Get extra help with the technical side of grade exams
Arm yourself for success - demystify exams with hints and tips on what to expect with rockschool Companion Guides.
The technical aspects of an exam can be the most daunting. Banish the fear of the unknown with these essential reference guides for Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals and Band Based Keys, use with your grade book to get the best results.
Rockschool is committed to making music examinations practical, flexible and fun, so you can concentrate on enjoying the exam - yes we did say enjoy the exam!
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Guitar
Bass
Drums
Vocals
Band Based Keys
Guitar Companion Guide
Debut - Grade 8
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3 CDs of audio for improvisation and interpretation tests, ear tests and quick study pieces
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Examples of general musicianship questions asked at each grade
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Examples of sight reading, improvisation and interpretation, ear tests and quick study pieces ( in standard notation and TAB) at each grade
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Essential reference guide for teachers
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Great for students wanting to practice between lessons
Bass Companion Guide
Debut - Grade 8
Buy online from musicroom.com
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3 CDs of audio for improvisation and interpretation tests, ear tests and quick study pieces
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Examples of general musicianship questions asked at each grade
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Examples of sight reading, improvisation and interpretation, ear tests and quick study pieces ( in standard notation and TAB) at each grade
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Essential reference guide for teachers
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Great for students wanting to practice between lessons
Drums Companion Guide
Debut - Grade 8
Buy online from musicroom.com
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3 CDs of audio for improvisation and interpretation tests, ear tests and quick study pieces
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Examples of general musicianship questions asked at each grade
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Examples of sight reading, improvisation and interpretation, ear tests and quick study pieces ( in standard notation) at each grade
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Essential reference guide for teachers
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Great for students wanting to practice between lessons
Vocals (male and female) Companion Guide
Debut - Grade 8
Buy online from musicroom.com
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3CDs of audio for rhythm exercises, phrasing and dynamics, backing vocals, aural tests and quick study pieces.
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Examples of rhythm exercises, phrasing and dynamics, backing vocals, general musicianship questions, aural tests and quick study pieces.
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Tips on how to approach the exams
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Essential reference guide for teachers
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Great for students wanting to practice between lessons
Band Based Keys Companion Guide
Debut - Grade 5
Buy online from musicroom.com
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2CDs of audio for improvisation, interpretation and ear tests.
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Examples of sight reading
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Examples of general musicianship questions
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Technical exercises - printed in full
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Introductions for each section with tips for practising and advice on how to approach the exam
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Essential reference guide for teachers
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Great for students wanting to practice between lessons