Romance Miniature Suite, op. 18 Goodmusic GM108 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 14. JOPLIN The Cascades 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 MA & ZHANG N, Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 15. Remote Xianggelila Trinity TCL020598 arr. ZHANG Z 2021–2023: Grade 8 | Extended Edition Piano: Grade 8 The Oscar Peterson Trio: Hal Leonard 16. PETERSON Land of the Misty Giants Canadiana Suite HL00672543 17. POULENC Nocturne no. 8 Nocturnes Heugel HE33336 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises Trinity TCL020314 18. SCIARRA Romance† 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions) or TCL020598 October (from The Seasons, 19. TCHAIKOVSKY The Seasons, op. 37a Peters EP8968 op. 37a) 20. TURINA Las zapatillas del torero Raise the Bar Piano: Grades 6–8 Trinity TCL015395

** Through the inclusion of the pieces from the 2018–2020 syllabus, the Grade 8 piece Prelude no. 12 (‘Minstrels’) by Debussy is again available for candidates to play in exams during 2021–2023. Debussy’s music is infused with influences from musical cultures across the world. At the time this piece was written, a popular form of European entertainment was that of the minstrel show, which often involved white performers with blackened faces. Rather than a musical style or genre, the minstrel shows were often based upon a characterisation of black musicians and the music they played — one that is unacceptable by today’s standards. Debussy is thought to have encountered such performances in Europe in the early 1900s; he composed Prelude no. 12 (‘Minstrels’) shortly afterwards, in 1909–1910. Rather than removing this piece from our syllabus this year, we decided to take this opportunity to highlight the problematic contexts in which some established works in the classical music canon were created. = Pieces in Trinity’s graded exam books † Young Composers’ Competition winner: Grade 8 — see trinitycollege.com/YCC for more information 73 Piano: Grade 8

Own composition Own compositions must be comparable in Candidates may perform an own composition technical and musical demand to the pieces instead of one of the listed pieces. More listed for this grade. Suitable features include: information can be found on page 16. ◗ Wide range of expressive techniques ◗ Creative use of form Duration: ◗ Extended techniques, wide range, 3.5–5 minutes chromaticism and rhythmic variation ◗ Use of any key

TECHNICAL WORK Candidates prepare all sections. See page 17 for further details. Scales and arpeggios are in Trinity’s Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015: Grades 6–8 and Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 8 | Extended Edition. Exercises are in Trinity’s Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023: Grade 8 (both editions). 1. SCALES (from memory) — Examiners select from the following: ◗ F#, Eb and B major f or mf ◗ F#, Eb and B minor min. or p or legato or four hands (harmonic and melodic minor) crescendo/ = 140 staccato octaves together ◗ Chromatic scales in similar q diminuendo motion starting on F#, Eb and B ( p — f — p ) ◗ B major scale in 3rds min. two hands mf legato ◗ = 80 octaves separately C harmonic minor scale in 3rds q 2. ARPEGGIOS (from memory, in similar motion unless specified otherwise) — Examiners select from the following: ◗ F#, Eb and B major ◗ F#, Eb and B minor ◗ Diminished 7ths starting on F#, Eb f or mf legato or four and B min. or p or staccato octaves hands crescendo/ ◗ Dominant 7ths in the keys of F#, = 120 together q diminuendo Eb and B ( p — f — p ) ◗ Eb major contrary motion two legato ◗ F# minor contrary motion octaves 3. EXERCISES (music may be used) — Candidates prepare three exercises: 1a or 1b, 2a or 2b, and 3a or 3b. Candidates choose one exercise to play first. Examiners then select one of the remaining two prepared exercises to be performed. 1a. Persuasion for tone, balance and voicing 1b. Effectuoso 2a. A Big Romance for co-ordination 2b. Stage Lights 3a. That Mariachi Touch for finger & wrist strength and flexibility 3b. West Side Storeys 74 Piano: Grade 8

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates prepare: Candidates perform an improvisation based on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural or Improvisation ◗ Stylistic Sight reading ◗ Motivic After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates ◗ Harmonic perform a previously unseen musical extract Responses must use both hands. See pages at a level approximately two grades lower 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. than the exam being taken. See page 19 for the parameters.

