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THE PUBLIC MUSIC & SPEECH EXAMINATION BOARD

This official syllabus of the GUILD are purposely designed to meet the needs of Private Teachers,
Professional Musicians, Members of the Acting Profession and Education Institutions, as well as to cater for
those of the large company, if not the majority, of music and drama lovers whose desire is to pursue the
study and practice of their art chiefly for its aesthetic and spiritual values, if not for professional reasons.

Because of the character of its constitution as revealed in the “Article of Association” the GUILD is
particularly suited for such a purpose. Therefore, the examination Lists will be found to be comprehensive,
catering for the academically minded, the performing artist, and for those who seek recreation, cultured
selfexpression and the development of a rewarding and satisfying professional life.

All of the work is carefully graded, and teachers preparing students for GUILD examination will have a
very useful outline upon which to develop their lessons. GUILD examinations provide for a wide range of
abilities and give an excellent goal for students in their music studies. They develop a sense of purpose and
direction and can be undertaken in addition to other activities, as they are not meant to be the only music
event in a student’s year.

The report provides a reliable assessment of a candidate’s progress, and contributes, through comments and
marks, to the student’s development.

In all GUILD syllabus, teachers will find the requisites of a ready planned system of training for their
students, in which due regard to the need for a broadly based knowledge and skill has been carefully
integrated throughout the Grades and Diploma areas, so as to encourage personal music development to the
limit of the individual.

It is the sincere desire of the GUILD council that the continuing growth of the GUILD national Music &
Speech education program, and of these highly developed and often innovative syllabus, will especially aid
teachers and their students in the furtherance of their personal studies and interests, thereby enhancing the
appreciation of the musical and dramatic arts in the community at large.

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 CONTENTS

1. Music Examination Options 03

2. Examination Information 05
3. Grade + Level Preliminary 10
4. Grade + Level One 12
5. Grade + Level Two 16
6. Grade + Level Three 21
7. Grade + Level Four 25
8. Grade + Level Five 29
9. Grade + Level Six 34
10. Grade + Level Seven 39
11. Proficiency Certificate + Level Eight 44
12. Associate Diploma 49
13. Professional Performance 53
14. Licentiate Performer Diploma 54
15. Licentiate Teacher Diploma 58
16. Diploma Public Performance 62
17. Fellowship Diploma 63

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 GUILD PRACTICAL
MUSIC EXAMINATION OPTIONS
Option 1 : Practical GRADE Examinations Option 2 : Performance LEVEL Examinations
(with Technical works) (without Technical works)

Grade Preliminary Level Preliminary

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Grade One Level One

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Grade Two Level Two

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Grade Three Level Three

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Grade Four Level Four

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Grade Five Level Five

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Grade Six Level Six

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Grade Seven Level Seven

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Proficiency Certificate Level Eight

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Associate Diploma Professional Performance
{AAGM} {P.Dip.AGM}

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Licentiate Diploma (Performer or Teacher) Diploma in Public Performance
{LAGM (P)}{LAGM (TD)} {Dip.PP.AGM}

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Fellowship Diploma
{FAGM}

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Option 1 : GRADE Examinations Option 2 : LEVEL Examinations

Grade Preliminary to Grade 5 Level Preliminary to Level 5

Technical work 20 Marks List A 20 Marks

List B 20 Marks
List A 20 Marks List C 20 Marks
List B 20 Marks List D 20 Marks
List C 20 Marks
Summary 20 Marks
Sight Reading 7 Marks
Ear Test 7 Marks
General Knowledge 6 Marks

Grade 6 to Proficiency Certificate Level 6 to Level 8

Technical work 16 Marks List A 16 Marks

List B 16 Marks
List A 16 Marks List C 16 Marks
List B 16 Marks List D 16 Marks
List C 16 Marks List E 16 Marks
List D 16 Marks
Summary 20 Marks
Sight Reading 7 Marks
Ear Test 7 Marks
General Knowledge 6 Marks

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 Examination Information
1. EXAM ENTRIES

Open to public entries from individual, schools, corporations, etc.

Exam are held twice yearly :- May/June (closing date 31st March)
Nov/Dec (closing date 31st August)

Latest exam forms and fees can be obtained @ www.guildexam.com

2. EXAMINATION MUSIC.

All of the chosen music provides a basis for a sound foundation and a pleasing repertoire. A few items in the
Examination Lists are published in a number of alternative versions. Care should be taken to ensure that the
correct standard for the specific grade level is used, as edition of the same work often differ markedly. It
should be remembered that no arrangement of any work in this Syllabus (including Own Choice) is
acceptable for examination. However, arrangements can be used in the GUILD Modern Piano Syllabus.

3. “OWN CHOICE”.

As an aid to individual student development, an “Own Choice” section is included in every Grade and
Diploma List throughout the entire Syllabus. In Grade 1 and 2, the “Own Choice” selection is left to the
discretion of the teacher and/or the candidate. Teachers need not refer to the GUILD for approval of a
substituted work in these two grades unless, it is normal procedure to apply to the GUILD for permission to
include “Own Choice” works in a candidate’s examination program.

A photocopy of the first page of the work, together with return postage, should be forwarded to the GUILD
office. If approved, the “Own Choice” work will be given the GUILD stamp and dated. The candidate’s
name and level of examination will be recorded. Teachers who wish to apply substitute works with “Own
Choice” selection are advised to apply to the GUILD before preparing the student for examination. This is
to avoid any disappointment should the works selected is not approved for the examination. All “Own
Choice” approval letters are required to be kept by the teachers/schools and must be presented to the
examiner upon request during the exam.

4. MEMORY.

Although not in Grade requirement, the playing of all music from memory is to be encouraged as many
benefits can be derived from playing from memory. Style, skill and confidence often develop considerably
in this way as the student’s attention is not diverted by the need to continually look at the printed page.
Memory work is required in the Associate and Licentiate Diploma practical examinations.

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5. TECHNICAL CONTROL.

Technical control of the Pianoforte is very important. The wrist must not sag. The correct hand wrist, arm
and finger action is a basic technical requirement, and will always be commented upon in an Examiner’s
Report if this technique is neglected.

6. PERFORMANCE.

Teachers and students should not overlook the importance of personal style development. This is in
accordance with GUILD philosophy in developing self-esteem and personal skill. But, attention to different
styles and accuracy of music in general must not be neglected. It should always be born in mind that the
music, which has been chosen for the examination, must be played with absolute precision and accuracy in
respect of the demands of the period and of the composer’s intention. It is expected that teachers and
candidates will give careful consideration to the development of technical skill and musical ability so that
the necessary styling demands of the music to be adequately met.

7. THE SUSTAINING PEDAL.

Pedalling is very important and should not be lightly dismissed by teachers or students. The correct seating
posture and position at the keyboard is essential as the incorrect or ineffective use of the sustaining pedal is
a frequent cause of unsatisfying performance at examinations. The importance of having a sound knowledge
of the mechanism, function and technique of this essential for good pianoforte playing and it should be used
from the earliest of levels. The not uncommon reference by students to the sustaining pedal as the ‘loud
pedal’ reflects a misconception that is not confined only to candidates. Indeed, some teachers either forbid
or severely restrict the use of this pedal because of the fear that the student. By keeping it depressed all the
time without due thought to the musical consequences of this action, will not only play loudly, but also blur
the harmonic or contrapuntal outlined of the music. But avoiding a problem does not resolve it. Students
should be trained to ‘listen’ to their own playing, and if this were done, over or under-use of the pedal
would soon cease. The idea that the pedal(s) should be avoided until the higher grade are reached is both
musically and technically naïve and unsound. Too much pedal is an evil which can never be tolerated, but
too little pedal is a greater evil because it is too often tolerated. The latter fault makes the pianoforte a
somewhat expressionless instrument, often countering the style, mood and content of the piece. Not until a
pianist has reached an acceptable standard of pedal technique, can a claim of satisfactory mastery over the
instrument be made. Therefore, for the purpose of these examinations, the musical use of the pedal will be
expected.

Often, music does not have any pedal markings, but this editing is not to be interpreted as an indication that
the pedal is not to be used. Even in the music of Bach, judicious use of the sustaining pedal to assist in
holding notes for their required length is acceptable. But, a developed pedaling skill, together with great
care is require in this practise. As generally, pedaling is not recommended in the music of this composer, for
the polyphonic lines are then blurred. The Examiner will expect a reasonable degree of musical pedal
control from the candidate commensurate with the Grade or Diploma level being attempted.

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8. GUILD SUPPLEMENTARY BOOK.

This outstanding and essential Pianoforte Supplementary Student Book includes all necessary technical
requirements for every examination from Grade One through to the Proficiency Certificate. The book is
valid for the Modern Piano, Pianoforte, Digital and Electronic Keyboards and contains all Scales and
Arpeggios required in GUILD examination. In addition Chords, Chord Symbols, Chord Progression,
Technical Exercise, Rhythms and a new and extensive article on improvisation are included. It is therefore
essential that every student has a personal copy of this supplementary book for practiced or examination use.
The book is copyrighted and photocopies of individual pages are not to be used.

9. SCALES AND ARPEGGIOS.

The minimum suggested tempo is always given with each Grade. Scales are based on FOUR notes to the
metronome marking. Arpeggios are based on THREE notes to the given metronome indication but it is also
advisable to practise them in-group of FOURS at a similar and comfortable tempo.

Although not listed as examinable in grade requirements, students in their own interest, should nevertheless
be familiar with all scales and arpeggios from previous grades. Examiners MAY sometimes request a
different from those listed to arrive at an appropriate decision.

• Fluency, accuracy and clarity of all scale and arpeggio requirements are essential. Students are
advised not to be satisfied with uneven and careless playing as poor control affects the playing and
examination result considerably.
• Reasonable tempo modification is allowed, if necessary, in Grade Two and above, for the playing of
Scales in contrary motion, 3rds, 6ths, 10ths, double octaves and staccato touch. But in every case the
technical level of each grade should be duly regarded.
• Finger staccato touch (not a detached touch) is required in addition to the normal legato touch for
scales in Grade Two and above at the Examiner’s discretion.
• Tonal graduation:-ppp – fff. Crescendo (ascending) and decrescendo (descending) is required for
scales from Grade Five and above: - again at the Examiner’s discretion.
• Suggested scales and arpeggio speeds are listed in the technical section of each Grade examination.
Rhythmic and notional accuracy in all scales arpeggios must never be sacrificed for uncontrolled
speed in playing. Reasonable fluency in technical work is insisted upon in all Grades examinations
and plodding tempos should be guarded against.
• Any recognized standard edition of scales and arpeggios may be used. Correct fingering an all scales
and arpeggios is ESSENTIAL.

10. CHORD PROGRESSION

These are examination requirements in the Pianoforte Syllabus at Grade Five, Six, Seven and Proficiency
Certificate level. The chords are generally used in these progressions are basic triads and should be ideally
played in the pianoforte style or in four part vocal style. However, until skill developed, the chords can be
played in any position in the right hand with the left hand generally completing the chord with a Tonic
octave. The purpose of these progressions is to develop a basic knowledge of the importance of correct
chord use in both practical and theoretical music. All chord progressions for Grade Five, Six, Seven and the
Proficiency Certificate are given in detail in the Student Supplementary Book.
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11.CHORDS

Candidates should know all of the chords (modern or otherwise) which are listed for each grade, as the
Examiner will always ask for some of these. However, it is realized that there are many other chords used in
the examination music, which candidates choose and which are not shown in the chord list in the Technical
Work section of the examination requirement. These additional chords are not examinable, but teachers
should always make certain that their students are thoroughly familiar with them. It is important to give the
student this knowledge and skill so that adequate individual development is not unduly retarded.

12. SIGHT READING

This essential skill will always be tested in an examination. The tests given will generally reflect the key
signature and technical requirements of the grade level being examined. Therefore it is necessary for
teachers to insist that their students give each day to the development of this skill. Always train the student
to look well ahead and to be ready for what is coming along. Candidate will be allowed a time to practise
their sight reading prior to being asked to perform it, from which point they wil be assessed.

13. “SUMMARY’ IN PERFORMANCE EXAM.

Candidates who are taking Performance Exam should prepare a short information segment in a small folio
about each piece being played. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room and
candidates are required to announce the pieces performed and present as if for a performance. In addition,
this is also section for examiner to make overall comment of the full examination. This included general
musicality, control, presentation etc. The SUMMARY takes all of this into account. Please refer to each
specific Level for further details.

14. GRADINGS & PASS MARKS.

100 ~ 96 = High Distinction

95 ~ 90 = Distinction
89 ~ 85 = Honours
84 ~ 80 = B+ Credit
79 ~ 75 = B Credit
74 ~ 70 = C+ Pass
69 ~ 65 = C Pass
64 ~ 0 = Not Grade Standard {NGS} (No certificate issued)

Minimum Pass marks are as below:

Grade 1 to 5 = Minimum Pass of C 65 marks. Grade
6 to Diploma = Minimum Pass of C+ 70 marks.

In addition, Examiners sometimes use NGS when marking a particular section in an examination. This is
always an indication that much more work remains to be accomplished in that section.
DIPLOMA EXAMINATIONS are either Pass or Not Diploma Standard {NDS}, Minimum Pass 70 marks

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15. ASSESSMENT.

In the examination assessment of candidates, Examiners will carefully consider the following points:-

• Poise, musical control & co-ordination, style, tone and interpretation

• Effective use of the sustaining pedal. Technical control of the fingers, hands, wrists and arms.
• The ability of the candidate to employ the concept of economy of movement in muscular control at
the keyboard. No excessive or wasteful movement

16. DESCRIPTION OF MODERN CHORD SYMBOLS.

Although this listing is given in the key of C, the same construction and symbol applies to all keys.

1. SINGLE LETTER is always a Major or a Minor chord. (Triad)

eg C or Cmaj = C E G. Cm = C Eb G

2. SEVENTH CHORD is always the major triad and a minor 7th. This
chord is traditionally known as the Dorminant 7th of the key to which it
belongs. In this case, the key of F
eg C7 = C E G Bb

3. MINOR SEVENTH CHORD is always the minor triad and minor 7th.
eg Cm7 = C Eb G Bb

4. MAJOR SEVENTH CHORD is always the major triad and major 7th. eg
Cmaj7 = C E G B Gmaj7 = G B D F#

5. DIMINISHED CHORD is always every 3rd semitone. egCdim or Co =

C Eb Gb Co7 = C Eb Gb Bbb

6. AUGMENTED CHORD is always a major 3rd and Augmented

5th .egCaug or C+ = C E G# Caug7 or C + 7 = C E G# B or
Bb

7. A SIXTH CHORD is an added major 6th to a major or a minor triad. eg

C6 = C E G A Cm6 = C Eb G A Bb6 = Bb D F G
Bbm6 = Bb Db F G

8. NINTH CHORD. Modern ninth chords always use as a Major 9th

interval from the root note. There are several types of ninth chords.
Refer to one of the many chord books commercially available. eg C9
= C E G Bb D Cmaj7(9) or Cmaj9 = C E G B D

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 GRADE PRELIMINARY
Examination Time: 15 minutes Minimum Pass: 65 marks

1) Technical Work : 20 marks

Scales : One octave, Hands together

Major C
One octave, Hands separate
Major G, D, F Major
Harmonic Minor A
CONTRARY MOTION
Major C, G

Broken Chords : Hands separate, One octave, (Ascending only)

Major C

Chords : C, G, F, G7, Am
The right hand plays the chord in any position
The left hand plays the tonic as an octave

2) Sight Reading : 7 marks

A short simple phrase for the LEFT HAND. Two bars in 4/4 time or four bars in ¾ time.
Consisting of minims and crotchets. All in the five position.

3) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a short two bar phrase played twice by the examiner. No note value
smaller than a crotchet

Pitch : To state which is the higher or lower of two notes played consecutively by the examiner in the
immediate range above Middle C. Not less than a third apart. First time f forte. Within the octave above
middle C. Second time p piano. Within the octave below middle C.

4) General Knowledge : 6 marks

The candidate will be asked questions on rudiments such as the Brace, Bar-lines, Double bar-lines,
Stave or Staff, Clefs, Semibreves, Minims and Crotchets. All simple dynamic signs. - Crescendo,
diminuendo, p, mp, f, mf, as found in the examination music. Also key and time signatures, triplets,
tones and semitones.

