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music practical - 6 pieces

Peg14 · 2015-01-25 23:38:55

would all 6 pieces have to be a grade 6/7 standard? Or could I play four grade 6/7 and two maybe grade 5 but played really well? appreciate any answers!

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26-01-2015 12:38am

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would all 6 pieces have to be a grade 6/7 standard? Or could I play four grade 6/7 and two maybe grade 5 but played really well?
appreciate any answers!

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#2 31-01-2015 11:08pm
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To be fair to all students in ireland who begin music in 1st year, the general standard is Grade 5. (accounting for the students who don;t do Transiition Year).

So from your perspective you could do whatever combination you like.

Be careful of choosing technically difficult pieces for the sake of it (this is a common trap advanced students fall into). Pick 6 peaces that you can rattle off fairly well.
I used to recommend that students chose a varied program (major/minor keys/fast/slow/baroque/classical/jazz). but lately I just say to play to their strengths.. if they want to play 6 Bach preludes then go for it.... (assuming those 6 preludes are your best selection).

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