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

i) Identify the time signature Harmonised Listen to the piece once ii) Comment on the dynamics iii) Comment on the articulation 12–16 bars Piano: Grade 8 Identify and comment on three other Major key Listen to the piece twice or minor key characteristics of the piece Study a copy of the piece, 2 3 4 6 5 Locate the changes and describe them and listen to it twice with as pitch or rhythm three changes

75 Piano Accompanying: Grades 5–8 Piano Accompanying: Grades 5–8

EXAM DURATION EXAM STRUCTURE The Grade 5 exam The Grade 6 exam The Piano Accompanying exams contain lasts 16 minutes lasts 22 minutes the following: Maximum Grade 5 marks

PIECE 1 22

The Grade 7 exam The Grade 8 exam PIECE 2 22 lasts 22 minutes lasts 27 minutes

PIECE 3 22

TECHNICAL WORK 14

◗ Extracts

SUPPORTING TESTS 20

Any TWO of the following:

◗ Sight reading ◗ Aural ◗ Improvisation ◗ Musical knowledge

TOTAL 100

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Maximum Grades 6–8 marks

PIECE 1 22 Piano Accompanying: Grades 5–8 PIECE 2 22

 PIECE 3 22

TECHNICAL WORK 14

◗ Extracts

SUPPORTING TEST 1 10

◗ Sight reading

SUPPORTING TEST 2 10

ONE of the following:

◗ Aural ◗ Improvisation

TOTAL 100

77 Piano Accompanying: Grade 5 Piano Accompanying: Grade 5

PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces, one from each group. It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide and rehearse with the soloist(s) for the pieces in groups A and B.

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

Group A

VOICE

1. ARNE When Daisies Pied Selected Songs Cramer 90142 Schirmer GS26114 2. PERGOLESI Se tu m’ami, se sospiri 24 Italian Songs and Arias (medium high), GS26115 (medium low) Novello NOV170265 3. PURCELL Music for a While (from Oedipus) 15 Songs and Airs set 2 (high), NOV170266 (low) VIOLIN

Six Sonatas for Violin and Andante (3rd movt from Sonata 4. J S BACH Obbligato Harpsichord, Bärenreiter BA5118 no. 1 in B minor, BWV 1014) BWV 1014–1019 vol 1 Allegro (2nd movt from Sonata 5. CORELLI Violin Sonatas, op. 5 vol 2 Wiener UT50236 in E minor, op. 5 no. 8) FIOCCO, arr. 6. Allegro in G Schott ED11963 BENT & O’NEILL CELLO

7. LE FLEMING Air Air and Dance Chester CH56275 8. NORTON Rough Justice Microjazz Cello Collection 2 Boosey M060111136 FLUTE

Siciliano (2nd movt from 9. J S BACH Flute Sonatas vol 1 Peters EP4461AA Sonata no. 2 in Eb, BWV 1031) Woodwind World Flute 10. COWLES Busy Lizzie Trinity TCL320049 book 4 11. RUTTER Prelude Suite antique OUP 9780193586918 CLARINET

Woodwind World Clarinet 12. DRUSCHETZKY Allegro Trinity TCL350039 book 3 13. LUTOSŁAWSKI Dance Prelude no. 2 5 Dance Preludes Chester CH55171

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Group B

VOICE

FAURÉ, IMC 1601 (high), 1602 1. Chanson d’amour 30 Songs ed. KAGEN (medium), 1131 (low) Peters EP20a (high), 2. SCHUBERT Du bist die Ruh, D 776 Lieder vol 1 EP20b (medium), EP20c (low) Boosey M060028434 VAUGHAN (in F), M060028441 3. Linden Lea WILLIAMS (in G), M060028458 (in A) VIOLIN