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 5) Performance : 60 marks

Candidates are required to perform THREE contrasting pieces :- (3 X 20 marks)

Carl Czerny Study Op. 139 No 3

Cornelius Gurlitt Allegretto in D from Everybody’s Perfect Masterpieces. Vol 1
Dulcie Holland Donkey Trot from Picture Pieces for Young Pianists
Daniel Turk Arioso from Everybody’s Perfect Masterpieces. Vo l 2
Elissa Milne Smooth and Crunchy, Salt and Pepper, Flaneur, Fusspot, or Safari(choose one) from
Very Easy Little Peppers [Faber]
Gail Smith Floating on the Raft, Swaying Palm Trees, The Elephant Walk, The Sea Turtle,
The Surf Rider(choose one) from Opus Three
K. Kunz Canon No 120
Margaret Goldston Toccatina, Ragtime, Etude (choose one) from Musical Miniatures [Alfred 6597]
Pam Wedgwood Track 1 or Ping-Pong(choose one) from Really Easy Jazzin' About [Faber]
5,6,8 10,19(choose one) from Up-Grade! Piano Grades 0-1 [Faber]
Pauline Hall Driving Force, Tick Tock Boogie, Hop Skip and Jump, Tango for starters,
Temper tantrum tango(choose one) from Piano Time Jazz Book 1 [Oxford]
Thomas Dunhill Gavotte in G,The Old Abbey (choose one) from First Year Pieces
Own Choice Non Approval Required

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PERFORMANCE EXAM

PRELIMINARY LEVEL
Examination Time: 10 minutes Minimum Pass: 65 marks

In addition to the normal grade examination, performance exam is also available for candidates who prefer
purely performance only, no other technical work required.

1) Performance : 80 marks

Candidates are required to perform minimum FOUR contrasting pieces from the above list of selections.
The FOUR chosen pieces have a total of 20 marks each and will form a list of be submitted for the
examination. If the total performance time of the chosen pieces do not meet the minimum requirement of 6
minutes, the candidate is allowed to choose additional pieces but the marks will be sharedi.e 10 marks each
to make a total of 20 marks for that section.

2) Summary : 20 marks

Candidates are required to prepare a short information segment in a small folio about each piece being
played. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates are required to
announce the pieces performed and present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable
dress, musicality, control, presentation etc. all these take into account.
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 GRADE ONE
Examination Time : 15 minutes Minimum Pass : 65 marks

1) Technical Work : 20 marks

Scales : Hands together, Two octaves

Major C, G, D, F
Harmonic Minor A
Melodic Minor A
CONTRARY MOTION
Major C, G
Harmonic Minor A

Broken Chords : Hands separate, One octave (Three note groups. Ascending & Descending)
Major C, G

Chords : C, G, G7, F, Am, Dm (Right Hand : Any position ; Left hand : Tonic octave)

2) Sight Reading : 7 marks

A short simple phrase with no note shorter than a crotchet. Either 8 bars in common time, or 8
bars or more in 2/4 or 3/4 time. In the keys of C, G and F major only. Hands separate.

3) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a short two bar phrase played twice by the Examiner. No note value
smaller than a quaver.

Intervals : To hum or sing and identify any note of the C Major common chord. The candidate can use either
letter names, degree names, solfa or intervals (1.3.5.8) when answering.

Pitch : To state which is the higher or lower of any two notes played consecutively by the Examiner. To
hum or sing the Tonic at the end of a short unfinished descending melody played by the Examiner.

4) General Knowledge : 6 marks

General questions based upon the music performed. Including note and rest values, staff, clefs,
accidentals, time and key-signature. Simple signs and terms found in the examination pieces.
The outline given is a guide to the candidate. The Examiner may choose to ask any reasonable
question relative to the grade in order to reach an assessment

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 5) Performance : 60 marks

Candidates are required to perform THREE contrasting pieces from either Option A (traditional pieces) or
Option B (modern pieces) :- (3 X 20 marks)

Option A : Traditional Selection :-

Anton Diabelli Bagatelle from More Classics to Moderns Vol 1 [Yorktown]
Sonatina Op 151, no 1, 1st movement [IMP17]
Arnold Krug Study in G from [Guild]
Bela Bartok No 24, 25, 30, 32 (choose one) from Mikrokosmos Vol 1[B&H][
No 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, (choose one) from Musical Cameos For Children [B&H. Allans]
No 13(C), 14(B) (choose one) from First Term at the Piano [Ed Musica Budapest]
Beard Kara No 6 from 10 Two Part Inventions [EMI]
Beyer.F. Study in D, C (choose one) [Allans]
Beethoven Ecossaise from [Guild]
Burgmuller Op 100, no 1,2,5,11,12 (choose one) from 25 Progressive Studies [IMP3]
Carl Czerny No 23, 25, 27, 28 (choose one) from First Instructor Op 599 [Allans]
No 8, 11, 12, 21, 24, 27 (choose one) from 31 Easy Exercise Op 139 [Allans]
No 10, 12 (choose one) from Studies Op 777 [IMP542]
D.Brunner Study in C from [Guild]
Duvernoy Op 176, no 1, 4, 5, 6 (choose one) from Elementary Studies [IMP142]
Dimitri Kabalevsky Country Dance Op 39 No 17 [B&H]
Hopping from 24 Little Pieces [Allans]
Dulcie Holland Bird in the Tree, March Around Town (choose one) from Five Everyday Pieces [IMP1070]
Felix Le Couppey Study in C. Op 17 no 7 [Allans]
Ferdinand Beyer Study in D from [Guild]
Faye Campion Tiahn’s Tune from [Guild]
The Pebble Beach from [Guild]
Georg Telemann Gavotte from [Guild]
Georg Bohm Menuetfrom [Guild]
Handel No.1, 8, 9, 13, 17 (choose one) from A Handel Album for Piano Solo [Univ13040E]
Henry Lemoine Study in G. Op 37 no 8 [Allans]
Henri Bertini Op 137, no 1,2,12,14 (choose one)from Elementary Studies Book 1
Ivan Holmes Day’s End from [Guild]
J.S.Bach No 3, 4, 5, 6 (choose one) from Children's Bach [IMP354]
Musette English Suite 3, BWV 808 [Henle]
Air from [Guild]
James Hook Op 34, no 4 from A James Hook Album [Novello]
Op 81, no 3, 5, 6, 9 (choose one) from A James Hook Album [Novello]
Johann Hummel Ecossaise from More Classics to Moderns Vol 1 [Yorktown]
Joan Last Chinese Mandarin, Marionette (choose one) In Changing Mood [OUP]
Lynn Freeman Olson Piano Etudes Book 1, no 1,5,10 (choose one) [Alfred]
Piano Etudes Book 2, no 13, 15, 16, 19, 22, 23 (choose one) [Alfred]
Louis Kohler Study Op 218 no 34 [Allans]
Muzio Clementi Sonatina Op 36, no 1, 1st or 2nd movement [Peter.IMP17]
Sonatina Op 36, no 3, 2nd movement [Peter.IMP17]
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Mozart Munuetto KV 1,KV 15C, Minuet KV2, Allegro KV 3, Menuetto in C KV 6
(choose one) from Mozart for Young Pianists [Alberts]
Miriam Hyde Graceful Dance from Children's Suite No 1 [Chappell]
Mirrie Hill Waltz from [Guild]
Purcell Minuette in D [Chester] or Rigaudonfrom [Guild]
Rudolf Beyer Study in C Op 101 no 83 from [Guild]
Reinecke Little Scherzo from Joy of Classics [Musical Sales]
Schumann Op 68 no 5 A Little Piece from Album for the Young [Allans.IMP 1259]
Soulima Stravinsky Carefree, On A Stroll, Follow the Leader (choose one) from
Piano Music for Children Vol 1[Anglo-Soviet]
Shostakovitch No 1, 3 (choose one) from Six Children's Pieces [B&H]
Thomas Attwood Sonatina 1st movement from [Guild]
Own Choice Non Approval Required
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Option B : Modern Selection :-

Allan Small Can Can, Cielen to Lindo, The Blue Danube, Santa Lucia, Rachmaninoff
Theme, Spanish Dance (choose one) from Very First Piano Solo Book [Alfred
538]
Christopher Norton Any titles from Christopher Norton Connections for Piano 1 [Frederick Harris]
Elissa Milne Rhyme Time from Little Peppers [Faber]
Slumber Song, Storm in a Tea Cup, Chase(choose one) from
Very Easy Little Peppers [Faber]
Edited by Victoria The Shark, Dream Echoes, Hide and Seek(choose one) from
McArthur Contest Winners Book 2[Alfred]
Fun Book 3 Western Skies, Jazz Sequences, Pop Goes the Weasel (choose one)from
Basic Piano Library [Alfred 2393]
Lynn Freeman Olson Zig Zag, Bugle Boy, Tropical Serenade, You are My April Song, Moonlight
Magic (choose one)from Pop Goes the Piano Book2 [Alfred 2528]
Margaret Goldston Highland Jig, Mountain Bike Ride, Ice Skaters, Horse Tricks (choose one) from
Traveling Fingers Book 1[Alfred 14667]
Canzonette, Fughetta, Sonata in Baroque Style, Rondino, Theme and Variations
on Twinkle Twinkle Little Star,Waltz, (choose one) from Musical Miniatures
[Alfred 6597]

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Martha Mier At The Dude Ranch from Imagine Book 2 [Alfred 11706]
Japanese Temple, Wallaby Hop Great Barrier Reef (choose one) from
Musical Snapshots Book 1 [Alfred]
Pauline Hall Saturday Stroll, Cowboy Blues, Come on and Boogie(choose one) from
Piano Time Jazz Book 1 [Oxford]
Pam Wedgwood In the Eyes of the Tiger, Wise Guy(choose one) from Really Easy Jazzin' About[Faber]
No. 7 or 13 (choose one) from Up-Grade! Piano Grades 0-1
Rollin Catherine Jazz Around the Clock from Jazz A Little Book 1 [Alfred 6659]
Recital Book 3 Chiapanecas, Teapot Gavotte (choose one) from Basic Piano Library Level 3 [Alfred 2115]
Recital Book 4 Sakaura from Basic Piano Library Level 4 [Alfred 2116]
Sonny Chua Cuckoo Fairy from Assorted Fairies [Hal Leonard]
Own Choice Non Approval Required

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PERFORMANCE EXAM

LEVEL ONE
Examination Time : 10 minutes Minimum Pass : 65 marks

In addition to the normal grade examination, performance exam is also available for candidates who prefer
purely performance only, no other technical works required.

1) Performance : 80 marks

Candidates are required to perform a minimum of FOUR contrasting pieces from the above list of
selections (either from Option A-Traditional Pieces, Option B-Modern Pieces or mixed combination of both
options). The FOUR chosen pieces have a total of 20 marks each and will form a list to be submitted for the
examination. If the total performance time of the chosen pieces do not meet the minimum requirement of 6
minutes, the candidate is allowed to choose additional pieces but the marks will be shared i.e.10 marks each
to make a total of 20 marks for that section.

2) Summary : 20 marks

Candidates are required to prepare a short information segment in a small folio about each piece being
played. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates are required to
announce the pieces performed and present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable
dress, musicality, control, presentation etc. all these take into account.

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 GRADE TWO
Examination Time : 15 minutes Minimum Pass : 65 marks

1) Technical Work : 20 marks

Scales : Hands together, Two octaves

Major F, Bb
Harmonic Minor D, E
Melodic Minor D, E
CONTRARY MOTION
Major F, D
Harmonic Minor D, E

Broken Chords : Hands separate, One octave (Four note groups. Ascending & Descending)

Major G
Minor D

Chords : F, Bb, C7, G7, F7, Am, Dm, Em

(Right Hand : Any position ; Left hand : Tonic octave)

2) Sight Reading : 7 marks

A short passage with no note shorter than a crotchet and with no accidentals.Hands together. In
the Keys of C.G.F Major only. In either 4/4,3/4 or 2/4 time.

3) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a four bar simple passage played twice by the Examiner in 2/4 time.
Undotted minims, crotchets and quavers.

Intervals: To hum or sing and identify any two notes of the C Major common chord. The Examiner will first
play the chord as an arpeggio before the two notes within the Compass Middle C-C. The candidate can use
either letter names, degree names, solfa or intervals (1.3.5.8) when answering.

Pitch : To hum or sing the tonic of a short descending or ascending phrase played by the Examiner

4) General Knowledge : 6 marks

General questions based upon the music performed. Terms, words and signs found in the music.
Time and key signatures, staccato, accent and all dynamic signs used in the examination pieces.
The outline given , is a guide to the candidate . The Examiner may choose to ask any reasonable
question relative to the grade in order to reach an assessment.

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 5) Performance : 60 marks

Candidates are required to perform THREE contrasting pieces from either Option A (traditional pieces) or
Option B (modern pieces) :- (3 X 20 marks)

Option A : Traditional Selection :-

Albert Loeschhorn Studies Op 65 no 8, 16, 25, 42 in E (choose one) [Allans. IMP542]
Anton Diabelli Sonatina Op 168 no 3 (1st and 2nd movements) [Peters]
Beethoven Sonatina in F (1st or 2nd movement ), Sonatina in G (1st movement)
(choose one) from Sonatinas for Young Pianists [Allans]
Bela Bartok Vol 1 no 10, 11,17 (choose one) from Musical Cameos.For Children [B&H]
Vol 2 no 8, 7 (choose one) from Musical Cameos.For Children
Burgmuller Op 100 no 6, 7, 8, 10, 21 (choose one) from 25 Progressive Studies
Cesar Frank Thinking from [Guild]
Carl.Czerny No 30, 39, 41, 43 (choose one) from First instructor Op 599[Allans]
No 19, 20, 25, 31 (choose one) from 31 Easy Exercises Op 13 [Allans] or [Guild]
No 21, 22 (choose one) from Studies Op 777 [IMP542]
Concone Etude in Bb Op 24 no 3 from [Guild]
C.P.E Bach March in D from [Guild]
Carl Reinecke Sonatina in C major (1st movement) from [Guild]
Duvernoy No 9, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18 (choose one) from Elementary Studies Op 176
[IMP142] or [Guild]
No 1, 2, 6, (choose one) from Elementary Studies Op 120 [IMP144]
DimitriKabalevsky No 1 from 15 Children’s Pieces [B&H]
No 20, 23 (choose one) from 24 Children’s Pieces [B&H]
Duicie Holland Around the Town, Flags in the Breeze, Lost, The Flower Seller,
Turning Homeward (choose one) from Selection of Pieces [IMP1069]
Sunday, Sea Murmurs (choose one) from 5 Story Pieces [EMI]
Friedrich Kuhlau Sonatina Op 55 no1 (1st or 2nd movements) [IMP17]
Sonatina Op 55 no 2 (1st movement)
Frank Lynes Sonatina in C Major Op 39 no 1 (1st movement) from [Guild]
Gurlitt Sonatina Op 214 no 4 (1st movement) [Albert 518]
Gretchaninoff Op 98 Lullaby from Children’s Book [Alfred]
Gary Featherstone Chocolate Soldiers from [Guild]
Gail Smith Gentle Waves from [Guild]
Handel Gavotte in G Minor from [Guild]
No 5 Menuett, No 10 Gavotte (choose one) from A Handel Album for Piano Solo
[Univ.13040E]
Haydn No 5, 6, 12 (choose one) from Twelve Easy Pieces for Piano Solo [Univ.157]
Hob XV1/9 Scherzo in F from Sonatinas for the Young Pianist [Albert 518]
Hob IX:3 12 Menuette from Dances for Piano [Urtext]
Henri Bertini Op 37 no 3, 5, 6, 7 (choose one) from Elementary Studies Book 1[IMP19] or [Guild]
Henri Lemoine Study in A Minor from [Guild]
Ivan Holmes Harmonic Study in C from [Guild]

