What level of piano is Grade 8?

Level 3
Grade 8 piano is classed as a Level 3 qualification in the UK. Level 3 qualifications include A-levels, amongst other qualifications. This means that Grade 8 is the equivalent of an A-level in that it falls in the same classification bracket as A-Levels.

Is there a Grade 9 in piano?

1-3*, Piano Method (Original Works) Grade 9** or any pieces that are the same difficulty level. One candidate’s own composition can be included instead. Candidates will be asked to play two chosen by the examiners from the pieces prepared.

How long does it take to finish Grade 8 piano?

Usually students at school would do about one grade every year (so about 8 years in total to get to Grade 8) but this varies a lot depending on the student’s aptitude for music.

Is Grade 3 Piano hard?

Grade 3 RCM and Grade 3 ABRSM are roughly equivalent in difficulty, which is why I’m doing a combined video of the two. For Grade 3 RCM exams, you need to prepare 5 pieces: 2 etudes (studies), and 3 repertoire pieces. For Grade 3 ABRSM exams, you need to prepare 3 repertoire pieces.

What are the Practical Piano Grade 8 exams?

Find out about our Performance Grades, an alternative route to a graded music exam. Practical Piano Grade 8 exams consist of three pieces, scales and arpeggios, sight-reading, and aural tests. Total marks in all individual Practical exams are 150.

What are the different grades of piano?

There are eight grades of exam for Piano and candidates may be entered for any grade irrespective of age and without previously having taken any other grade in Piano. Candidates for a Grade 6, 7 or 8 exam must already have passed ABRSM Grade 5 (or above) in Music Theory, Practical Musicianship or a solo Jazz instrument.

What is the Rockschool piano syllabus?

The Rockschool Piano syllabus is an essential resource for contemporary pianists: with 9 levels of piano grades, all abilities are covered. Created with the modern musician in mind, it equips all aspiring pianists with the knowledge needed to confidently perform within the dynamic world of popular music.

How many marks do you need to pass a piano exam?

Practical Piano Grade 8 exams consist of three pieces, scales and arpeggios, sight-reading, and aural tests. Total marks in all individual Practical exams are 150. You need 100 marks to achieve Pass, 120 marks to pass with Merit and 130 marks to pass with Distinction.