Larghetto (2nd movt from

4. DVORˇÁK Peters EP9363 Piano Accompanying: Grade 5 Sonatina in G, op. 100) Chanson de matin 5. ELGAR Chanson de matin, op. 15 no. 2 Novello NOV120431R & Chanson de nuit SHOSTAKOVICH, Romance 6. Fentone F399–401 arr. FRASER (from The Gadfly, op. 97) CELLO

7. SQUIRE Romance Stainer 2284 12 Morceaux faciles, 8. TROWELL Méditation Schott ED11212 op. 4 vol 3 FLUTE

Meadow-Sweet (The Queen Woodwind World Flute 9. COWLES Trinity TCL320032 of the Water Meadows) book 3 10. RUTTER Chanson Suite antique OUP 9780193586918 CLARINET

11. FINZI Carol Five Bagatelles, op. 23 Boosey M060030253 Woodwind World Clarinet 12. HARRIS Daydreams Trinity TCL350046 book 4

Group C

PIANO SOLO

BIZET, Entr’acte (Andantino in Eb 1. Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 arr. GRANT-JONES from Carmen) FAURÉ, Agnus Dei 2. Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 arr. GRANT-JONES (from Requiem) VIVALDI, Propter magnam gloriam 3. Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 arr. GRANT-JONES (from Gloria) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Trinity TCL020284 4. VARIOUS Any piece Exercises 2021–2023: or TCL020567 Grade 5 (both editions) 79 Piano Accompanying: Grade 5

TECHNICAL WORK Aural Candidates prepare all extracts set for Candidates answer questions based on a single Grade 5 technical development in Trinity’s musical example played on the piano by the Piano Plus 2. examiner. See page 20 for more information. Examiners choose three extracts to be The aural test requirements for Grade 5 performed in the exam. are below.

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates perform an improvisation based Candidates choose TWO of the following: on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural ◗ Stylistic ◗ Improvisation ◗ Motivic ◗ Musical knowledge ◗ Harmonic Responses must use both hands. See pages Sight reading 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates perform a previously unseen musical extract Musical knowledge at a level approximately two grades lower than the exam being taken. See page 19 for Candidates answer questions assessing their the parameters. understanding of the pieces performed, as well as their knowledge of notation. Questions are based on candidates’ chosen pieces. See pages 28–29 for example questions and responses.

Aural questions

Parameters Task Requirement

i) Clap the pulse on the second playing, Listen to the piece twice stressing the strong beat ii) Identify the time signature i) Identify the changing tonality Harmonised Listen to the piece twice ii) Identify the final cadence as perfect, plagal, imperfect or interrupted 8 bars Identify the interval as minor or major Major key Listen to two notes from the second, minor or major third, perfect or minor key melody line played consecutively fourth or fifth, minor or major sixth, 2 3 4 6 minor or major seventh or octave Study a copy of the piece, and i) Identify the bar in which the change listen to it once as written and of rhythm occurred once with a change of rhythm and a change of pitch (both ii) Identify the bar in which the change changes are in the melody line) of pitch occurred

80 Piano Accompanying: Grade 6 Piano Accompanying: Grade 6

PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces, one from each group. It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide and rehearse with the soloist(s) for the pieces in groups A and B.

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

Group A

VOICE

Schirmer GS26114 1. CALDARA Sebben, crudele 24 Italian Songs and Arias (medium high), GS26115 (medium low)

FAURÉ, IMC 1601 (high), 1602 Piano Accompanying: Grade 6 2. Clair de lune, op. 42 no. 2 30 Songs ed. KAGEN (medium), 1131 (low) 3. RUTTER All Things Bright and Beautiful OUP 9780193420625 VIOLIN

Six Sonatas for Violin and Allegro (4th movt from Sonata 4. J S BACH Obbligato Harpsichord, Bärenreiter BA5118 no. 1 in B minor, BWV 1014) BWV 1014–1019 vol 1 Giga — Allegro (4th movt from Sonatas, op. 5 nos. 7, 10 5. CORELLI Stainer 7406A Sonata in D minor, op. 5 no. 7) & 12 CELLO