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J.S. Bach Minuet in G Major from [Guild]
No 8, 12, 13, 14 (choose one) from Children’s Bach [IMP354]
No 2 in C major from 12 Small Preludes
James Hook No 14, 17, 18, 19 from A James Hook Album [ed Barsham-Elkin]
Jean Sibelium Valsette from Op 40 Pensees Lyriques [Breitkopf]
JenoTakacs Fandango, Snake Charmer, Spanish Donkey Driver (choose one) from
Double Dozen for Small Fingers [Universal]
Kessler.M. Builders from Easy Piano Pieces Book 3 [Boston.EMI]
Lemoine Studies Op 37 no 3, 20, 24, 27, 30 (choose one) [Allans]
Lynn Freeman Olson No 2, 6, 7, 11,12, 17 (choose one) from Piano Etudes Book 2 [Alfred]
MuzioClementi Sonatina Op 36 no 2 (1st movement) [Peters]
MirrieHill Flowers in the Breeze, Gavotte, The Rippling Waters (choose one) from
Child Fancies [IMP375]
Miriam Hyde Eastern Temple, Four Funny Frogs (choose one) from Little Sketch Book [Allans]
R. MacFarlane Alley Cat Can Can from [Guild]
Schumann Op 68 no 1 from [Guild]
Op 68 no 2, 3, 6,16 (choose one) from Album for the Young [IMP1259]
Shostakovitch No 4 from Six Children’s Pieces
Stephan Heller Study in D Op 235 no 12 [Allans]
Tchaikowsky No 1, 2, 5, 8, 9, 17 (choose one) from Op 39 Album for the Young [Allans]
Thomas Dunhill No 2, 3 (choose one) from from A Tiny Suite [Allans]
Wilfrid Holland Hopscotch from [Guild]
W.Babell Rigaudon from [Guild]
William James Priscilla, Sea Saw, Sleepy Time, Tiggy-Tiggy Touch Wood (choose one) from
5 Very Easy Piano Pieces [IMP301]
Own Choice Non Approval Required
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Option B : Modern Selection :-

Alexander.Dennis Tuesday’s child from Just For You Book 2 [Alfred 406]
Christopher Norton Any titles from Christopher Norton Connections for Piano 2 [Frederick Harris]
Dennis Alexander Forest Green from A Splash of Colour Book 1 [Alfred 268]
Boogie on Down, Brave Spirit Dancer, Mighty Mandarin, Trumpeters Three
(choose one) from First Show Stoppers [Alfred 14769]
Autumn Splendour, Sound The Trumpets, Fiesta Feverm Tuesday’s Child
(choose one) from Just For You Book 2 [Alfred 406]
Elissa Milne Three-legged Race from Very Easy Little Peppers [Faber]
Groovy Movie, Mozzie, Starlight, Cat's Whiskers(choose one) from
Easy Little Peppers [Faber]
Bumbleblue, Ashes, or Larrikin(choose one) from Even More Little Peppers [Faber]
Edited by Victoria Chimes, Night train, Elegy(choose one) from Contest Winners Book 2 [Alfred]
McArthur

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George Jon Unsquare Dance from Kaleidoscope Solos Book 4 [Alfred 689]
Sidewalk Tune, Autumn Leaves (choose one) from Kaleidoscope Solos Book 5
[Alfred 690]
Hartsell Randall Counting Starts (choose one) from Something Special Book 3 [Alfred 313]
Jazz Solos Homage to Chick Corea, Boogie to the Right (choose one) from
Jazz Sophisticat Book 1 [Alfred 14715]
Margaret Goldston Shy from Moods.Book 1 [Alfred 6678]
Fughetta or Sonatina in Classical Style(choose one) from Musical Miniatures [Alfred]
Flirty, Teasing (choose one) from Romances Book 1 [Alfred 6672]
Circus Boogie, Swinging Penguin (choose one) from Travelling Fingers Book 1
[Alfred 14667]
MarthaMier A Neat Beat, Seventh Street Blues, Sneaky Business (choose one) from
Jazz, Rags and Blues Book 1 [Alfred 6642]
Farewell Blues, Sophisticated Rag, Mexican Salsa Cha-Cha(choose one) from
Musical Snapshots Book 1 [Alfred]
Little White Church from Imagine Book 2 [Alfred 11706]
The whispering Wind, Moonlight Waltz (choose one) from
Romantic Impressions Book 1 [Alfred 6688]
Mike Cornick Blues in Two, Two-Part Invention(choose one) from Easy Jazzy Piano
[Universal Edition]
Pam Wedgwood Night Patrol, Popcorn, Moonlight Shadows, the Jumping Bean, Jammy Dodger,
A Sad Little Tie, Washing Up Blues(choose one) from
Really Easy Jazzin' About [Faber]
Pauline Hall Tea for One Cha-Cha, Homework Blues, Bus Stop Blues(choose one) from
Piano Time Jazz Book 1 [Oxford]
Rollin Catherine Boogie Band, Jam Session (choose one) from Jazz-a-Little Book 1 [Alfred 6659]
Sonny Chua Funky Fairy from Assorted Fairies [Hal Leonard]
Own Choice Non Approval Required.

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 PERFORMANCE EXAM

LEVEL TWO
Examination Time : 10 minutes Minimum Pass : 65 marks

In addition to the normal grade examination, performance exam is also available for candidates who prefer
purely performance only, no other technical works required.

1) Performance : 80 marks

Candidates are required to perform a minimum of FOUR contrasting pieces from the above list of
selections (either from Option A-Traditional Pieces, Option B-Modern Pieces or mixed combination of both
options). The FOUR chosen pieces have a total of 20 marks each and will form a list to be submitted for the
examination. If the total performance time of the chosen pieces do not meet the minimum requirement of 6
minutes, the candidate is allowed to choose additional pieces but the marks will be shared i.e.10 marks
each to make a total of 20 marks for that section.

2) Summary : 20 marks

Candidates are required to prepare a short information segment in a small folio about each piece being
played. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates are required to
announce the pieces performed and present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable
dress, musicality, control, presentation etc. all these take into account.

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 GRADE THREE
Examination Time : 20 minutes Minimum Pass : 65 marks

1) Technical Work : 20 marks

Scales : Hands together ,Two octaves

Major A, E, B
Harmonic Minor C, G
Melodic Minor C, G
CONTRARY MOTION
Major A, E
Harmonic Minor C, G

Broken Chords : Hands separate , One octave (Four note groups. Ascending & Descending)
Major F
Minor E

Arpeggios : Hands together, Two octaves (Root position, Ascending & Descending)
Major C, G
Minor A, E

Chords : A, E, B, Cm, Fm, Gm, D7, Dm7, A7, Am7

(Right Hand : Any position ; Left hand : Tonic octave)
The Examiner MAY also ask for any of the chords from previous grades

2) Sight Reading : 7 marks

A passage of 8 bars in 4/4, 3/4 or 2/4 time, in the keys of C, G or F Major. To be played by both
hands at the moderate speed of one crotchet = MM 100. No accidentals. But phrasing must be
observed.

3) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a simple four bar passage played twice by the Examiner in ¾ time.
Crotchets, quavers and dotted minims will be used.

Intervals : To hum or sing and identity any of the first FIVE notes of the major scales. The
Examiner will first play the tonic chord of the scale selected, then the five notes of the scale. (Not more
than 3 sharps or 3 flats), before playing one note and requesting the answer. The test will be given twice.
The candidate can use either letter names, degree names, solfa or intervals (1.2.3.4.5) when answering.

Tonality : To hum or sing and then identify as major or minor, a short diatonic phrase of 5-7 notes played
twice by the Examiner. No dotted rhythms used.

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 4) General Knowledge : 6 marks

General questions based on the music performed. All terms, signs, time signatures and key
signatures used in the chosen examination music. In addition, questions on scale information,
tetrachords, tones and semitones. The outline given, is a guide to the candidate. The Examiner
may choose to ask any reasonable question relative to the grade in order to reach an assessment.

5) Performance : 60 marks

Candidates are required to perform THREE contrasting pieces from either Option A (traditional pieces) or
Option B (modern pieces) :- (3 X 20 marks)

Option A : Traditional Selection :-

Albert Loeschhorn Study Op 66 no 25 from [Guild]
Anton Diabelli Sonatina Op 168 no 5 (1st movement) [IMP17]
Beethoven Bagatelle in A minor Op 119 no 9
Sonatina in F (choose one) from Sonatina Album [IMP17] Sonatina
in G (Moderato & Romanze) from [Guild]
Bela Bartok No 19, 25 (choose one) from 32 Piano Pieces [B7H]
Beard K No 8, 9 (choose one) from 10 Two Parts Inventions [EMI.Boston]
Burgmuller Op 109 no 1, 7 (choose one) from 18 Characteristic Studies [Allans]
Op 100 no 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 22, 23, 24, 25 (choose one) from
25 Progressive Studies [IMP3]
Carl Czerny No 50, 55, 61, 63, 85 (choose one) from First Instructor Op 599 [Allans]
Op 100 no 12, Op 139 no 42 (choose one) [Allans]
Sonatina Op 163 complete [Allans]
Chopin Mazurka Op 7 no 5 [IMP1075]
Cornelius Gurlitt Bolera Ballade from [Guild]
Daniel Purcel Hornpipe in D minor [Chester]
Duvernoy Op 176 no 19, 25 (choose one) from Elementary Studies [IMP!42]
Op 176 no 24 from [Guild]
Op 120 no 3, 4, 5, 8 (choose one) from Elementary Studies [IMP144]
Friedrich Kuhlau Sonatina Op 55 no 2 (last movement) [IMP17]
Greig Waltz Op 12 no 13 from [Guild]
Gail Smith Jake’s song Op 4 no 6 from [Guild]
Henri Bertini No 5, 7, 8, 11, 13, 17 (choose one) from Studies op 29
No 6, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18 (choose one) from 25 Studies Op 100 [IMP135]
Study Op 100 no 6 from [Guild]
Heller Stephen Op 45 no2 Studies [Afred]
Op 47, no 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 15, 16, 23 studies (choose one) [Peters]
Handel Minuet in F Major, Air, Sonatina in G major, Sonatina in Bb (choose one) from
An introduction to His Keyboard works [Alfred]
Sarabande no 6, Courante no 15, Gigue no 16 (choose one) from
A Handel Album for Piano Solo [UE13040E]

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Haydn No 1, 7, 8, 10, 11 (choose one) from Twelve Easy Pieces for Piano Solo [Univ157]
J.S.Bach No 17, 18, 19 (choose one) from Children’s Bach [IMP354]
No 8 Prelude in F (choose one) from Twelve Small Preludes
J.Concone Etude op 24 no 8 from [Guild]
Kerin Bailey Serenity, Winter Sun (choose one) from Six Sketches [Bailey Music]
Kabalevsky No 7 Toccatina from 15 Children’s Pieces [B&H]
Lynn Freeman Olson No 8, 9, 13, 16 (choose one) from Piano Etudes Book 2 [Alfred]
Mozart Andantina no 12 from Klavierstucke [Peter.NR4240a]
Muzio Clementi Sonatina op 36 no 2 (Allegretto : 3rd movement) from [Guild]
Sonatina op 37 no 1 (2nd & 3rd movement) [IMP14]
Peter Schulthorpe Left Bank Waltz, Sea Chant (choose one) from Two Easy Pieces [Faber]
Roderick MacFarlane Blues Ballad from [Guild]
Schumann Op 68 no 20, op 124 no 4 (choose one) from Album for the Young [MP1259]
Op 68 no 7, 8 (choose one) from [Guild]
Scarlatti Sonata no XXX1V from Sixty Sonatas Vol2 [Schirmer 1775]
Shostakovich Dance from Dance of Dolls [B&H]
Stphen Heller Study op 45 no 2 from [Guild]
Tobias Haslinger Sonatina in C (Allegro Moderato : 1st movement) from [Guild]
Theodor Kirchner Album Leaf op 7 from [Guild]
Tschaikowsky Op 39 no 10, 18 (choose one) from Album for the Young [Allans]
W.F.Bach Minuet, Allegro (choose one)from [Guild]
Own Choice Approval Required
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Option B : Modern Selection :-

Allan Small Sailor’s Hornpipe from Very First Piano Solo Book [Alfred 538]
Miss Kitty’s Ditty, Down-Home Boogie (choose one) from Jazz Sophisticat Book 1
[Alfred14715]
Christopher Norton Any titles from Christopher Norton Connections for Piano 3 [Frederick Harris]
Catherine Rollin Sailing, Summertime Daydream, By A Quiet Stream, Water Chase (choose one)
from Summer Vacation [Alfred 16609]
Jazz Hound from Solo Spectacular Book 2 [Alfred 14691]
Denise Alexander Neanderthal from First Shows Stoppers [Alfred 14769]
Lazy 6th Blues from Just For You Book 2 [Alfred 406]
Gentle Hearts from Just For You Book 3 [Alfred 407]
Three Bears A-Walkin [Alfred 14261]
Almost a Waltz from Just For You Book 2 [Alfred]
Elissa Milne Lizard, No Worries, Zig Zag, Jungle Jingle, Have a Nice Day(choose one) from
Even More Little Peppers [Faber]
Edited By Victoria Summer Ballad, Toccatina (choose one) from Contest Winners Book 2 [Alfred]
McArthur
E. L. Lancaster & Can't Help Falling in Love from Alfred Adult Piano Greatest Hits Level 3
Morton Manus [Alfred/Hal Leonard]
Lynn Freeman Olson Think of me, Highway Boogie, Give My Regards to Broadway (choose one)
from Pop Goes the Piano Book 2 [Alfred 2528]
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Mark Matthews Celestial, Definitely…maybe (choose one) from Five Poignant Preludes
[Australiancomposers.com]
Martha Mier Monkey on a Carousel from Imagine Book 2 [Alfred 11706]
Hold My Hand from Romantic Impression Book 1 [Alfred 6688]
Morning Has Broken [Alfred 14248]
Persistent Rhythm, Fickle Fourths, What a Glorius Day! (choose one) from
Jazz, Rags& Blues, Book 3 [Alfred]
Margaret Goldston All American Ragtime Band, Bourbon Street Blues, Bongo Beats, Dancing Boots,
The Windmill (choose one) from Traveling Fingers Book 2 [Alfred 14668]
Mike Cornick Waltz for Michael, Ragtime (choose one) from Easy Jazzy Piano [Universal Edition]
Own Choice Approval Required

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PERFORMANCE EXAM

LEVEL THREE
Examination Time : 15 minutes Minimum Pass : 65 marks

In addition to the normal grade examination, performance exam is also available for candidates who prefer
purely performance only, no other technical works required.

1) Performance : 80 marks

Candidates are required to perform a minimum of FOUR contrasting pieces from the above list of
selections (either from Option A-Traditional Pieces, Option B-Modern Pieces or mixed combination of both
options). The FOUR chosen pieces have a total of 20 marks each and will form a list to be submitted for the
examination. If the total performance time of the chosen pieces do not meet the minimum requirement of 10
minutes, the candidate is allowed to choose additional pieces but the marks will be shared i.e.10 marks
each to make a total of 20 marks for that section.

2) Summary : 20 marks

Candidates are required to prepare a short information segment in a small folio about each piece being
played. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates are required to
announce the pieces performed and present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable
dress, musicality, control, presentation etc. all these take into account.

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 GRADE FOUR
Examination Time : 20 minutes Minimum Pass : 65 marks

1) Technical Work : 20 marks

Scales : Hands together, Two octaves

Major Bb, Eb
Harmonic Minor F, B
Melodic Minor F, B
Chromatic C, C#
CONTRARY MOTION
Major Bb, Eb
Harmonic Minor F, B

Arpeggios : Hands together, Two octaves

(Root position, Ascending & Descending)
Major F, Bb
Minor D, G

Chords : Eb, Bb7, Cm7, Gm7, C6, G6, F6, Bb6

(Right Hand : Any position ; Left hand : Tonic octave)
The Examiner MAY also ask for any of the chords from previous grades

2) Sight Reading : 7 marks

A twelve bar passage in either the key of G,D,F Major or in A Minor in 3/4, 4/4, or 6/8 time.
Both hands together. Quavers and occasional accidentals will be used.

3) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a four bar phrase played by the Examiner in 3/4, or 4/4 time. Dotted
minims and dotted crotchets may be used.

Intervals: To hum or sing and identify any note of first SIX notes of the major scales. The
Examiner will first play the tonic chord of the scales selected, then the six notes of the scale. (Not more
than 4 sharps or 4 flats), before playing one note and requesting the answer. The test will be given twice.
The candidate can use either letter names, degree names, solfa or intervals (1.2.3.4.5.6) when answering.

Tonality : To hum or sing and then identify as major or minor, a short chromatic phrase 5-7 notes
played twice by the Examiner. Dotted rhythms may be used.

