Christmas Listening: ABRSM Aural Skills Grade 1-3
Learn the skills to ace the ABRSM aural tests and pick up the extra marks to get that Merit or Distinction!
ONLINE CLASS
Session One: Monday Dec 21st, 10-11am (GMT)
Session Two: Tuesday Dec 22nd, 10-11am (GMT)
In the rush to perfect pieces and scales the aural tests sometimes get forgotten, but with 18 marks up for grabs they can easily make the difference between Pass, Merit and Distinction. In these two classes I offer step-by-step preparation for all aspects of the ABRSM aural tests at Grades 1-3, taught through fun games and exercises with a Christmas twist.
Suitable for ages 6-11
Skills Covered
Session One
Pulse and Metre
Clapping in time with a short piece
Identifying whether it is in 2, 3 or 4 time
Echoes
Developing pitch-sense and singing accuracy
Repetition of short melodies
Session Two
Differences
Identifying the differences between similar phrases
Builds on skills learned in Session One
Musical Features
Identifying dynamics, articulation, tempo and tonality
Crucial preparation for the more demanding tests at later grades
Book Christmas Listening Grade 1-3
Please book your place on the course using the form below. If you choose to add an individual aural skills assessment you will receive a code allowing you to schedule it for the time of your choice.