6. LE FLEMING Dance Air and Dance Chester CH56275 7. VIVALDI Any Allegro movement 6 Sonatas for Cello Schott ED4927 FLUTE

Allegro (4th movt from Eleven Sonatas for Flute 8. HANDEL Bärenreiter BA4225 Sonata in F, HWV 369) & Basso Continuo 9. RUTTER Waltz Suite antique OUP 9780193586918 CLARINET

10. LUTOSŁAWSKI Dance Prelude no. 1 Dance Preludes Chester CH55171 Allegro animato (2nd movt 11. SAINT-SAËNS Durand DF01006300 from Clarinet Sonata, op. 167 )

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Group B

VOICE

FAURÉ, IMC 1601 (high), 1602 1. Après un rêve 30 Songs ed. KAGEN (medium), 1131 (low) Sweet Chance, That Led My Boosey M060032691 2. HEAD Steps Abroad (in D), M060032707 (in F) Peters EP20a (high), 3. SCHUBERT An die Musik, D 547 Lieder vol 1 EP20b (medium), EP20c (low) VIOLIN

Chanson de matin 4. ELGAR Chanson de nuit, op. 15 no. 1 Novello NOV120431R & Chanson de nuit 5. ELGAR Salut d’amour Schott ED11174–02 FAURÉ, 6. Sicilienne, op. 78 Peters EP7386 arr. HOWAT CELLO

7. ELGAR Chanson de nuit, op. 15 no. 1 Novello NOV120943 Elégie, op. 24 & Sicilienne, 8. FAURÉ Sicilienne, op. 78 Peters EP7385 op. 78 FAURÉ, 9. Après un rêve IMC 540 arr. CASALS FLUTE

10. FAURÉ, arr. BIGIO Sicilienne, op. 78 Chester CH55156 Suite de trois morceaux, 11. GODARD Idylle Chester CH55136 op. 116 12. MOWER The Great Outside Landscapes Itchy Fingers IFP34 CLARINET

Adagio (2nd movt from Concerto 13. MOZART Bärenreiter BA4773–38 for Clarinet and Piano, K 622) Suite from The Victorian 14. READE Prelude Weinberger JW485 Kitchen Garden

Group C

PIANO SOLO BORODIN, arr. Polovtsian Dance 1. Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 GRANT-JONES (no. 17 from Prince Igor) HANDEL, arr. And with His Stripes We 2. Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 GRANT-JONES Are Healed (from Messiah) HAYDN, arr. Come, Gentle Spring 3. Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 GRANT-JONES (from The Seasons) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Trinity TCL020291 4. VARIOUS Any piece Exercises 2021–2023: or TCL020574 Grade 6 (both editions) 82 Piano Accompanying: Grade 6

TECHNICAL WORK Aural Candidates prepare all extracts set for Candidates answer questions based on a single Grade 6 technical development in Trinity’s musical example played on the piano by the Piano Plus 2. examiner. See page 20 for more information. Examiners choose three extracts to be The aural test requirements for Grade 6 performed in the exam. are below.

SUPPORTING TESTS Improvisation Candidates perform an improvisation based Candidates prepare: on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural or improvisation ◗ Stylistic ◗ Motivic Sight reading ◗ After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates Harmonic perform a previously unseen musical extract Responses must use both hands. See pages at a level approximately two grades lower 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. than the exam being taken. See page 19 for Piano Accompanying: Grade 6 the parameters.

Aural questions

Parameters Task Requirement

i) Identify the time signature Listen to the piece twice ii) Comment on the dynamics iii) Comment on the articulation

Identify and comment on two other Listen to the piece twice Harmonised characteristics of the piece 8 bars Identify the key to which the music Major key modulates as subdominant, dominant Listen to the first four bars or relative minor of the piece once 2 3 4 6 Answers may alternatively be given as key names

Study a copy of the piece, Locate the changes and describe them and listen to it twice with two as pitch or rhythm changes to the melody line

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PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces, one from each group. It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide and rehearse with the soloist(s) for the pieces in groups A and B.