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 4) General Knowledge : 6 marks

General questions covering scale formation, tetrachords, tones and semitones, notation, rests,
main keys of the chosen pieces. Binary Form. Easy intervals above C. G and F (Major 3rd and
Perfect). The outline given is a guide to the candidate. The Examiner may choose to ask any
reasonable question relative to the grade in order to reach an assessment.

5) Performance : 60 marks

Candidates are required to perform THREE contrasting pieces from either Option A (traditional pieces) or
Option B (modern pieces) :- (3 X 20 marks)

Option A : Traditional Selection :-

Anton Diabelli Sonatina op 151 no 3 (1st movement in F) [Allans]
Sonatina op 168 no 4 (Allegro in Bb) [Allans]
Sonatina op 168 no 5 from Masterwork Classics Level 6 [Alfred 416]
Burgmuller Op 109 no 2, 3, 6, 14 (choose one) from 18 Characteristic Studies [Allans 3B]
Beethoven Bagatelle in F op 33 no 3, from Sieben Bagatelle HV20 [Henle]
Sonata op 49 no 2 (1st or 2nd movement) [Allans]
Bela Bartok No 13 from Musical Cameos [IMP496]
No 3 from Ten Easy Pieces For Piano [Allans]
Peasant Dance from Mikrokosmosvol 5 [B&H] For Children [Guild]
Carl Czerny No 1, 3, 4 (choose one) from School of Velocity Op 299 [IMP2]
Study no 2 Op 299 [Guild]
No 3, 5, 6 (in A), 8, 10, 19 (choose one) from Studies Op 636 [IMP134]
No 1, 3, 7, 11 (in G), 15, 16 (choose one) from Studies Op 849 [Allans]
C.P.E.Bach Solfeggio in C minor [Guild]
Chopin Mazurka no 1 in Bb op 7 [IMP1075]
Duvernoy No 7 from Elementary Studies op 176 [IMP144]
Study no 7 op 120 [Guild]
FriedrichKuhlau Sonatina op 55 no 4 (last movement) [IMP728]
Sonatina op 55 no 5 (1st movement) [ IMP42]
Felix Le Couppey Study in F op 20 no 3, Study in C op 20 no 7, Study in E op 20 no 19
(choose one)[Allans]
Gustav Merkel Sonatina in F (1st movement) [Guild]
Greig Edward The Watchman’s Song op 12 no 3 [Guild]
Glen Varney Dragon Train [Guild]
Handel Courante [Guild]
No 2, 6 (choose one) from Easy Piano Pieces [Peters-Hinrichsen no 3]
Suite no 4 in E minor Sarabande, Suite no 10 Allegro, Suite no 16 Allemande
(choose one) [Allans]
Haydn. Sonata in Bb Hob XVI/2 (Minuet & Trio), Sonata Hob XVI/11
(1st & 2nd movement) (choose one) from Sonatina For Young Pianists [Allans]
Henri Bertini Study no 18 op 100 [Guild]

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Heller Stephen No 3, 5, 6, 8, 10 (choose one) from Studies op 45 [Heller]
Study no 5 op 45 [Guild]
No 1, 10, 11 (in B minor), 23 (choose one) from Studies op 46 [Schirmer]
No 18, 19, 24 (choose one) from Studies op 47 [Peters]
Study in G op 125 no 5 [Allans]
Johann Krebs Allegro [Guild]
J.S. Bach Allemande, Short Works (choose one) from Bach for Young Pianists [Albert]
Preludium 1 in C [Guild]
No 3 D minor, no 5 E major (choose one) from 6 Little Preludes [Allans]
No 1 Preludes Book 1 from 48 Preludes & Fugues
Kabalevsky Study in C op 27 no 7, Study in E op 20 no 19 (choose one) from
Selective Piano Pieces for Children [Allans]
Study no 21 op 66 [Guild]
No 3, 12, 14, 15 from 15 Children’s Pieces
Muzio Clementi Sonatina op 37 no 2 (1st movement) [IMP14]
Sonatina op 38 no 1 (1st movement) [IMP14]
Mozart Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (3rd movement) [Peters]
Sonata in Eb K282 (2nd movement) [Allans]
Sonata in C K545 (2nd movement or Rondo) [Allans]
Sonatina in C (1st movement) [Guild]
Mendelssohn Op 72 no 2 from Pieces for Children [Allans]
Niels Gade Ring Dance op 36 no 4 [Guild]
Prokofiev Tarantella op 65 from Musiqued’enfants [B&H]
Schubert Allegretto D915 or German Dance no 10 & 13 [Allans]
Schumann Op 68 no 12, 26, 29 (choose one) from Album for the Young [IMP1259]
Reaper’s Song op 68 no 18 [Guild]
Shostakovich Romance no 3, Hurdy Gurdy no 6, Clockwork Doll no 7 (choose one) from
Dances of the Dolls, 7 Pieces for Piano [B&H]
Tchaikovsky Song of the Lark op 39 no22, Cahnson Triste op 48 no 2 (choose one) from
Children’s Album [Peters.Allans 188] Polka op 39 [Guild]
Own Choice Approval Required
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Option B : Modern Selection :-

Christopher Norton Any titles from Christopher Norton Connections for Piano 4 [Frederick Harris]
Dennis Alexander Montana Rag, Soft Shoe Sally (choose one) from Just For You Book 2 [Alfred 406]
Got the Feeling, Summer’s End (choose one) from Just For You Book 3 [Alfred 407]
Variations on Green, “A-Men” Blues, Never Ending (choose one) from
Jazz Sophisticat Book 2 [Alfred 14716]
Dello Joio Prayer of the Matador from Lyric Pieces for the Young [Hal Leonard]
Elissa Milne Adrift from Even More Little Peppers [Faber]
E. L. Lancaster& Getting to Know You, A Time for Us, Where Do I Begin(choose one) from
Morton Manus Alfred’s Adult Piano Greatest Hits Level 3 [Alfred/Hal Leonard]
George Jon Greek Dance from Kaleidoscope Solos Book 5 [Alfred 690]
Kathleen Massound Journey to an Oasis [Alfred 14724]

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Lynn Freeman Olson Whistling Happy, Night Flight, September Serenade, Sweet Texas Rose,
Hot Brass, Single Set(choose one) from Pop Goes the Piano Book 3 [Alfred 2529]
Mark Matthews Emily's Etude from Music for the Heart and Soul [Australiancomposers.com]
As I was Saying, Delicate Touch, Gentle as We go (choose one) from Five Poignant
Preludes [Australiancomposers.com]
Margaret Goldston Ride on a Subway from Travelling Fingers Book 2 [Alfred 14668]
Martha Mier Peppermint Rag [Alfred 14264]
Worrisome Blues from Jazz, Rags & Blues, Book 3 [Alfred]
Poe John Elfin Dance [Alfred 14266]
Jerry Ray Peaches and Cream, Pickles and Peppers (choose one) from Ragtime [Alfred 11721]
Rollin Catherine Starry Night from Out of This World Book 1[Alfred 11708]
Own Choice Approval Required
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PERFORMANCE EXAM

LEVEL FOUR
Examination Time : 15 minutes Minimum Pass : 65 marks

In addition to the normal grade examination, performance exam is also available for candidates who prefer
purely performance only, no other technical works required.

1) Performance : 80 marks

Candidates are required to perform a minimum of FOUR contrasting pieces from the above list of
selections (either from Option A-Traditional Pieces, Option B-Modern Pieces or mixed combination of both
options). The FOUR chosen pieces have a total of 20 marks each and will form a list to be submitted for the
examination. If the total performance time of the chosen pieces do not meet the minimum requirement of 10
minutes, the candidate is allowed to choose additional pieces but the marks will be shared i.e.10 marks each
to make a total of 20 marks for that section.

2) Summary : 20 marks

Candidates are required to prepare a short information segment in a small folio about each piece being
played. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates are required to
announce the pieces performed and present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable
dress, musicality, control, presentation etc. all these take into account.

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 GRADE FIVE
Examination Time : 20 minutes Minimum Pass : 65 marks

1) Technical Work : 20 marks

Scales : Hands together , Four octaves

Major F#, Ab, Db
Harmonic Minor Bb, Eb
Melodic Minor Bb, Eb
Chromatic D, D#
CONTRARY MOTION, Two octaves
Major Ab, Db
Harmonic Minor Bb, Eb
STACCATO in 3rd, Hands separate, Two octaves
Major C

Arpeggios : Hands together, Four octaves

(Root position & 1st inversion, Ascending & Descending)
Major D, A
Minor B, C

Chords : C Dim, G Dim, D Dim, A Dim, F Dim. (Also written as Co)

C Aug, G Aug, D Aug, A Aug, F Aug (Also written as C+)
Ab, D6, E6, A6, Eb6, Ab6
(Right Hand : Any position ; Left hand : Tonic octave)
The Examiner MAY also ask for any of the chords from previous grades

Chord Progression : C Major & C Minor, Primary triads only.

I- IV-V- I Perfect cadence progression
I-IV-I Plagal cadence progression

2) Sight Reading : 7 marks

A passage in a Major key up to two sharps and two flats, or in a minor key up to one sharp or
flat. Using dotted rhythmic patterns, tied notes, chords and simple modulations.

3) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a four bar passage played twice by the Examiner in simple or
6/8 time. No note shorter than a quaver.

Intervals: To hum or sing and identify any degree of the major scale. The Examiner will first play the tonic
chord of the scale selected, then the entire scale. (Not more than 5 flats), before playing one note and
requesting the answer. The test will be given twice. The candidate can use letter names, degree names, solfa
or intervals (1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.) when answering.
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Pitch : To hum or sing the higher of two notes played simultaneously by the Examiner within the Diatonic
scale octave C-C. The key may be changed to accommodate voice range.

Tonality and Cadences: To identify whether a phrase played by the Examiner is in a major or a minor key,
and if the end cadence is Plagal (1V-1) or Perfect (V-1).

4) General Knowledge : 6 marks

General questions covering terms and signs found in the examination pieces, keys and
modulations, intervals including diminished and augmented above the notes D, A and B Flat.
Time and accent.Binary and Ternary form. To be able to demonstrate these forms in the
examination pieces. Scale formation and tetrachords. To recognize Perfect and Plagal cadence
examples in the examination music presented. The outline given, is a guide to the candidate. The Examiner
may choose to ask any reasonable question relative to the grade in order to reach an assessment.

5) Performance : 60 marks

Candidates are required to perform THREE contrasting pieces from either Option A (traditional pieces) or
Option B (modern pieces) :- (3 X 20 marks)

Option A : Traditional Selection :-

Beethoven Bagatelle op 119 no 3
Fur Elise
Sonata op 2 no1 Minuet & Trio
Sonata op 2 no 2 Scherzo & Trio
Sonata op 2 no 3 Minuet & Trio
Sonata op 14 no 1 Allegretto (2nd movement)
Bela Bartok No 91, 92 (choose one) from Mikrokosmos Vol 3
No 102, 110, 117, 118, 121 (choose one) from Mikrokosmos Vol 4
Burgmuller Rondo Alla Turca f rom Piano Classics Vol 3 [Allans]
Op 109 no 4, 5, 9, 13, 15 (choose one) from 18 Characteristic Studies [Allans 3B]
Benjamin March no 2 from Three Fantasies [Allans]
Carl Czerny No 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 17 (choose one) from School of Velocity op 299 [Peters 2411]
No 1, 3, 5, 10, 16 (choose one) from Studies op 718 [Allans]
No 18, 20, 21, 23 (choose one) from Studies op 849 [Peters 2611]
Chopin Mazurka Op 68 no 3 (Posthumous), Op 17 no 1 or 2, Op 24 no 1,
Op 67 no 2 in G minor, Op 67 no 3 (choose one)
Etudes from Simply Classic Book 2 [Alfred 14706]
Erik Satie No 1, 2, 3 (choose one) from 3 Sarabandes [Allans]
Francis Poulenc No 6 from Suite Francaise [Allans 1110]
Friedrich Kuhlau Sonatina op 20 no1 (1st & 2nd movement) [Allans]
Grieg Edvard Op 3 no 1, 5, 6 (choose one) from Poetic Tone Pictures [Allans]
Handel Suite no 14 in G (Allegro) [Breitkopf]
Toccata from An introduction to His Keyboard Works [Alfred]

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Haydn Sonata Hob 34 no 2 Finale in E minor
Sonata Hob XVI/G1 in G Allegro [Allans]
Sonata Hob XVI/7 or Sonata Hob XVI/9 [Allans]
Henri Bertini Studies Op 29, no 3, 12, 20 (choose one) [IMP9]
Studies in A Op 32 no 28 (choose one) [Allans]
Heller No 7, 12, 13, 18, 19, 24 (choose one) from Studies op 45 [Peters 3561a]
No 7, 8 (choose one) from Studies op 46 [Peters 3562]
No 18, 19, 24 (choose one) from Studies op 47 [Peters]
J.S. Bach Prelude no 9 in E major from 48 Preludes & Fugues
No 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 (choose one) from Two Part Inventions
Kabalevsky Study in F op 27 Book 2 from 10 Children’s Pieces [Allans]
Kerin Bailey Toccatina from Six Sketches [Bailey Music]
Liszt Consolation no 1 [IMP154]
Mendelssohn Op 19 no 4 or 6, Op 30 no 9 or 12 (choose one) from Songs Without Words
MuzioClementi Sonatina op 37 no 1 (1st movement) [Allans]
Sonatina op 36 no 6 (1st or 2nd movement) [Allans]
Mozart Sonata K280 F major (Presto)
Sonata K282 G major (Minuets I & II ) [Henle]
Sonata K330 C major (Andante Cantabile 2nd movement)
Sonata K331 A major (Minuet & Trio 2nd movement)
Sonata K545 C major (Allegro 1st movement)
Sonata K355 Menuett [Allans]
Sonatina no 1 in C (1st & 2nd movement) [Alberts.Allans]
Sonatina no 2 in A (1st & 2nd movement) [Alberts.Allans]
Sonatina no 3 in D (1st & 2nd movement) [Alberts.Allans]
Sonatina no 4 in Bb (1st & 2nd movement) [Alberts.Allans]
Sonatina no 5 in F (1st & 2nd movement) [Alberts.Allans]
Sonatina no 6 in C (1st & 2nd movement) [Alberts.Allans]
Prokofiev No 10 from Vision Fugutive op 22
Scarlatti Sonata no 1 from Sixty Sonatas Vol 1 [Schirmer 1774]
Sonata No XXX111 from Sixty Sonatas Vol 2 [Schimer 1775]
Schubert Scherzo in Bb no 27 from Piano Classics Vol 3 [Allans]
Schumann Fantastic Dance op 124 no 5, Op 68 no 17, 27, 28, 30 (choose one) from
Album for the Young [IMP1259]
Op 15 no 2 ,11 (choose one) from Scenes from Childhood [IMP34]
Op 83 no 3, 6, 8 (choose one) from Woodland (Forest) Scenes [Peters.Henle]
Sculthorpe. Snow & Moon from Snow, Moon and Flowers [Allans]
Shostakovitch Lyrical Waltz, Prelude op 34 no 19 (choose one) from Six Children’s Pieces [B&H]
Telemann. No 1 Allegro from Three Dozen Fantasies [Barenreiter]
Own Choice Approval Required
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 Option B : Modern Selection :-

Anton Rubinstein Melody in F from Simply Classic Book 2 [Alfred 14706]

Bonsor& Russell- Wistful Prelude, Girl on a Cat-walk(choose one) fromJazzy Piano 2
Smith [Universal Edition]
Catherine Rollin Monkey Business, Juggling Act (choose one) from Circus Suite [Alfred 3228]
Rah Rah Rag, Jazzing and Ragging (choose one) from Ragtime Style [Alfred 6017]
Scat Song from Jazz Style [Alfred 6509]
Christopher Norton Any titles from Christopher Norton Connections for Piano 5 [Frederick Harris]
Bahay Kubo, Sakura, Mejangeran(choose one) from
Eastern Preludes Collection [Boosey&Hawkes]
Creative Piano Solo Mack the Knife, Michelle (choose one) from Creative Piano Solo – Jazz Pop Songs
– Jazz Pop Songs [Hal Leonard]
Creative Piano Solo You are so Beautiful from Creative Piano Solo - Pop Ballads [Hal Leonard]
- Pop Ballads
Dan Coates The Rose from Dan Coates Complete Advanced Piano Solos [Alfred AF9948]
Dennis Alexander L.A.Slide, Boogie to the Left, All the Things You Aren’t (choose one) from
Jazz Shophisticat Book 2 [Alfred 14716]
E. L. Lancaster& Splish Splash, My Funny Valentine, When I fall in Love(choose one) from
Morton Manus Alfred Adult Piano Greatest Hits Level 3 [Alfreds/Hal Leonard]
Johann Pachelbel Canon from Simply Classic Book 2 [Alfred 14706]
Lynn Freeman Bongo Fever, Clarinet Capers, Thank You, Mrs.Bach (choose one) from
Olson Pop Goes the Piano Book 3 [Alfred 2529]
Shades of Blue, Quiet Memories (choose one) from Pop Goes the Piano Book 3 [Alfred2529]
Mark Matthews The Kiss, Raindrops, Sarah’s Suite(choose one) from Music for the Heart and Soul
[Australiancomposers.com]
Martha Mier Railroad Street Blues fromJazz, Rags & Blues, Book 3[Alfred]
Katy's Dance, Streamboat Rag, Mr. Trumpet Man, Good Time Rag (choose one) from
Jazz, Rags & Blues, Book 4 [Alfred]
Norman DelloJoio Russian Dancer(choose one) from Lyric Pieces for the Young[Hal Leonard]
Pam Wedgwood Sleep Little Baby, Falling, Forgotten Dreams from After Hours Book 3 [Faber]
Jerry Ray The Entertainer from Ragtime [Alfred 11721]
Sonny Chua Flapping Fairy from Assorted Fairies [Hal Leonard]
You Dirty Rat from Piano Music of Sonny Chua - The Collection: Solos [Hal Leonard]
Steve Hill Yesterday, Strawberry Fields Forever, Get Back(choose one) from The Beatles for Jazz Piano
[Hal Leonard Corporation9780793570492]
Yiruma The River Flows in You [musescore.com]
Own Choice Approval Required
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 PERFORMANCE EXAM

LEVEL FIVE
Examination Time : 15 minutes Minimum Pass : 65 marks

In addition to the normal grade examination, performance exam is also available for candidates who prefer
purely performance only, no other technical works required.

