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Percussion

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Academy

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A series of graded examinations

Designed by drummers, for drummers.

There are 2 forms of examination available: ACADEMY GRADE and PERFORMANCE GRADE 1. ACADEMY GRADE EXAMINATION:

Consists of:

1. A selection of rudiments chosen by the examiner, to be played from memory. 2. Three pieces to be played.

Two of the pieces must be chosen from the current Percussion Academy repertoire, the third piece may be either from the current Percussion Academy repertoire or a substitute piece of apprpriate standard.

3. Supporting tests (as outlined on facing page). 2. ACADEMY PERFORMANCE EXAMINATION:

Consists of:

4 pieces only to be played.

Three of the pieces must be chosen from the current Percussion Academy repertoire, the fourth piece may be either from the current Percussion Academy repertoire or a substitute piece of appropriate standard.

No supporting tests are required for performance grade examinations. SUBSTITUTE PIECE:

All exams: a 'free choice' piece of the appropriate standard may be

substituted for one of the above pieces.

The candidate must bring to the exam the original music plus a copy for the use of the examiner. Photocopies will be destroyed

at the conclusion of the exam.

If the piece requires c.d. accompaniment, the candidate must supply the c.d. Piano accompaniment cannot be provided.

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pecially composed pieces, designed to challenge and inspire, ensuring that success, with practice, is attainable.

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xaminations are conducted in an atmosphere of friendly encouragement, to put the candidate at ease and to ensure that the examination is a positive and inspiring experience.

EXAMINATIONS

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There are no supporting test requirements for Performance examinations. Sight reading

Study for a maximum of 1 minute and then attempt to play a short piece.

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Viva Voce

Candidates will be asked a maximum of 6 questions relating to either the pieces played or the drum kit.

Time signature

On being given the pulse, recognise the time signature of a rhythm, played twice by the examiner.

Repetition

Repeat a phrase after a second playing by the examiner.

Ensemble

Accompany on drums, a piece of music played either on piano or via a CD.

Musical genre

Candidates will be requested to play 3 bars of a particular rhythm, ending with a fill bar.

PERFORMANCE EXAMINATIONS

GRADE EXAMINATIONS

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Candidates will be requested to accompany a piece of music for approximately 45 seconds. Drum fills may be inserted as appropriate but are not necessary. An example of the required standard of rhythm for this grade is:

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Examples for this grade are:

TIME SIGNATURES

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Candidates will be requested to improvise 3 bars in one of the following styles,

ending with a fill bar.

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NOTE

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Candidates will be asked a maximum of 6 questions from the following list.

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Decrescendo/Diminuendo Crescendo

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" " shell " " lugs

" " tuning rods " " release lever Explain the main difference between the heads of the snare drum (strength). Name the heads of the snare drum (batter & snare).

Name the drums & cymbals.

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2nd time ending

Play type of note indicated by the total amount of tails, for the length of the note without the extra tails, i.e. 8 demi semi quavers.(a roll) L. V. (let vibrate)

Compound time signature (indicates 12 quavers per bar)

Final double bar line

Metronome Mark. Indicates tempo i.e. 120 beats per minute

Bar line

Repeat previous bar

fortissimo Grace note

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Accent (play note stronger (louder)

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Each candidate will be required to present their individual copy of the book for the examiner to sign.

If necessary the book may be re-used for examination retakes by the same candidate. The book will be signed each time by the examiner.

Photocopies, PDF's etc., are not allowed. Candidate's name ...

Examiner's signature ... 16