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

Group A

VOICE

1. BERLIOZ Villanelle Les nuits d’été Bärenreiter BA5784–90 2. GURNEY Desire in Spring 20 Favourite Songs OUP 9780193453920 3. SULLIVAN Orpheus with His Lute Cramer VIOLIN

4. GADE Allegro vivace (no. 2) Fantasy Pieces, op. 43 Hansen WH03537 Allegro (2nd movt from 5. HANDEL Sonatas vol 2 Peters EP4157b Sonata no. 4 in D, HWV 371) Allegretto (2nd movt from 6. MOZART Violin Sonatas vol 1 Peters EP7579a Sonata in G, K 301) CELLO

7. BERKELEY Andantino, op. 21 no. 2a Chester CH00945 STRAVINSKY, 8. Russian Maiden’s Song Boosey M060027017 arr. MARKEVITCH FLUTE

9. BENNETT Allegro tranquillo (no. 1) Summer Music Novello NOV120560 Allegro (2nd movt from Eleven Sonatas for Flute 10. HANDEL Bärenreiter BA4225 Sonata in E minor, HWV 359b) and Basso Continuo CLARINET

MOZART, Larghetto (2nd movt from 11. Boosey M060038617 arr. HYDE Clarinet Quintet in A, K 581) 12. SCHUMANN Zart und mit Ausdruck (no. 1) Fantasiestücke, op. 73 Henle HN416

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Group B

VOICE

1. CHAUSSON Le colibri 20 Songs IMC 1130 (high), 1131 (low) New Imperial Edition of 2. ELGAR Is She Not Passing Fair? Boosey M051904303 Tenor Songs IMC 1601 (high), 1602 3. FAURÉ Ici-bas 30 Songs (medium), 1131 (low) Peters EP71765 (high), 4. SCHUMANN Der Nussbaum The Art of Song: Grade 6 EP71766 (medium), EP71767 (low) VIOLIN

5. KREISLER Liebeslied (Love’s Sorrow) Schott BSS29029 MASSENET, trans. 6. Méditation (from Thaïs) UMP M224400861 MARSICK CELLO

7. FAURÉ Berceuse, op. 16 Hamelle HA9060

The Swan (from The Carnival Piano Accompanying: Grade 7 8. SAINT-SAËNS Durand DF00376700 of the Animals) FLUTE

Allegro moderato 9. ARRIEU Amphion DA00012600 (1st movt from Sonatine) 10. ROUSSEL Krishna Joueurs de flûte, op. 27 Broekmans 1573 CLARINET

Lento quasi andante 11. HOROVITZ Novello NOV120541 (2nd movt from Sonatina) Allegretto (1st movt from 12. SAINT-SAËNS Durand DF01006300 Clarinet Sonata, op. 167)

Group C

PIANO SOLO

Wir setzen uns mit Tränen J S BACH, 1. nieder (from St Matthew Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 arr. GRANT-JONES Passion) BIZET, Entr’acte (Allegro vivo) 2. Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 arr. GRANT-JONES (no. 24 from Carmen) VERDI, Va, pensiero (Chorus of the 3. Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 arr. GRANT-JONES Hebrew Slaves) (from Nabucco) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Trinity TCL020307 4. VARIOUS Any piece Exercises 2021–2023: or TCL020581 Grade 7 (both editions)

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TECHNICAL WORK Aural Candidates prepare all extracts set for Candidates answer questions based on a single Grade 7 technical development in Trinity’s musical example played on the piano by the Piano Plus 2. examiner. See page 20 for more information. Examiners choose three extracts to be The aural test requirements for Grade 7 performed in the exam. are below.

Improvisation SUPPORTING TESTS Candidates perform an improvisation based Candidates prepare: on a stimulus chosen from the following ◗ Sight reading three options: ◗ Aural or improvisation ◗ Stylistic ◗ Motivic Sight reading ◗ Harmonic After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates perform a previously unseen musical extract Responses must use both hands. See pages at a level approximately two grades lower 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. than the exam being taken. See page 19 for the parameters.

