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New Books for Students, 2018

Trinity College Music ExamsPlease note that we will switch to Trinity graded music exams and no longer use the ABRSM syllabus for practical exams. Theory exams remain with ABRSM.

Scale Book
Grades 1 to 5 (including Initial)
Grades 6 to 8

Musicianship Test (please print both sections and bring to your lesson)

Aural Tests (see videos below)
Purchase the relevant graded subscription online (free tests also available):
http://www.e-musicmaestro.com/auraltests/free

Aural Books
Initial to Grade 5
Grades 6 to 8

Initial (Pre-Grade 1)
Pieces & Scale book listed above
Theory

Grade 1
Pieces & Scale book listed above
Theory

Grade 2
Pieces & Scale book listed above
Theory

Grade 3
Pieces & Scale book listed above
Theory

Grade 4
Pieces & Scale book listed above
Theory

Grade 5
Pieces & Scale book listed above
Theory
Sight-Reading

Grade 6
Pieces & Scale book listed above
Theory
Sight-Reading

Grade 7
Pieces & Scale book listed above
Sight-Reading

Grade 8
Pieces & Scale book listed above
Sight-Reading

Entries are now open for the 6th annual Dulwich Music Festival piano competition in London

london-piano-competition-entries-now-openEntries are now open for the 6th annual Dulwich Music Festival piano classes sponsored by Portico. There are competitive graded classes plus non-competitive beginner and own choice classes. The competition is open to pianists from all areas, not just Dulwich. 
 

The competition takes place at The Old Library at Dulwich College in London SE21 on Sunday 11 June 2017. Classes are limited so early entry is advised. http://www.dulwichmusicfestival.co.uk/piano-festival-dulwich-college/

Beginner Duet with Teacher class (Non-Competitive)
[ENTER CLASS]
Set Piece. 
Spinning Around (Primo Part) from Magic Beans! by Ben Crosland [Buy Book]

Beginner Duet with Teacher Piano Festival

Own Choice Solo (Non-Competitive)
[ENTER CLASS]
Under 18s class. One piece of up to 2 minutes duration.

GRADED EXAM CLASSES

Rules of Eligibility: Any students that have already passed this grade are not eligible to enter this class and are advised to enter the higher grade class. If an incorrect class is entered, you will have to purchase a new ticket. We do not offer refunds for any reason so do ensure you have checked with your teacher before entering this class. Classes may be combined with adjacent grades depending on number of entries received.

Syllabus: One piece from any current graded exam syllabus (LCM, Trinity, ABRSM, Rockschool etc). Own choice pieces are not permitted. Please bring a photocopy of the piece for the adjudicator and announce the name and composer before you play.

GRADE 1
GRADE 2
GRADE 3
GRADE 4
GRADE 5
GRADE 6
GRADE 7
GRADE 8

ADULT CLASS: Own choice piece of up to 5 minutes.

Portico

Register now for our annual Student Recital & Awards Ceremony

Student Piano Recital @ 1901 Arts Club Waterloo LondonOur annual Student Informal Piano Recital will be held on Sunday 22 January at the 1901 Arts Club in Waterloo. Register by the 1st of December to secure your space.

The event is open to all students including beginner pianists so do come along and perform, even if you have only had a few lessons. You can play any piece that you like including solos or a duet.

The 1901 Arts Club is a Victorian salon that has a beautiful Steinway grand piano. The venue is in Waterloo. The 176 bus stops nearby or you can take the Overground from Denmark Hill or Peckham Rye and switch to the Jubilee line to Waterloo.

Due to the venue size, we will hold two events of one hour duration at 10.45 and 11.45. We will confirm the time of your recital one all students have registered. Please sign up by the 1st of December 2016. Tickets are only available online. Siblings welcome to attend.

Nb: We do not refund tickets for any reason.

Online ticket sales only: https://billetto.co.uk/en/events/annual-awards-ceremony-student-recital-se22