Chords Quiz
Chords Quiz Welcome to the Chords Quiz Page! On this page you can test your ability to analyse chords using the extended Roman numeral system. This is the system used …
Music theory lessons for ABRSM and Trinity candidates
Intervals Quizzes Being able to recognise musical intervals is incredibly important, as it’s the first step to being able to identify chords, which leads to an understanding of harmony and …
Free ABRSM Grade 8 Music Theory Test PDF Download a free PDF ABRSM Grade 8 test here. Answers are supplied for Q4 and Q5. For Qs1-3 answers will vary.
Watch the video for a demonstration of how to tackle the ABRSM Grade 8 Composition question. This video is taken from the MyMusicTheory Grade 8 Video Course: see https://mymusictheory.newzenler.com/courses/grade-8-music-theory-abrsm
Performance Directions The given opening of your composition will already include: Don’t forget to copy these over in exactly the same way, when you copy the first two bars on …
Modulation Modulations are not stipulated in the ABRSM Grade 8 Composition question, but they are strongly recommended. You are unlikely to get a high mark in the exam if you …
Adapting a Melodic Idea Once you have decided which parts of the given opening are the most important (because they give the piece its character), you need to then adapt …
Creating a Structure It is a good idea to start your composition by outlining the whole structure of the composition. By building a skeleton structure first, you are more likely …
Analysing the Given Opening Every note or symbol that you write should have a justification. Each note should be: Find out the Characteristic Features of the Given Opening 1) The …