1) Performance : 80 marks

Candidates are required to perform a minimum of FOUR contrasting pieces from the above list of
selections (either from Option A-Traditional Pieces, Option B-Modern Pieces or mixed combination of both
options). The FOUR chosen pieces have a total of 20 marks each and will form a list to be submitted for the
examination. If the total performance time of the chosen pieces do not meet the minimum requirement of 10
minutes, the candidate is allowed to choose additional pieces but the marks will be shared i.e.10 marks
each to make a total of 20 marks for that section.

2) Summary : 20 marks

Candidates are required to prepare a short information segment in a small folio about each piece being
played. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates are required to
announce the pieces performed and present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable
dress, musicality, control, presentation etc. all these take into account.
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 GRADE SIX
Examination Time : 30 minutes Minimum Pass : 70 marks

1) Technical Work : 16 marks

Scales : Hands together, Four octaves

Major Gb, Cb, C#
Harmonic Minor C#, G#, D#
Melodic Minor C#, G#, D#
Chromatic E, F
CONTRARY MOTION, Two octaves
Major Gb, Cb, C#
Harmonic Minor C#, G#, D#
STACCATO in 6th apart, Two octaves
Major C
DOUBLE OCTAVES, Two octaves
Major Eb
Harmonic Minor C

Arpeggios : Hands together, Four octaves

(Root position & 1st inversion, Ascending & Descending)
Major E, Eb, Ab
Minor F, Eb, Bb
DOMINANT 7th, Hands together, Four octaves
In the keys of D, A, F (Root position, Ascending & Descending)

Chords : All Major and Minor chords in all keys.

Cmaj7, Gmaj7, Dmaj7, Amaj7, Fmaj7, BbMaj7, EbMaj7, E7, Eb7, Ab7, Em7, Bm7,
Fm7, Bbm7
(Right Hand : Any position ; Left hand : Tonic octave)
The Examiner MAY also ask for any of the chords from previous grades

Chord Progression :E Major & F Minor. Primary triads only I-IV-V7-I Perfect cadence progression
I-V-I-IV-I Plagal cadence progression.

2) Sight Reading : 7 marks

A passage in a Major key up to three sharps or three flats, or in a Minor key up to two sharps or
flats In either simple or compound time. Using semiquavers and syncopation.

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 3) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a four bar passage played twice by the Examiner in simple or 6/8 time
withno note shorter than a quaver. Moderate tempo.

Intervals: To hum or sing and identify any two notes of the major scale. The Examiner will first
play the tonic chord of the scale selected , then the entire scale. (Not more than 6 sharps or 6 flats), before
playing the two notes and requesting the answer. The test will be given twice. The candidate can use either
letter names, degree names, solfa or intervals (1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8) when answering.

Pitch : To hum or sing the higher or lower of two notes played simultaneously by the Examiner
within the diatonic scale octave C-C. The key may be changed to accommodate voice range.

Tonality and Cadence: To identify whether a phrase played by the Examiner is in a major or a
minor key, and if the end cadence is Plagal (1V-1), Perfect (V-1) or Interrupted (V-V1)

Harmony : To identify as MAJOR or MINOR, triads played in root position by the Examiner.
These will be played twice if necessary

4) General Knowledge : 6 marks

Questions covering the form and structure of the selected pieces. Advanced questions on intervals,
including compund, inverted , diatonic or chromatic. Ornaments and abbreviations, terms, keys
and modulations found in the chosen examination music. Knowledge of, and recognition of
Plagal , Perfect and Interrupted cadences within the examination music performed. The outline
given is a guide to the candidate. The Examiner may choose to ask any reasonable question relative to the
grade in order to reach an assessment.

5) Performance : 64 marks

Candidates are required to perform FOUR contrasting pieces from either Option A (traditional pieces) or
Option B (modern pieces) :- (4 X 16 marks)

Option A : Traditional Selection :-

Beethoven Bagatelle no 2 op 33 [Henle]
Bagatelle no 1 op 119 [Schirmer]
Bagatelle no 5 op 126
Sonata op 2 no 1 F minor (1st movement)
Sonata op 10 no 3 (Minuet and Trio)
Sonata op 14 no 2 (Last movement : Scherzo, Assai Allegro)
Sonata op 31 no3 (3rd movement : Minuetto and Trio)
Sonatina no 1 in Eb (Rondo Vivace) [Allans 1178]
Bela Bartok Perpetuum Mobile no 135 from Mikrokosmosvol V
Burgmuller Studies op 109 no 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18 (choose one) [Peters.Allans]

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Carl Czerny No 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 21, 24, 25, 29 (choose one) from School of Velocity Op 299
Studies op 718 no 3, 17, 20 (choose one) [Allans]
Studies op 849 no 15, 25 (choose one) [Alfred]
Chopin Mazurka op 6 no 1, op 17 no 4, op 24 no 3, op 30 no 2, op 41 no 2 (choose one)
Nocturne in Eb op 2 [Peters.Henle]
Polonaise op 40 no 1 in A major [Allans]
Prelude op 28 no 15 in Db [Allans 1075]
Waltz op 69 no 1 [Allans]
C.P.E Bach Sonata in A minor (1st movement : Allegro) [Allans]
Claude Debussy The Little Shepherd from Children’s Corner Suite [Alfred]
Enrique Granados Op 37 no 5 Andaluza from Spanish Dances [Allans]
Francis Poulenc Carillon no 7 from Suite Francaise [Allans 1110]
Grieg Edvard Nocturne op 54 no 4 or 5 (choose one) [Peters]
No 1, 5, 6 (choose one) from Lyric Pieces op 47 [Peters]
Haydn Sonata Hob XV1/10 in C (1st & 2nd movement) [Henle]
Sonata Hob XV1/32 (Finale-Presto)
Sonata Hob XV1/47 (Finale-Tempo di Minuetto)
Henri Bertini Studies op 29 no 18, 22, 23, 25 (choose one) [IMP9]
Studies op 32 no 8, 9 (choose one) [Belwin]
Heller Stephen Studies op 45 no 15, 16, 20, 21 (choose one) [Alfred]
Studies op 46 no 12, 18, 21, 24, 26 (choose one) [Peters]
Handel Suite no 2 in F (Allegro) [Belwin]
Suite no 3 in D minor (Courante) BWV808 [Belwin]
Suite no 4 in E minor (Courante) [Belwin]
Suite no 7 in G minor (Allegro) [Belwin]
Suite no 8 in F minor (Allemande or Gigue) [Belwin]
Issac Albeniz Malaguena,Zortzico (choose one) from Espana Op 165 [Allans 1018]
J.S. Bach English Suite no 2 (A minor)
French Suite no 3 B minor (Gigue or Bouree II)BWV814
French Suite no 5 G major (Allemande or Gigue) BWV816
French Suite no 6 E major (Gigue) BWV817
No 2, 13 (choose one) from Two Part Inventions [IMP7]
No 4, 5, 6, 11, 14, 15 (choose one) from Three Part Inventions [Peters. Alfred]
Kabalevsky Sonata in C (1st movement) [B&H]
Mozart Fantasia in D minor K397 [Allans]
Sonata K279 C major (1st movement)
Sonata K310 A minor (Last movement)
Sonata K311 D major (1st movement)
Sonata K330 C major (3rd movement)
MuzioClementi Study in D minor no 53 [Allans]
Sonata op 36 no 4 (1st & 2nd movement) [Allans]
Moritz Moszkowski No 4, 5 (choose one) from Studies op 91 Book 1 [Leduc]
No 12, 15 (choose one) from Studies op 91 Book 2 [Leduc]
Mendelssohn Op 19 no 1, Op 30 no 11, Op 38 no 18, Op 53 no 19, 20, 22 Op102 no 45
(choose one) from Songs Without Words
Schubert Sonata Op Posth in A DV959 (Scherzo and Trio) [Henle]
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Schumann Op 12 no 3 from Fantasy Pieces [Allans]
Op 15 no 5, 10 (choose one) from Scenes from Childhood [Allans]
Scarlatti No IX, XIII, XXIX (choose one) from Sixty Selected Sonatas vol 1 [Schirmer 1774]
Sonata L23 in E [Allans 1881]
Sonata L463 in D [Allans 1881]
Sonata L366 K1 in D minor [Allans]
Sonata L352 K11 in C minor [Allans]
Sonata K242 in C major [Allans]
Sculthorpe Night from Night Pieces [Faber]
Shostakovich Preludes op 34 no 8, 24 (choose one) [B&H]
Own Choice Approval Required
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Option B : Modern Selection :-

Bonsor& Russell- Feeling Good from Jazzy Piano 2 [Universal]
Smith
Christopher Any titles from Christopher Norton Connections for Piano 6 [Frederick Harris]
Norton Arirang, Chan Mali Chan,Hongor Mori(choose one) from Eastern Preludes Collection
[Boosey& Hawkes]
Creative Piano Solo What a Wonderful World, Feeling Good, Killing Me Softly with His Song (choose one) from
– Jazz Pop Songs Creative Piano Solo – Jazz Pop Songs [Hal Leonard]
Creative Piano Solo Bridge over Troubled Waters, Imagine, In Your Eyes, Let It Be (choose one) from(choose
- Pop Ballads one) from Creative Piano Solo - Pop Ballads [Hal Leonard]
Catherine Rollin Just Filddling Around, Silent Movie Rag, Chromatic Express (choose one) from
Ragtime Style [Alfred 6017]
Fabulous Fingers, A Little Latin Beat (choose one) from Jazz Style [Alfred 6509]
Dan Coates Angel Eyes, Ashokan Farewell, The Wind Beneath My Wings(choose one) from
Dan Coates Complete Advanced Piano Solos [Alfred AF9948]
Dennis Alexander Terra Toccata, El Diablo (choose one) from Showstoppers [Alfred 11729]
Turquoise, Violetta, Green Tangerine (choose one) from A Splash of Colour Book 2
[Alfred 269]
Edward Greig Themes from “Piano Concerto in A minor” from Simply Classics Book 2 [Alfred 14706]
E. L. Lancaster& Puttin on the Ritz from Alfreds Adult Piano Greatest Hits Level 3 [Alfreds/Hal Leonard]
Morton Manus
Edited by Denes Alexander’s Ragtime Band, The Donkey Serenade, St. Louis Blues (choose one) from
Agay The Joy of American Classics [Music Sales]
George Gershwin Tonight’s the Night from Crazy for You [Alfred VF1815]
Johann Strauss Blue Danube, Tales from Vienna Woods (choose one) from Simply Beautiful [Alfred 6595]
John Widger Boogie 2 (Fur Elise) from Boogie Beethoven [SP316 Spartan]
Martha Mier Last Chance Blues, Tuxedo Jazz, Jackson Street Blues, Birmingham Blues
(choose one) from Jazz, Rags & Blues, Book 4 [Alfred]
Margaret Goldston Confident, Lonely, Triumphant (choose one) from Moods Book 2 [Alfred 6679]
Pam Wedgwood Nature Boy, Blue Moon, Walk Don't Run(choose one) from After Hours Jazz 2 [Faber]
Table for Two, Strange Encounters, Waterfalls(choose one) from After Hours Book 3[Faber]
Keep Cool, Little Bin Blues (choose one) from Green Jazzing About [Faber]
Jerry Ray Peacherine Rag, Maply Leaf Rag (choose one) from Ragtime [Alfred 11721]
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Roderick Piano on Fire from Piano Fun [Music Press]
MacFarlane
Richard Ballade Pour Adeline, Moonlight Sonata (choose one) from Piano Solos Anthology [Amsco]
Clayderman
Scott Joplin
The Easy Winners from Simply Classics [Alfred 14307]
Steve Hill And I Love Her, The Fool on the Hill, Here There and Everywhere,(choose one)from The
Beatles for Jazz Piano[Hal Leonard Corporation 9780793570492]
Sonny Chua Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your hair from Sonny Chua Piano Music Vol IV [Hal Leonard]
Twirling Fairy from Assorted Fairies [Hal Leonard]
Yiruma Wait There, Do You, Dream, When the Love Falls Love Me(choose one)[musicnotes.com]
Own Choice Approval Required
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PERFORMANCE EXAM

LEVEL SIX
Examination Time : 25 minutes Minimum Pass : 70 marks

In addition to the normal grade examination, performance exam is also available for candidates who prefer
purely performance only, no other technical works required.

1) Performance : 80 marks

Candidates are required to perform a minimum of FIVE contrasting pieces from the above list of
selections (either from Option A-Traditional Pieces, Option B-Modern Pieces or mixed combination of both
options). The FIVE chosen pieces have a total of 16 marks each and will form a list to be submitted for the
examination. If the total performance time of the chosen pieces do not meet the minimum requirement of 15
minutes, the candidate is allowed to choose additional pieces but the marks will be shared i.e.8 marks each
to make a total of 16 marks for that section.

2) Summary : 20 marks

Candidates are required to prepare an information segment in a folio about each piece being played,
evidence of research and give details as to the Composers/ Style/ Period/ Formal Analysis/ Keys and Key
Modulations, etc. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates are
required to announce the pieces performed, special features of the pieces performed may be mentioned and
present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable dress, musicality, control,
presentation etc. all these take into account.
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 GRADE SEVEN
Examination Time : 40 minutes Minimum Pass : 70 marks

1) Technical Work : 16 marks

Scales : Hands together, Four octaves

Major Any Major scales
Harmonic Minor F#, Ab, A#
Melodic Minor F#, Ab, A#
Chromatic F#, G, G#
CONTRARY MOTION, Two octaves
Major F#, B, Eb
Harmonic Minor F#, Ab, A#
Chromatic F#, G, G#
STACCATO in 3rd and 6th apart, Two octaves
Major C, D, E
Harmonic Minor C, D, E
DOUBLE OCTAVES , Two octaves
Major F, A
Harmonic Minor F, A

Arpeggios : Hands together, Four octaves

(Root,1st, 2ndinversion, Ascending & Descending)
Major B, Db, Gb
Minor C#, F#, G#
CONTRARY MOTION, Hands together, Two octaves
Major B
Minor F#
DOMINANT 7th, Hands together, Four octaves
In the keys of G, E, Bb (Root position, Ascending & Descending)
DIMINISHED 7th, Hands together, Four octaves
on B, C# (Root position, Ascending & Descending)

Chords : Major, minor, sixth, seventh, major seventh, minor seventh, diminished and augmented
chords in all keys. (Right Hand : Any position ; Left hand : Tonic octave)

Chord Progression : DbMaj and F#Min. Primary triads only.