Aural questions

Parameters Task Requirement

i) Identify the time signature Listen to the piece twice ii) Comment on the dynamics iii) Comment on the articulation

Identify and comment on two other Harmonised Listen to the piece twice characteristics of the piece 8 bars Identify the key to which the music Major key modulates as subdominant, dominant or minor key Listen to the first four bars or relative key of the piece once 2 3 4 6 Answers may alternatively be given as key names

Study a copy of the piece, Locate the changes and describe them and listen to it twice with as pitch (melody line only) or rhythm three changes

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PIECES Candidates perform a balanced programme of three pieces, one from each group. It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide and rehearse with the soloist(s) for the pieces in groups A and B.

Composer Piece Book Publisher & Code

Group A

VOICE Boosey M060030833 ARMSTRONG 1. Five Eyes (G minor), M060030840 GIBBS (Bb minor) Hark! The Echoing Air 2. PURCELL Novello NOV952908 (from The Fairy Queen) Boosey M060021732 (in C), 3. QUILTER Love’s Philosophy M060021749 (in D) Peters EP20a (high), EP20b 4. SCHUBERT Der Musensohn, D 764 Lieder vol 1 (medium), EP20c (low) Peters EP20a (high), EP20b 5. SCHUBERT Die Forelle, D 550 Lieder vol 1 (medium), EP20c (low) Piano Accompanying: Grade 8 VIOLIN Six Sonatas for Violin and Allegro (4th movt from 6. J S BACH Obbligato Harpsichord, Bärenreiter BA5118 Sonata no. 3 in E, BWV 1016) BWV 1014–1019 vol 1 Allegro (1st movt from Concerto 7. J S BACH Bärenreiter BA5189–90 in A minor, BWV 1041) 8. GADE Allegro molto vivace (no. 4) Fantasy Pieces, op. 43 Hansen WH03537 Minuetto (2nd movt from 9. MOZART Violin Sonatas vol 1 Peters EP7579a Sonata in E minor, K 304) Allegro molto (1st movt from 10. SCHUBERT Stainer 35592 Sonatina in D, op. 137 no. 1) CELLO MENDELSSOHN, 11. Song Without Words, op. 109 Stainer R2247 ed. POPOV Allegro (2nd movt from Sonata 12. SHOSTAKOVICH Peters EP4748 in D minor, op. 40) FLUTE Allegro moderato (1st movt 13. J S BACH from Sonata no. 2 in Eb, Flute Sonatas vol 1 Peters EP4461AA BWV 1031) Presto (3rd movt from Sonata 14. J S BACH Flute Sonatas vol 1 Peters EP4461AA no. 1 in B minor, BWV 1030) Allegro ritmico (1st movt 15. MATHIAS OUP 9780193577824 from Sonatina, op. 98) 87 Piano Accompanying: Grade 8

CLARINET

16. GADE Allegro molto vivace (no. 4) Fantasy Pieces, op. 43 Hansen WH03537 17. LUTOSŁAWSKI Dance Prelude no. 3 Dance Preludes Chester CH55171 Allegro con fuoco (1st movt 18. POULENC from Sonata for Clarinet Chester CH70972 and Piano)

