The Grade 6 Classical Violin exam is for candidates who have reached the first stage of advanced level playing. They have mastered the key skills up to Grade 5 and have since developed appropriate technique, expressive devices, rhythmic complexity, coordination and musical understanding. Candidates will have an increased extent of individuality, enhanced stylistic awareness and there is an option to demonstrate assured and articulate improvisation. Candidates will demonstrate a good understanding of form and structure with clear musical communication.

Design to provide an engaging, informative and rigorous focus on the skills and awareness required for the modern violinist. Strong focus on composers from a diverse range of backgrounds draw music from the Western Classical, Jazz and Pop traditions.

The pieces in the grade book can be used for both the Grade Exam and Performance Certificate. At Grade 6 they are longer, typically in the region of two and a half to three minutes in duration. The expectation and length of pieces are designed so candidates can demonstrate the required assessment criteria.

Featuring

1.     Nocturne – Lili Boulanger

2.     Sonata No.2 in A Major – La Chavelier de Saint Georges

3.     1^st Movement (Allegro) – George Friderik Handel

4.     On The Nature Of Daylight – Max Richter

5.     Laughing Raindrops – Aaron Minsky

6.     The Lover’s Dance – Edwards W. Hardy

7.     Ticklin’ Toes – Florence Price

8.     He’s a Pirate – Pirates of the Caribbean

9.     Survivor – Destiny’s Child

10.Awaken – Damian Escobar