I-IV-Ic-V7-I Cadential 6/4 progression (Perfect Cadence)
I-Ib-IV-I Plagal cadence progression.
I-IIb-V7-VI Interrupted cadence progression.

2) Sight Reading : 7 marks

A passage in a Major key up to four sharps or four flats, or in a Minor key up to three sharps or
three flats. In any simple or compound time . Modulations and accidentals must be expected.

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 3) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a substantial four bar passage played twice by the Examiner. Dotted
crotchet, quavers and semiquavers used .

Intervals: The Examiner will play the Tonic chord of a suitable key and then play three notes
consecutively within the scale octave. The test will be given twice before the answer is requested. The
candidate can use letter names, degree names, solfa or intervals (1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8) when answering.

Pitch : To hum or sing the higher or lower notes of a Major or Minor Triad played in Root position by the
Examiner. To hum or sing a phrase of 7-9 notes, either diatonic or chromatic after it has played twice by the
Examiner.

Harmony : To identify as Major, Augmented or Diminished, Triads played in Root position

by the Examiner.

4) General Knowledge : 6 marks

Background of the composers and of the works performed. Questions covering the form and
structure of the pieces played, keys and modulations. Advance questions on intervals including
compound, inverted , diatonic and chromatic. Cadences, Perfect, Plagal, Imperfect and interrupted.
Knowledge of, and recognition within the examination music performed. The outline given is a
guide to the candidate. The Examiner may choose to ask any reasonable question relative to the grade in
order to reach an assessment.

5) Performance : 64 marks

Candidates are required to perform FOUR contrasting pieces from either Option A (traditional pieces) or
Option B (modern pieces) :- (4 X 16 marks)

Option A : Traditional Selection :-

Beethoven Rondo in C op 51 no 1 [Henle.Peters]
Six Bagatelle op 126 no 3 & 4 or 5 & 6 (choose one) [Henle.Peters]
Sonata op 2 no 1 (Last movement) [Henle]
Sonata op 10 no 1 (1st or 3rd movement)
Sonata op 10 no 2 ( 1st movement)
Sonata op 13 Pathetique ( 2nd movement)
Sonata op 14 no 1 (1st or last movement [Henle.Peters]
Sonata op 14 no 2 (1st movement)
Sonata op 27 no 1 (1st movement)
Bela Bartok No 149, 150 (choose one) from Mikrokosmos Vol 6
Bagatelle op 6 no 2 [B&H]
Brahms Intermezzo op 76 no 4 in Bb [Peters.Henle. Allans]
Carl Czerny Study in C minor op 755 no 9
Study no 31, 34, 35, 36, 38, 40 (choose one) from School of Velocity op 299

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Chopin Prelude op 28 no 15, 21, 22 (choose one)
Prelude op 45 in C#
Waltz io 34 no 2 in A minor
Mazurka op 33 no 1
Mazurka op 33 no 2
Mazurka op 41 no 1
Mazurka op 59 no 2
Nocturne op 15 no 3 in G minor
Nocturne op 32 no 2 in Ab
Nocturne op 55 no 1 in F minor
Nocturne op 40 no 2 in C minor
Claude Debussy Golliwog’s Cake-walk from Children’s Corner Suite
Claire de Lune from Suite Bergamasque [Peters.Schirmer]
Prelude no 8 Girl With the Flaxen Hair [Henle.Peters]
Prelude no 12 Minstrels
Duvernoy Study on D minor op 61 no 19 [Allans 1182]
EdvardGreig Op 38 no 1, Op 43 no 1, Op 47 no 2 (choose one) from Lyric Pieces [Schirmer]
March of the Dwarfs op 54 no 3 [Peters]
Frank Bridge No 3 from Three Sketches [B&H]
Fischer Study in C op 11 no 3 [Allans]
Francis Poulenc No 1 in C major, No 3 in E minor (choose one) from Three Novelettes[Chester]
Handel Fantasia in C [Kalmus, Belwin, Peters no 3]
Prelude & Fugue no 8 in F minor [Peters]
Theme & Variations no 5 Harmonious Blacksmith [Alfred]
Suite no 3 in D minor Presto [Henle.Peters]
Haydn Sonata Hob XVI/27 in G (1st & 2nd movement)
Sonata Hob XVI/35 in C (1st & 2nd movement)
Sonata Hob XVI/36 in C# minor (1st movement)
Sonata Hob XVI/37 in D (1st movement)
Fantasie in C Hob XV11/4 [Henle.Peters]
Hummel Rondo in Eb op 11 [Allans]
IgnazMoscheles Study in Eb op 90 no 17 [Allans]
Issac Albeniz Tango or Serenata(choose one) from Espana Op 165 [Allans 1018]
J.S. Bach English Suite no 3 (Allemande & Gigue) [Henle]
English Suite no 4 (Prelude)
English Suite no 5 (Prelude in E minor) [Henle]
Partita no 1 (Prelude &Allamande in Bb)
Partita no 5 (Praeambulum in G)
No 2, 5, 6, 16, 21 from 48 Preludes & Fugues Book 1
No 2, 7, 9, 15 from 48 Preludes & Fugues Book 2
Liszt Consolations No 5 in E, No 6 (choose one) [Peters.Allans]
MuzioClementi Sonata in Bb op 24 no 2 (1st movement : Allegro con Brio)[Schirmer.Allans]
Sonata op 26 no 2 F# minor (1st movement) [Schirmer]

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Mozart Adagio in B minor K540
Sonata K331 in A (1st movement)
Sonata K280 in F (1st movement)
Sonata K330 in C (1st movement)
Sonata K332 in F (1st movement)
Sonata K333 in Bb (1st or Last movement)
Sonata K576 in D (1st or Last movement)
Mendelssohn Op 19 no 3 Hunting Song, Op 102 no 4 The Sigh (choose one) from
Songs Without Words
Prokofiev No 1 & 2, 6 & 10, 16 & 17 (choose one group) from Vision Fugitives [B&H]
Rachmaninoff Prelude op 3 no 2 [Allans]
Scarlatti Capriccio in E major [Allans]
Sonata Longo 388 no 2 in G major (Book 1) [Dolver, Kalmus]
Sonata Longo 379 no 7 in A minor (Book 1)
Sonata Longo 290 no 40 in G major (Book 2)
Sonata Longo 497 no 51 in Bb major
Sonata L422 K141 in D minor
Sonata L381 K438 in F major
Sonata L104 K159 in C majpr
Sonata L360 K22 in C minor
Sonata L430 K531 in E major
Sonata L129 K201 in G major
Schubert Impromptu op 142 no 2 [Henle.Peters]
Sonata in A minor op 42 (D845) Moderato [Allans]
Sonata in C minor D958 Adagio [Allans]
Schumann Arabesque op 18, The Prophet Bird (choose one) from Forest Scenes op 82 [Peters.Allans]
Own Choice Approval Required
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Option B : Modern Selection :-

Bonsor& Russell- Willie Wagglestick's Walkabout, Dreamy(choose one) from
Smith Jazzy Piano 2 [Universal Edition]
Christopher Norton Any titles from Christopher Norton Connections for Piano 7 [Frederick Harris]
Creative Piano Solo After the Love has Gone, Don’t Know Why (choose one) from Creative Piano Solo –
– Jazz Pop Songs Jazz Pop Songs [Hal Leonard]
Dan Coates As Time Goes By, Beauty and the Beast, I Swear, Send in the Clowns, Tears in
Heaven, Theme From Ice Castles, Time to Say Goodbye, Up Where we Belong
(choose one) from Dan Coates Complete Advanced Piano Solos [Alfred AF9948]
Dennis Alexander Frenzy, Tempest (choose one) from Showstoppers [Alfred 11729]
George Gershwin I Can’t be Bothered Now, Shall We Dance, Embraceable You,
Nice Work if You Can Get It (choose one) from Crazy for You [Alfred VF1815]
J.S. Bach Toccata in D minor Arrangement from Recital Book 6 [Alfred 2499]
Pam Wedgwood The Lady is a Tramp, Lets Call the Whole Thing Off(choose one) from
After Hours Jazz 2 [Faber]
Emerald Dreams, Loose Ends, Second Chance(choose one) from After Hours Book 4
[Faber]

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Richard Clayderman As Time Goes By, Greensleeves, Guantanamera, Le Cygne, Murmures,
Romantic Serenade, Melodie Des Souvenirs (choose one) from
Piano Solo Anthology [Amsco]
Rhapsody in Blue & Chariots of Fire, Fly Me to The Moon, Memories, The Japanese Sandman,
45 Creative Piano Lover Come Back to Me, Rhapsody in Blue, Tea for Two, Zigeuner,(choose one) from
Solos Rhapsody in Blue & 45 Creative Piano Solos [Alfred]
Sonny Chua Struttin' it Around, Jig is Up(choose one) from
Sonny Chua – Piano Music: Volume IV [Hal Leonard]
Sharon Aaronson Midnight Blues from Night Time [Alfred 11734]
Steve Hill Michele, With a Little Help from my Friends(choose one) from
The Beatles for Jazz Piano[Hal Leonard Corporation9780793570492]
Yiruma One Day I will…, Shining, Smile, Falling…, Kiss the Rain (choose one)
[musicnotes.com]
Own Choice Approval Required
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PERFORMANCE EXAM

LEVEL SEVEN
Examination Time : 35 minutes Minimum Pass : 70 marks

In addition to the normal grade examination, performance exam is also available for candidates who prefer
purely performance only, no other technical works required.

1) Performance : 80 marks

Candidates are required to perform a minimum of FIVE contrasting pieces from the above list of
selections (either from Option A-Traditional Pieces, Option B-Modern Pieces or mixed combination of both
options). The FIVE chosen pieces have a total of 16 marks each and will form a list to be submitted for the
examination. If the total performance time of the chosen pieces do not meet the minimum requirement of 20
minutes, the candidate is allowed to choose additional pieces but the marks will be shared i.e.8 marks each
to make a total of 16 marks for that section.

2) Summary : 20 marks

Candidates are required to prepare an information segment in a folio about each piece being played,
evidence of research and give details as to the Composers/ Style/ Period/ Formal Analysis/ Keys and Key
Modulations, etc. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates are
required to announce the pieces performed, special features of the pieces performed may be mentioned and
present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable dress, musicality, control,
presentation etc. all these take into account.

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 PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE

This exam is a pre-requisite examination for entry into the Associate Diploma.This examination consists of
TWO parts – (Part One : Theoretical & Part Two : Practical ). Candidates are allowed to take each part in a
separate exam but must complete within the span of 3 years.

PART ONE :- THEORETICAL

All candidates must obtain a minimum pass of C+ 70 marks in AGMS Grade 6 (or higher) theory of music
examination.

PART TWO :- PRACTICAL

Examination Time : 45 minutes Minimum Pass : 70 marks

1) Technical Work : 16 marks

Scales : Hands together, Four octaves

Major Any keys
Harmonic Minor Any keys
Melodic Minor C#, G#, A#, D#
Chromatic A, A#, B
CONTRARY MOTION, Two octaves
Major Ab, Bb, F#, C#
Harmonic Minor Eb, Db, B, G
Chromatic A, A#, B
STACCATO in 3rd, 6th and 10th apart, Two octaves
Major D, F, Bb
Harmonic Minor C, Eb, G
DOUBLE OCTAVES, Two octaves
Major G, Ab, B
Harmonic Minor E, F#, G#

Arpeggios : Hands together, Four octaves

(Root, 1st, 2ndinversion, Ascending & Descending)
Major Cb, C#, F#
Minor Ab, A#, D#
CONTRARY MOTION, Hands together, Two octaves
Major Cb, C#, F#
Minor Ab, A#, D#
DOMINANT 7th, Hands together, Four octaves
In the keys of F, F#, G
(Root position & all three inversions, Ascending & Descending)
DIMINISHED 7th, Hands together, Four octaves
On E, F, F# (Root position & all three inversions, Ascending & Descending)

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Chords : Major, minor, sixth, seventh, major seventh, minor seventh, diminished and
augmented in all keys.
(Right Hand : Any position ; Left hand : Tonic octave)

Chord Progression : Eb Major, Db Major and F Minor, Bb Minor. Primary triads only.
I-VI-IIb-Ic-V7-I Cadential 6/4 progression (Perfect Cadence)
I-V7-Ib-IV-I Plagal cadence progression.
I-IIb-Ic-V7-VI Interrupted cadence progression.

2) Sight Reading : 7 marks

A substantial modulatory passage of up to four sharps or four flats, either in a Major or a Minor
key. In any simple or compound time. Fluency expected.

3) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a substantial four bar passage played twice by the Examiner. Dotted
rhythms and semiquavers will be used.

Pitch : To hum or sing the middle or lower note of a major or minor triad played in Root position by the
Examiner. To hum or sing a two bar phrase played twice by the Examiner in a key to suit the candidate.
Either chromatic or diatonic, including one or two quaver groups.

Harmony : To identify a Triad as a Major or Minor when played in root position or 1st inversion by the
Examiner.

Cadences : To name the cadences in a passage in a major key, played by the Examiner, with slight pauses at
the cadence points. The passage will consist of a four phrase melody of which only the four cadences will be
harmonised.

4) General Knowledge : 6 marks

Background of the composers and of the works performed. Period from which the music derives.
Questions on Form, Keys, Modulation, Cadences and the Musical Characteristics of the
examination music performed. The outline given, is a guide to the candidate. The Examiner may
choose to ask any reasonable question relative to the grade in order to reach an assessment.

5) Performance : 64 marks

Candidates are required to perform FOUR contrasting pieces from either Option A (traditional pieces) or
Option B (modern pieces) :- (4 X 16 marks)

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 Option A : Traditional Selection :-
Aaron Copland The Cat and Mouse from Scherzo Humoresque [Durand]
Beethoven Rondo a Capriccio in G op 129
Rondo in G op 51 no 2
Sonata op 2 no 2 (1st movement)
Sonata op 10 no 1 (Last movement)
Last movement of Sonata op 10 no 2 or 3 (choose one)
Last movement of Sonata op 27 no 1 or no 2 (choose one)
Last movement of Sonata op 31 no 1 or no 2 (choose one)
Sonata op 31 no 3 (2nd & 3rd movements)
Brahms Ballade in D minor op 10 no 1
Capriccio in G minor op 116 no 3 or Capriccio in D minor op 116 no 7
Intermezzo in B minor op 10 no 3 or Intermezzo in A minor op 76 no 7
Intermezzo in Eb op 116 no 4 or Intermezzo in E op 116 no 6
Intermezzo in C# minor op 117 no 1 or Intermezzo in B minor op 119 no 1
Bela Bartok No 142, 148, 151, 153 (choose one) from Mikrokosmosvol 6
No 1 & 5 , 4 & 6 (choose one group) from Roumanian Dances
Chopin Etude in F minor op 25 no 2 or Impromptu in Eb op 20 no 2
Mazurka in Ab op 7 no 4 or Mazurka in C# minor op 63 no 3
Nocturne in B major op 32 no 1 or Nocturne in G minor op 37 no 1
Prelude in F# op 28 no 13 or Valse in Db op 70 no 3
Claude Debussy Arabesque no 1 in E major or No 2 [Schirmer.Peters]
La Plus que Lente from Suite Bergamasqe [Henle.Durand]
Sarabande from Pour le Piano [Peters]
No 1, 2, 6 (choose one) from Prelude Book 1 [Peters]
No 5 from Prelude Book 2 [Peters]
EdvardGreig Op 40 no 5, Op 43 no 6, Op 65 no 6 (choose one) from Lyric Pieces
Francis Poulenc Impromptu no 3 from Album of Six Pieces [Chester]
Sonata Hob XV1/48 C major (1st movement)
Sonata Hob XV1/50 C major (1st& 2nd movement)
Gabriel Faure Prelude in F op 103 no 4
Handel Suite no 4 in E minor Fugue
Suite no 8 in F minor Prelude & Fugue
J.S Bach French Suite no 5 BWV816 : Courante & Bouree & Sarabande
French Suite no 6 BWV817 :Allamande & Courante
English Suite no 5 BWV810 :Prelude & Allemande & Courante
English Suite no 5 BWV810 :Sarabande & Gigue
English Suite no 6 BWV811 : Prelude
English Suite no 6 BWV811 :Sarabande & gigue
Partita no 1 BWV825 : Courante & Sarabande
Partita no 2 in C minor BWV826 : Courante & Sarabandeor Courante Rondeaux
or Allamande & Capriccio (choose any one group)
Partita no 3 BWV827 : Fantasia or Sarabande & Burlesca(choose any one group)
Partita no 4 BWV828 : Sarabande & Gigue
Prelude & Fuges in B BWV868