Group B

VOICE

1. ELGAR The Shepherd’s Song Banks BSS2029 2. HOWELLS Come Sing and Dance OUP 9780193454514 Boosey M060022272 3. RACHMANINOV Vocalise, op. 34 no. 14 (high), M060022289 (medium) Alfred 17611 (high), 4. SCHUMANN Widmung, op. 25 no. 1 Gateway to German Lieder 17617 (low) VIOLIN Finale: Allegro (4th movt 5. DVORˇÁK Peters EP9363 from Sonatina in G, op. 100) Andante (2nd movt from 6. MENDELSSOHN Peters EP1731 Concerto in E minor, op. 64) RACHMANINOV, 7. Vocalise, op. 34 no. 14 Boosey M060112010 arr. SILLITO CELLO RACHMANINOV, 8. Vocalise, op. 34 no. 14 Boosey M060112027 arr. WALLFISCH SAINT-SAËNS, 9. Allegro appassionato, op. 43 Stainer R10020 ed. POPOV FLUTE 10. GAUBERT Madrigal, op. 9 no. 1 Enoch M230566853 Allegretto malincolico (1st movt 11. POULENC Chester CH01605 from Sonata for Flute and Piano) CLARINET Allegretto grazioso (3rd movt 12. BRAHMS 2 Sonatas, op. 120 Peters EP3896 from Sonata no. 1 in F minor) Andante con moto (3rd movt 13. BRAHMS from Sonata no. 2 in Eb) 2 Sonatas, op. 120 Peters EP3896 (without Allegro section) 14. SCHUMANN Lebhaft, leicht (no. 2) Fantasiestücke, op. 73 Henle HN416

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Group C

PIANO SOLO BEETHOVEN, Ode to Joy (chorus from 1. Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 arr. GRANT-JONES Symphony no. 9 in D minor) Wie lieblich sind deine BRAHMS, 2. Wohnungen (from Ein Piano Plus Trinity TCL003034 arr. GRANT-JONES Deutsches Requiem) Piano Exam Pieces Plus Trinity TCL020314 3. VARIOUS Any piece Exercises 2021–2023: or TCL020598 Grade 8 (both editions)

TECHNICAL WORK Aural Candidates prepare all extracts set for Candidates answer questions based on a single Grade 8 technical development in Trinity’s musical example played on the piano by the Piano Plus 2. examiner. See page 20 for more information. Examiners choose three extracts to be The aural test requirements for Grade 8 performed in the exam. are below.

Improvisation SUPPORTING TESTS Candidates perform an improvisation based Candidates prepare: on a stimulus chosen from the following three options: ◗ Sight reading Piano Accompanying: Grade 8 ◗ Aural or improvisation ◗ Stylistic ◗ Motivic Sight reading ◗ Harmonic After 30 seconds’ preparation time, candidates perform a previously unseen musical extract Responses must use both hands. See pages at a level approximately two grades lower 20–27 for the requirements and parameters. than the exam being taken. See page 19 for the parameters.

Aural questions

Parameters Task Requirement

i) Identify the time signature Harmonised Listen to the piece once ii) Comment on the dynamics 8 bars iii) Comment on the articulation Identify and comment on three other Major key Listen to the piece twice or minor key characteristics of the piece Study a copy of the piece, Locate the changes and describe them and listen to it twice with 2 3 4 6 5 as pitch or rhythm three changes

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The following list covers all publications listed in this syllabus. Publisher abbreviations used in the repertoire lists are printed in bold capital letters. Many publishers have different distributors in different countries. UK distributors are indicated where applicable — please contact publishers directly for details of local agents in other countries.

ALFRED BROEKMANS ENOCH

Alfred Publishing Broekmans & Van Poppel Enoch & Co alfred-music.co.uk broekmans.com enoch-editions.com c/o Faber CHESTER EVC AMPHION Chester Music Ltd EVC Music Editions Amphion c/o Hal Leonard elenacobb.com durand-salabert-eschig.com c/o Hal Leonard CRAMER FABER

BANKS Cramer Music Ltd Faber Music Ltd cramermusic.co.uk fabermusic.com Banks Music Publications banksmusicpublications.co.uk DURAND FENTONE

BÄRENREITER Editions Durand Fentone Music Ltd durand-salabert-eschig.com c/o Hal Leonard Bärenreiter Ltd c/o Hal Leonard baerenreiter.com FORBERG DVFM BÄRENREITER PRAHA Forberg Music Deutscher Verlag für Musik c/o Hal Leonard c/o Bärenreiter c/o Breitkopf FORSYTH BOOSEY EMB Forsyth Brothers Ltd Boosey & Hawkes Music Editio Musica Budapest Ltd forsyths.co.uk Publishers Ltd emb.hu boosey.com c/o Faber GOODMUSIC