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J.S Bach No 1, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 22, 23 (choose one) from 48 Preludes & Fugues Bk 1
No 24 from 48 Preludes & Fugues Book 2
Kabalevsky Sonatina op 13 no 1 (1st or 2nd movement) [B&H]
Sonatina op 13 no 2 (4th movement) [B&H]
Kodaly Piano Piece op 3 no 3 [Allans]
Liszt Consolation no 2 in E or no 3 in Db
Valse Oubilee in F# no 1
Lennox Berkley Prelude no 5 from Six Preludes [Chester]
MuzioClementi Sonata op 34 no 1 Capriccio
Rondo in G op 51 no 2
Sonata op 7 no 3 G minor
Sonata op 13 no 6
Mozart Fantasia in C minor K396
Rondo in D major K485 or Rondo in A minor K511
Sonata K283 (2nd & 3rd movements)
Sonata K284 (1st or Last movement)
Sonata in C major K309 (1st movement)
Sonata in A minor K310 (1st movement)
Sonata in C minor K457 (1st movement)
Sonata in F major K533 (1st movement)
Sonata in Bb K570 (1st & 2nd movement)
Mendelssohn Op 67 no 4, Op 38 no 6 (choose one) from Songs Without Words
Op 16 no 2, Op 16 no 3 (choose one) from Three Fantasias
Prokofief Prelude op 12 no 7 [Benjamin.Schauer]
Scherzo Humoristique op 12 no 9 [Benjamin.Schauer]
Rigaudon op 12 no 3 [B&H]
Rachmaninoff Prelude in Gb Major op 23 no 10 or Prelude in C# Minor op 32 no 12
Schubert Sonata in Eb op 122 (1st movement)
Sonata in A minor op 143 (1st movement)
Scarlatti Sonata no XXV & XXX from Sixty Sonatas vol 1 [Schirmer 1774]
Sonata no XL1X & L from Sixty Sonatas vol 2 [Schirmer 1775]
Sonata no L111 & L1V from Sixty Sonatas vol 2
Schubert Franz Impromptu in Gb op 90 no 3 or Impromptu in Bb op 142 no 3
Moments Musical in C# minor op 94 no 4
Schumann Novelette in D minor op 21 or Romance in F# op 28 no 2
Op 12 no 1 Des Abends from Fantasiestucheor Op 26 no 4 from Faschingsschwank
Op 82 no 8, 9 (choose one) from Forest Scenes
Shostakovich Any one of Three Fantastic Dances [Sikorski]
Prelude no 5 from 24 Preludes [B&H]
Tschaikowsky June, Barcarolle from The Seasons [Peters]
Own Choice Approval Required

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 Option B : Modern Selection :-
Christopher Norton Any titles from Christopher Norton Connections for Piano 8 [Frederick Harris]
Dan Coates Because You Loved Me, From a Distance, I Say a Little Prayer,
If my Friends Could See Me, One Moment in Time, Separate Lives (choose one) from
Dan Coates Complete Advanced Piano Solos [Alfred AF9948]
George Gershwin K-RA-ZY for you, Biding My Time, Someone to Watch Over Me, What Causes That,
I Got Rhythm (choose one) from Crazy for You [Alfred VF1815]
Prelude No.1 [free-scores.com]
Klaus Badelt He's a Pirate Virtuoso Piano Solo (as performed by Jarrod Radnich) [musicnotes.com]
Pam Wedgwood Watershed or 3 Figures in a Movement(choose one) from After Hours Book 4 [Faber]
Scott Joplin Maple Leaf Rag, The Entertainer (choose one) from Masterwork Edition [Alfred]
Sonny Chua Transylvanian Romp or Siesta(choose one) from Sonny Chua Piano Music: Volume IV
[Hal Leonard]
Own Choice Approval Required

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PERFORMANCE EXAM

LEVEL EIGHT
Examination Time : 40 minutes Minimum Pass : 70 marks

In addition to the normal grade examination, performance exam is also available for candidates who prefer
purely performance only, no other technical works required.

1) Performance : 80 marks

Candidates are required to perform a minimum of FIVE contrasting pieces from the above list of
selections (either from Option A-Traditional Pieces, Option B-Modern Pieces or mixed combination of both
options). The FIVE chosen pieces have a total of 16 marks each and will form a list to be submitted for the
examination. If the total performance time of the chosen pieces do not meet the minimum requirement of 25
minutes, the candidate is allowed to choose additional pieces but the marks will be shared i.e.8 marks each
to make a total of 16 marks for that section.

2) Summary : 20 marks

Candidates are required to prepare an information segment in a folio about each piece being played,
evidence of research and give details as to the Composers/ Style/ Period/ Formal Analysis/ Keys and Key
Modulations, etc. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates are
required to announce the pieces performed, special features of the pieces performed may be mentioned and
present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable dress, musicality, control,
presentation etc. all these take into account.

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 ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA- “AAGM”

PRE-REQUISITE : All candidates for this Diploma must at the date of entry hold the Proficiency
Certificate of the GUILD in the same subject.

This exam is a pre-requisite examination for entry into the Licentiate Diploma.This examination consists of
TWO parts – (Part One : Theoretical & Part Two : Practical ). Candidates are allowed to take each part in a
separate exam but must complete within the span of 3 years.

PART ONE :- THEORETICAL

All candidates must obtain a minimum pass of C+ 70 marks in the GUILD Grade 7 (or higher) theory of
music examination.

PART TWO :- PRACTICAL

Examination Time : 50 minutes Minimum Pass : 70 marks

1) Sight Reading : 7 marks

At a standard commensurate with this Diploma.

2) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm: To clap or tap a substantial four bar phrase played twice by the Examiner. Dotted
rhytms, semiquavers and triplets will be used. Simple time signatures or in 6/8 time. Candidate
will also be asked to state the time signature and to name the notes in any portion of the passage
played separately.

Interval: To recognise and name intervals formed by two notes played together within the compass of an
octave.

Harmony: To recognise and name Major, Minor, Augmented and Diminished Triads played by the
Examiner in Root position or on 1st Inversion.

Candences: To recognise and name the four cadences in a passage in simple chordal form, played twice by
the Examiner with short pauses at the end of each cadence point. The key will be stated and the tonic chord
will be sounded before the passage is played.

3) General Knowledge : 6 marks

Background of the composers and of the works performed. The Period from which they derive.
Questions on the Form, Key, Modulation and the musical characteristics of the examination music
performed. The outline given, is a guide to the candidate. The Examiner may choose to ask any
reasonable question relative to the grade in order to reach an assessment.

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 4) Performance : 80 marks

• The full program must be representative of four different composers and styles. Complete works must
be performed. A concert standard of performance will be expected.
• A recital program of at least 30 minutes duration is mandatory. It is therefore possible that the candidate
may find it necessary to select more than one work from a List to provide a program of the required
length.
• The listed pieces can be used or replaced with works of a similar standard and style. It is necessary to
submit the planned Associate program to the GUILD for approval.
• At least ONE LIST is to be performed from memory. Any additional memory work by the candidate is
optional.

List A : 20 marks
Handel Grand Fugue no 3 in Bb
Grand Fugue no 4 in B minor
Suite no 13 in Bb (Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, Gigue)
J.S. Bach Italian Concerto 1st movement BWV 971
English Suite no 3 BWV 808 (Prelude)
English Suite no 4 (all)
French Suite no 2, 3, 4 (choose one)
Partita no 1 in Bb major
Partita no 2 in C minor BWV 826 (Sinfonia)
Partita no 4 in D major BWV 828 (Overture)
Partita no 6 in E minor BWV 830 (Toccata)
No 15, 19 (choose one) from 48 Preludes & Fugues Book 1
No 1, 3, 6, 11, 12, 19, 20 (choose one) from 48 Preludes & Fugues Book 2
Scarlatti Sonata XI & XII from Sixty Sonatas Vol 1 [Schirmer 1774]
Sonata no XXXI & XXXII from Sixty Sonatas Vol 2 [Schirmer 1775]
Own Choice Approval Required

List B : 20 marks
Beethoven Sonata in F minor op 2 no 1
Sonata in A major op 2 no 2
Sonata in C minor op 10 no 1
Sonata in F Major op 10 no 2
Sonata in E major op 14 no 1
Sonata in G major op 14 no 2
Sonata in Eb major op 27 no 1
Sonata in C# minor op 27 no 2
Sonata in G major op 31 no 1
Sonata in D minor op 31 no 2
Haydn Sonata in F major Hob XVI/23
Sonata in B minor Hob XVI/32
Sonata in E minor Hob XVI/34
Sonata in C major Hob XVI/50
Sonata in Eb major Hob XVI/52

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MuzioClementi Sonata in Eb op 12 no 4 [Peters 146]
Mozart Fantasia in C minor K475
Sonata in F major K280
Sonata in A minor K310
Sonata in A major K331
Sonata in F major K332
Sonata in F major K333
Sonata in Bb major K281
Schubert Sonata in A major op 120 DV664
Sonata in Eb major op 122 DV568
Sonata in A minor op 143 DV784
Sonata in B major op 147 DV575
Sonata in A minor op 164 DV537
Own Choice Approval Required

List C : 20 marks
Brahms Capriccio in D minor op 116
Intermezzo op 116 (Any one except no 4)
Intermezzo in Bb minor op 117 no 2
Intermezzo op 118 no 1
Intermezzo in E minor op 119 no 2
Rhapsody in G minor op 79 no 2
Chopin Ecossaises op 72 no 3
Impromptu in F# major op 36
Impromptu in Gb major op 51
Mazurka in D op 33 no 2
Nocturne in Bb minor op 9 no 1
Nocturne in E op 62 no 2
Nocturne in F# minor op 48 no 2
Polonaise op 26 no 1
Valse in Ab op 34 no 1
Gabriel Faurel Impromptu in F minor op 31 no 2
Mendelssohn Op 19 no 5 in F# minor from Songs Without Words
Rachmaninoff Prelude in G minor op 23 no 5 Serge
Prelude in C major op 32 no 1
Prelude in G major op 32 no 5
Schubert Impromptu op 90 no 1
Impromptu op 90 no 4
Impromptu op 142 no 1
Schumann Novellette op 21 no 1 in F
Tschaikowsky October (In Autumn) op 37 no 10 from The Seasons
November (In the Troika) op 37 no 11 from The Seasons
December (Christmas) op 37 no 12 from The Seasons
Own Choice Approval Required

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List D : 20 marks
Alexander Scriabin Etude in Bb minor op 8 no 11
Etude in C# minor op 2 no 1
Bela Bartok Bagatelle op 6 no 10
No 1, 2, 3 (choose one) from Three Burlesques [B&H]
Claude Debussy No 3(Serenade of the Doll) from Children’s Corner Suite No 3 from Prelude Book 2
Can You Read My Mind, How do You Keep the Music Playing, Miss Celie’s Blues,
Dan Coates The Prayer, Ragtime (choose one) from Dan Coates Complete Advanced Piano Solos
[Alfred AF9948]
Gabriel Faure Barcarolle in Ab op 44 no 4 [OUP]
Impromptu op 31 no 2 from 51 Piano Pieces [Hal Leonard]
Nocturne in Eb op 36 no 4 [Hamelle]
George Gershwin Any one of Three Preludes [Warner Brothers]
Lennox Berkley No 2 & 3 from Six Preludes [Chester]
Maurice Ravel Pavane from 51 Piano pieces
Prokofiev Gavotte in Eb op 77 no 4 [B&H]
Prelude in C op 12 no 7
Rachmaninoff Prelude in D op 23 no 4
Prelude in G op 32 no 5
Shostakovitch Prelude & Fugue no 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 22 (choose one) from 24 Prelude & Fugue
Own Choice Approval Required

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 PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE DIPLOMA - “P.Dip.AGM”

PRE-REQUISITE : All candidates for this Diploma must at the date of entry hold the Level 8 of the
GUILD in the same subject.

Examination Time : 50 minutes Minimum Pass : 70 marks

1) Performance : 80 marks

• The full program must be representative of FIVE Lists (5 x 16marks), different composers and styles.
Complete works must be performed. A concert standard of performance will be expected.
• Minimum performance time of 30minutes is mandatory. It is possible that the candidate may find it
necessary to select more than one work from theFIVELists to provide a program of the required length.
• Candidate can choose from the listed pieces or pieces from Associate Diploma or replace with works of
a similar standard and style. It is necessary to submit the planned Professional Performance program to
the GUILD for approval. At least ONE LIST is to be performed from memory. Any additional memory
work by the candidate is optional.

Andrew Webber Music of the Night, The Phantom of the Opera, Memory, Don’t Cry for me Argentina
(choose one) from Webber Andrew Lloyd Anthology [Music Sales]
Bill Evans Time remembered, Waltz for Debbie, Fudgesicle Build for Four, Very Early
(choose one) from Piano Solos [Tro-Songways-Chappell]
Dan Coates Separate Lives, When You Tell Me That You Love Me (choose one) from
Professional Touch Encyclopedia [Warner Bros Pub]
Can You Read My Mind, How do You Keep the Music Playing, Miss Celie’s Blues,
The Prayer, Ragtime (choose one) from Dan Coates Complete Advanced Piano Solos
[Alfred AF9948]
George Gershwin Naughty Baby, They Can’t Take That Away from Me (choose one) from
The New Gershwin George Ragtime Solos [Warner Bros. Pub]
Richard Au Bord De La Riviere, Concerto Pour Une Jeune Fille Nommee ‘Je T’Aime,
Clayderman Bye Bye Tristesseor Concerto Des Etoiles(choose one) Piano Solos Anthology
[Amsco Pub]
Rhapsody in Blue Fascinating Rhythm, 12st Street Rag, Autumn Nocturne, Temptation Rag,
& 45 Creative Concerto in F, Evergreen, Indian Love Call, Nostalgia (choose one) from
Piano Solos Rhapsody in Blue & 45 Creative Piano Solos [Alfred]
Scott Joplin Elite Syncopations, Joplin Gallery (choose one) from World’s Greatest Ragtime Solos
[Alfred 4615]
The Joy of Ragtime Ragtime Nightingale or Frog Legs Rag (choose one) [Yorktown Music Press]
Own Choice Approval Required
2) Summary : 20 marks

Candidates are required to prepare an information segment in a folio about each piece being played,
evidence of research and give details as to the Composers/ Style/ Period/ Formal Analysis/ Keys and Key
Modulations, etc. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates are
required to announce the pieces performed, special features of the pieces performed may be mentioned and
present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable dress, musicality, control,
presentation etc. all these take into account.

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 LICENTIATE PERFORMER DIPLOMA- “LAGM(P)”

PRE-REQUISITE : All candidates for this Diploma must at the date of entry hold the Associate Diploma
of the GUILD in the same subject.

This exam is a pre-requisite examination for entry into the Fellowship Diploma.This examination consists of
TWO parts – (Part One : Theoretical & Part Two : Practical ). Candidates are allowed to take each part in a
separate exam but must complete within the span of 3 years.

PART ONE :- THEORETICAL

All candidates must obtain a minimum pass of C+ 70 marks in the GUILD Grade 8 (or higher) theory of
music examination.

PART TWO :- PRACTICAL

Examination Time : 60 minutes Minimum Pass : 70 marks

1) Sight Reading : 7 marks

At a standard commensurate with this Diploma

2) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a substantial four bar phrase, with or without an anacrusis, played twice
by the Examiner. Dotted ryhthm, triplets and any time signature will be used. The candidate will
also be asked to state the time signature and to name the note values in any portion of the passage
played seperately.

Pitch : To sing or play from memory the lower part of a passage in two part harmony consisting of four bars
in simple time. The key will be stated and the key chord sounded before being played not more than three
times by the Examiner.

Harmony : To recognise and name Major or Minor Triads played in Root position, 1st inversion and 2nd
inversion by the Examiner.

Cadences : To recognise and name the four cadences in a passage played by the Examiner in Pianoforte
style. The key will be stated and the tonic chord sounded before the passage is played. Occasional inversion
of cadences will be used

Modulation : To recognise and name the modulations to related and nearly related keys in a passage in four
part harmony played by the Examiner with a short pause at the end of each modulatory phrase. The passage
will consist of 6 to 8 phrases, the tonic key will be stated and the key chord sounded. The test will not be
played more than three times.

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 3)General Knowledge : 6 marks

Background of the composers and of the works performed. The Period from which they derive
Questions on the Form, Key, Modulations and the musical characteristics of the examination
music performed. The outline give is a guide to the candidate. The Examiner may choose to ask
any reasonable question relative to the diploma in order to reach an assessment.

4) Performance : 80 marks

• The full program must be representative of four different composers and styles. Complete works must
be performed. A concert standard of performance will be expected.
• A recital program of at least 40 minutes duration is mandatory. It is therefore possible that the candidate
may find it necessary to select more than one work from a List to provide a program of the required
length.
• The listed pieces can be used or replaced with works of a similar standard and style. It is necessary
submit the planned Licentiate program to the GUILD for approval.
• At least ONE LIST is to be performed from memory. Any additional memory work by the candidate is
optional.

List A : 20 marks
J.S.BachChromatic Fantasy/Fugue BWV903
Fantasia con Fuga no 2 in Aminor BWV904
French Suite no 1orno6
Partita no 2 BWV826
Partita no 3 BWV827
Partita no 4 BWV828 (Overture & Allemande)
Prelude & Fugue no 3, 4, 7, 8,12, 20, 24 (choose one)from
48 Preludes & Fugues Book 1
Prelude & Fugue no 4, 5, 8, 10,13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23 (choose one)from 48
Preludes & Fugues Book 2
Toccata in D BWV903
Toccata in C minor BWV911
Toccata in D BWV912
Scarlatti Sonata in D minor Longo 108 & Sonata in G Longo 387
Sonata no XV & XVII from Sixty Sonatas vol 1
Sonata no XXVII & VII from Sixty Sonatas vol 1
Sonata no XVII & XXII from Sixty Sonatas vol 1
Sonata no X & XIX from Sixty Sonatas vol 1
Own Choice Approval Required

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List B : 20 marks
Beethoven Sonata in C major op 2 no 3
Sonata in Eb major op 31 no 3
Sonata in Eb major op 81a no 26 Les Adieux
Sonata in C major op 53 Waldstein
Sonata in A major op 101
Sonata in E major op 109
Sonata in Ab major op 110
32 Variations in C minor
Chopin Sonata in B minor op 58
Sonata in Bb minor op 42
Mozart Sonata in D major K576
Schubert Sonata in D DV850
Sonata in Bb DV960
Sonata in BB DV980
Sonata in G DV894 op 78
Schumann Sonata in G minor op 22
Own Choice Approval Required

List C : 20 marks
Brahms Ballade in F minor op 118 no 4
Rhapsody in Eb op 119 no 4
Rhapsody in B minor op 79 no 1
Scherzo in Eb minor op 4
Scherzo in B minor op 20
Scherzo in Bb minor op 31
Chopin Allegro de Concert op 46
Barcarolle op 60
Fantasie Impromptu op 66
Fantasie Polonaise op 61
Mazurkas op 24 to op 59 (choose one)
Nocturne in C minor op 48 no 1
Nocturne op 27 no 2
Nocturne op 72 no 1
Polonaise Fantasie op 61
EdvardGreig Sonata in E minor op 7
Franz List Hungarian Rhapsodie no 3 , 11 (choose one) [Breitkopf]
Mendelssohn Variations Seriuses op 54 [Henle.Belwin]
Rachmaninoff Etude Tableauz in A minor op 39 no 2 [Belwin]
Etude Tableau in C minor op 33 no 3 [Belwin]
Prelude in C minor op 23 no 7
Prelude in D major op 23 no 4
Schumann Abegg Variations op 1 [Henle]
Toccata op 7 [Henle]
Own Choice Approval Required

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List D : 20 marks
Alexander Scriabin Etude in C# minor op 42 no 5 [Peters]
Etude op 65 no 1 [Forberg]
Poem op 32 no 2
Study in Db op 8 no 10
Anton Webern Variations op 27 [Universal]
BelaBartok Musiques Nocturne from Out of Doors Suite Book 2 [Universal]
Claude Debussy Prelude no 4 Book 1 (Les sons et les parfums) [Durand]
Prelude no 7 Book 1 (Cequ’a vu le vent d’Quest) [Durand]
Prelude no 9 Book 1 (La Serenade interropmue) [Durand]
Prelude no 12 Book 2 (feuz d’ Artifice) [Durand]
Ernst Dohnanyi Capriccio in F minor op 28 no 6
Rhapsody in C major
Frank Martin Eight Preludes no 8 [Universal]
GarbielFaure Barcarolle in F# minor op 66 no 5
Nocturne in Db no 8
Isaac Albeniz Albaicin from Iberia Book 3 [Schott]
Maurice Ravel Jeux D’eaux, Toccata (choose one ) from Le Tombeau de Couperin
Ondine from Gaspard de la nuit [Allans.Durand]
Peter Sculthorpe Mountains [Faber]
Rachmaninoff Prelude in A minor op 32 no 8 [B&H]
Serge Prokofiev Sonata in C minor no 5 [B&H]
Shastakovitch Prelude & Fugue no 10, 12, 16 op 87 (choose one)from 24 Preludes & Fugues
Own Choice Approval Required

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 LICENTIATE TEACHER DIPLOMA- “LAGM(TD)”

PRE-REQUISITE : All candidates for this Diploma must at the date of entry hold the Associate Diploma
of the GUILD in the same subject.

This exam is a pre-requisite examination for entry into the Fellowship Diploma.This examination consists of
TWO parts – (Part One : Theoretical & Part Two : Practical ). Candidates are allowed to take each part in a
separate exam but must complete within the span of 3 years.

PART ONE :- THEORETICAL

All candidates must obtain a minimum pass of C+ 70 marks in the following papers :-

1. PAPER ONE : The Guild Grade 8 (or higher ) Theory of Music Examination

2. PAPER TWO : The Principle of Teaching Theory of Music Examination

PART TWO :- PRACTICAL

Examination Time : 60 minutes Minimum Pass : 70 marks

1) Sight Reading : 7 marks

At a standard commensurate with this Diploma

2) Ear Test : 7 marks

Rhythm : To clap or tap a substantial four bar phrase, with or without an anacrusis, played twice
by the Examiner. Dotted ryhthm, triplets and any time signature will be used. The candidate will
also be asked to state the time signature and to name the note values in any portion of the passage
played seperately.

Pitch : To sing or play from memory the lower part of a passage in two part harmony consisting of four bars
in simple time. The key will be stated and the key chord sounded before being played not more than three
times by the Examiner.

Harmony : To recognise and name Major or Minor Triads played in Root position, 1st inversion and 2nd
inversion by the Examiner.

Cadences : To recognise and name the four cadences in a passage played by the Examiner in Pianoforte
style. The key will be stated and the tonic chord sounded before the passage is played. Occasional inversion
of cadences will be used

Modulation : To recognise and name the modulations to related and nearly related keys in a passage in four
part harmony played by the Examiner with a short pause at the end of each modulatory phrase. The passage
will consist of 6 to 8 phrases, the tonic key will be stated and the key chord sounded. The test will not be
played more than three times.

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 3) General Knowledge : 6 marks

Background of the composers and of the works performed. The Period from which they derive.
Questions on the Form, Key, Modulations and the musical characteristics of the examination
music performed. The outline give is a guide to the candidate. The Examiner may choose to ask
any reasonable question relative to the diploma in order to reach an assessment.

4) Practical Demonstration of Teaching Principles (Viva Voce) : 20 marks

• This section of the LAGM(TD) examination requires that a candidate has a wide, active and general
musical background and has the ability to demonstrate the various skills required in relation to the
teaching of the choose instrument.
• The candidate will be required to give a demonstration lesson to the Examiner using material from the
particular Syllabus from and inclusive of Grade One through Proficiency Certificate.
• Candidates will be expected to demonstrate any technical work and exercises prescribed for the
particular instrumental examination in the Guild syllabus. Also to discuss common student errors and to
suggest means for their correction.
• Candidates will be asked to explain and demonstrate methods for the teaching of phrasing, interpretation
and style, to further discuss these aspects in relation to the use of the chosen instrument.
• Candidate will be aurally examined in the basic theoritical principles of teaching and performance.
• Candidate will be expected to discuss and demonstrate the various techniques and control used on the
chosen instrument
• Candidate will be asked to outline the reasons for Music Education and to discuss with the Examiner the
philosophy inherent in this concept.
• General questions on the History of Music, musical styles and different techniques used on the chosen
instrument in the performance of these styles.
• To demonstrate to the Examiner a comprehensive knowledge of the history and construction of the
chosen instrument and its relationship to music and to the repertoire.
• Candidates must submit to the Examiner a comprehensive teaching folio listing their teaching repertoire
from the particular Syllabus from and inclusive of Grade One through Proficiency Certificate. Written
comments attached to each work must clearly give an indication that the candidate is aware of the
musical requirements and technical difficulties in the listed works. Written comments must include
practise methods to overcome both observed and potential faults.
Note :The Teaching Principle paper is a written extension of the above Viva Voce examination.

5) Performance : 60 marks

• An executing examination on the candidate’s chosen instrument and a practical demonstration of

teaching principles. The full program must be representative of four different composers and styles.
Complete works music be performed. A reasonable concert standard of performance will be expected.
• A recital program, to be selected from the Licentiate Performer Diploma Lists A, B, C, D, is to be of at
least 30 minutes duration. It is therefore possible that the candidate may find it necessary to select more
than one work from a List to provide a program of the required length.
• The listed pieces can be used or replaced with works of a similar standard and style. It is necessary
submit the planned Licentiate program to the GUILD for approval.
• Performance from memory by the candidate is OPTIONAL in this examination.

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List A : 15 marks
J.S. Bach Chromatic Fantasy/Fugue BWV903
Fantasia con Fuga no 2 in Aminor BWV904
French Suite no 1, 6 (choose one)
Partita no 2 BWV826
Partita no 3 BWV827
Partita no 4 BWV828 (Overture & Allemande)
Prelude & Fugue no 3, 4, 7, 8,12, 20, 24 (choose one)from
48 Preludes & Fugues Book 1
Prelude & Fugue no 4, 5, 8, 10,13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23 (choose one)from 48
Preludes & Fugues Book 2
Toccata in D BWV903
Toccata in C minor BWV911
Toccata in D BWV912
Scarlatti Sonata in D minor Longo 108 & Sonata in G Longo 387
Sonata no XV & XVII from Sixty Sonatas vol 1
Sonata no XXVII & VII from Sixty Sonatas vol 1
Sonata no XVII & XXII from Sixty Sonatas vol 1
Sonata no X & XIX from Sixty Sonatas vol 1
Own Choice Approval Required

List B : 15 marks
Beethoven Sonata in C major op 2 no 3
Sonata in Eb major op 31 no 3
Sonata in Eb major op 81 A Les Adieux
Sonata in C major op 53 Waldstein
Sonata in A major op 101
Sonata in E major op 109
Sonata in Ab major op 110
32 Variations in C minor
Chopin Sonata in B minor op 58
Sonata in Bb minor op 42
Mozart Sonata in D major K576
Schubert Sonata in D DV850
Sonata in Bb DV960
Sonata in BB DV980
Sonata in G DV894 op 78
Schumann Sonata in G minor op 22
Own Choice Approval Required

List C : 15 marks
Alexander Scriabin Valse op 38
Brahms Ballade in F minor op 118 no 4
Rhapsody in Eb op 119 no 4
Rhapsody in B minor op 79 no 1
Scherzo in Eb minor op 4

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Brahms Scherzo in B minor op 20
Scherzo in Bb minor op 31
Chopin Allegro de Concert op 46
Barcarolle op 60
Fantasie Impromptu op 66
Fantasie Polonaise op 61
Mazurkas op 24 to op 59 (choose one)
Nocturne in C minor op 48 no 1
Nocturne op 27 no 2
Nocturne op 72 no 1
Polonaise Fantasie op 61
EdvardGreig Sonata in E minor op 7
Franz List Hungarian Rhapsodie no 3 , 11 (choose one) [Breitkopf]
Mendelssohn Variations Seriuses op 54 [Henle/Belwin]
Rachmaninoff Etude Tableaux in A minor op 39 no 2 [Belwin]
Etude Tableaux in C minor op 33 no 3 [Belwin]
Prelude in C minor op 23 no 7
Prelude in D major op 23 no 4
Schumann Abegg Variations op 1 [Henle]
Toccata op 7 [Henle]
Own Choice Approval Required

List D : 15 marks
Anton Webern Variations op 27 [Universal]
Alexander Scriabin Etude in C# minor op 42 no 5 [Peters]
Etude op 65 no 1 [Forberg]
Poem op 32 no 2
Study in Db op 8 no 10
BelaBartok Musiques Nocturne from Out of Doors Suite Book 2 [Universal]
Claude Debussy Prelude no 4 Book 1 (Les sons et les parfums) [Durand]
Prelude no 7 Book 1 (Cequ’a vu le vent d’Quest) [Durand]
Prelude no 9 Book 1 (La Serenade interropmue) [Durand]
Prelude no 12 Book 2 (feuz d’ Artifice) [Durand]
Ernst Dohnanyi Capriccio in F minor op 28 no 6
Rhapsody in C major
Frank Martin Eight Preludes no 8 [Universal]
Isaac Albeniz Albaicin from Iberia Book 3 [Schott]
Maurice Ravel Jeux D’eaux, Toccata (choose one ) from Le Tombeau de Couperin
Ondine from Gaspard de la nuit [Allans/Durand]
Prokofiev Sonata in C minor no 5 [B&H]
Rachmaninoff Prelude in A minor op 32 no 8 [B&H]
Shastakovitch Prelude & Fugue no 10, 12, 16 op 87 (choose one)from 24 Preludes & Fugues
Own Choice Approval Required

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 DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC PERFORMANCE - “Dip.PP.AGM”

PRE-REQUISITE : All candidates for this Diploma must at the date of entry hold the Professional
Performance Diploma of the GUILD in the same subject.

1. Application for this exam must be made in writing to the GUILD Council by the candidate. From the
date of approval, the candidate has 12 months to present the performance.

2. The candidate should have the ability to publicly present each item of the proposed program at high
level of professionalism.

3. The performance program must favourably compare with the standard required for the GUILD
Licentiate Performance Diploma Examination and should be performed at that minimal standard.
Candidates can choose the pieces from Licentiate Diploma or replaced with works of a similar standard.

4. A recital program of One hour duration is mandatory inclusive of short break in between pieces, with a
minimum performance time of 40 minutes.

5. Candidates are required to prepare an information segment in a folio about each piece being played,
evidence of research and give details as to the Composers/ Style/ Period/ Formal Analysis/ Keys and
Key Modulations, etc. This is given to the examiner when entering the examination room. Candidates
are required to announce the pieces performed, special features of the pieces performed may be
mentioned and present as if for a performance. Presentation, clarity of voice, suitable dress, musicality,
control, presentation etc. all these take into account.

6. The examination will be a public performance either in a Hall or suitable examination room with a
minimum audience of eight persons present.

7. An associate artist will be permitted to perform to allow a small break in the program of the candidate. It
is recommended that this artist performs in a different instrument.

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 FELLOWSHIP DIPLOMA - “FAGM”

PRE-REQUISITE : All candidates for this Diploma must at the date of entry hold the Licentiate Diploma
of the GUILD in the same subject.

GUILD Council approval is necessary for entry to the Fellowship Diploma. The candidate must be able to
demonstrate a long association with the GUILD and an empathy with its philosophy.

This advanced qualification will be awarded in the following areas for proven excellence OR as an Honour
for outstanding services to the GUILD.

1. Research Theses 50,000 words.

2. One major composition work.

3. A full concert performance.

4. A long and outstanding teaching career.

5. An original and unique innovation of outstanding importance within the framework of the GUILD.

6. Any sustained area of excellence in Music by which teachers and students will benefit.

Note :It is mandatory in section 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 above for a supporting Thesis to be written

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