BREITKOPF ENCORE Goodmusic Music Publishers goodmusicpublishing.co.uk Breitkopf & Härtel Encore Publications breitkopf.com encorepublications.com c/o MDS

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GUMBLES LEMOINE SPARTAN

Gumbles Publications Les Editions Henry Lemoine Spartan Press Music Publishers Ltd gumblespublications.co.uk henry-lemoine.com spartanpress.co.uk c/o Faber HAL LEONARD STAINER MDS Hal Leonard Ltd Stainer & Bell Ltd halleonardeurope.com Music Distribution Services Ltd stainer.co.uk mdslondon.co.uk HAMELLE THAMES MUSICA FERRUM Editions Hamelle Thames Publishing Publishers c/o Hal Leonard Editions Musica Ferrum c/o Hal Leonard musica-ferrum.com HANSEN TRINITY NOVELLO Edition Wilhelm Hansen Trinity College London Press

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The following Trinity publications support Piano CDs 2021–2023 this syllabus. All are available from The CDs are an alternative to the audio included trinitycollege.com/shop or from your with the Extended Edition. local music shop. Initial TCL021038 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 | Extended Edition Grade 1 TCL021045 ◗ 21 exam pieces: 12 in the printed book plus Grade 2 TCL021052 nine included as a downloadable ebook Grade 3 TCL021069 ◗ Performance notes for all 21 pieces ◗ New technical work exercises Grade 4 TCL021076 ◗ Scales and arpeggios Grade 5 TCL021083 ◗ Downloadable audio for all 21 pieces Grade 6 TCL021090 Initial TCL020512 Grade 7 TCL021106 Grade 1 TCL020529 Grade 8 TCL021113 Grade 2 TCL020536 Raise the Bar Piano Grade 3 TCL020543 Initial–Grade 2 TCL015372 Grade 4 TCL020550 Grades 3–5 TCL015389 Grade 5 TCL020567 Grades 6–8 TCL015395 Grade 6 TCL020574 Grade 7 TCL020581 Piano Dreams Grade 8 TCL020598 Solo Book 1 TCL015334 Solo Book 2 TCL015341 Piano Exam Pieces Plus Exercises 2021–2023 Duet Book 1 TCL015358 ◗ 12 exam pieces Duet Book 2 TCL015365 ◗ Performance notes ◗ New technical work exercises Piano Scales & Arpeggios from 2015 Initial–Grade 5 TCL012982 Initial TCL020239 Grades 6–8 TCL012999 Grade 1 TCL020246 Grade 2 TCL020253 Sight Reading Piano Grade 3 TCL020260 Initial–Grade 2 TCL020482 Grade 4 TCL020277 Grades 3–5 TCL020499 Grade 5 TCL020284 Grades 6–8 TCL020502 Grade 6 TCL020291 Grade 7 TCL020307 Grade 8 TCL020314

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Piano Sound at Sight (2nd series) Book 1 (Initial–Grade 2) TCL009180 Book 2 (Grades 3–5) TCL009197 Book 3 (Grades 5–6) TCL009203 Book 4 (Grades 7–8) TCL009210

Piano Sound at Sight (original series) Book 1 (Initial–Grade 2) TCL002648 Book 2 (Grades 3–5) TCL002655 Trinity publications Book 3 (Grades 5–6) TCL002679

Piano Plus TCL003034

Piano Plus 2 TCL003041

Specimen Aural Tests from 2017 Book 1 (Initial–Grade 5) TCL015808

 Book 2 (Grades 6–8) TCL015815

Theory of Music Workbooks Grade 1 TG006509 Grade 2 TG006516 Grade 3 TG006523 Grade 4 TG006530 Grade 5 TG006547 Grade 6 TG007476 Grade 7 TG007483 Grade 8 TG007490

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