Rockschool Acoustic Guitar Grade 1 - (2019)

SKU: BT.RSK200112

ISBN 9781789360875. English.

Rockschool Acoustic Grade 2 is for students who have been learning approximately one year to eighteen months and have established the key basic skills along with solid basic techniques.

The 2019 Acoustic syllabus is a refreshed approach to acoustic guitar. The syllabus features six tracks for each grade that have been meticulously benchmarked to support students as they learn the instrument. At each grade two of the pieces ask the students to perform without backing track, exploring the sound and resonance of their instrument. The remaining tracks are session style backing tracks that include vocal accompaniment. We've also included the vocal melody lines in the gradebooks for students who sing and play at the same time.

• 6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists
• A diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes
• Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening
• Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track
• Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online
• All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams

SKU: BT.RSK200115

ISBN 9781789360905. English.

Rockschool Acoustic Grade 5 is for students who have acquired the intermediate skills and techniques and have developed an increasing sense of stylistic conviction. This is demonstrated through instrumental techniques, increasing rhythmic complexity and convincing solo and improvisation work.

The 2019 Acoustic syllabus is a refreshed approach to acoustic guitar. The syllabus features six tracks for each grade that have been meticulously benchmarked to support students as they learn the instrument. At each grade two of the pieces ask the students to perform without backing track, exploring the sound and resonance of their instrument. The remaining tracks aresession style backing tracks that include vocal accompaniment. We've also included the vocal melody lines in the grade books for students who sing and play at the same time.

• 6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists
• A diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes
• Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening
• Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track
• Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online
• All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams

SKU: BT.RSK200116

ISBN 9781789360912. English.

Rockschool Acoustic Grade 6 is for students who have begun to develop advanced technical control and a competent grasp of stylistic techniques. At Grade 6 this is shown through mature stylistic conviction, execution of rhythmic complexity, creative and stylistic solo and improvisation work as well as a secure sense of communication and performance.

The 2019 Acoustic syllabus is a refreshed approach to acoustic guitar. The syllabus features six tracks for each grade that have been meticulously benchmarked to support students as they learn the instrument. At each grade two of the pieces ask the students to perform without backing track, exploring the soundand resonance of their instrument. The remaining tracks are session style backing tracks that include vocal accompaniment. We've also included the vocal melody lines in the grade books for students who sing and play at the same time.

• 6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists
• A diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes
• Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening
• Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track
• Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online
• All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams

SKU: BT.RSK200117

ISBN 9781789360929. English.

Rockschool Acoustic Grade 7 is for students who have a developed and advanced technical control and a thorough grasp of extended stylistic techniques. At Grade 7 this is shown through mature stylistic conviction, execution of rhythmic complexity, mature and creative stylistic solo and improvisation work as well as a commanding sense of communication and performance.

The 2019 Acoustic syllabus is a refreshed approach to acoustic guitar. The syllabus features six tracks for each grade that have been meticulously benchmarked to support students as they learn the instrument. At each grade two of the pieces ask the students to perform without backing track, exploring thesound and resonance of their instrument. The remaining tracks are session style backing tracks that include vocal accompaniment. We've also included the vocal melody lines in the grade books for students who sing and play at the same time.

• 6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists
• A diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes
• Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening
• Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track
• Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online
• All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams

SKU: HL.360474

ISBN 9781789361919. UPC: 840126990867. 9.0x12.0x0.242 inches.

Rockschool Acoustic is for candidates who have been learning a short time and have learnt the basic skills. The 2019 Acoustic syllabus is a refreshed approach to acoustic guitar. The syllabus features six tracks for each grade that have been meticulously benchmarked to support students as they learn the instrument. At each grade two of the pieces ask the students to perform without backing track, exploring the sound and resonance of their instrument. The remaining tracks are session style backing tracks that include vocal accompaniment. We've also included the vocal melody lines in the grade books for students who sing and play at the same time. • 6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists including Alanis Morissette, Robert Johnson, Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Eric Clapton, and Bill Withers • A diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes • Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening • Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track • Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online • All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams.

SKU: HL.360464

ISBN 9781789361834. UPC: 840126991017. 9.0x12.0x0.231 inches.

Rockschool Acoustic Debut is for candidates who have been learning a short time and have learnt the basic skills. The 2019 Acoustic syllabus is a refreshed approach to acoustic guitar. The syllabus features six tracks for each grade that have been meticulously benchmarked to support students as they learn the instrument. At each grade two of the pieces ask the students to perform without backing track, exploring the sound and resonance of their instrument. The remaining tracks are session style backing tracks that include vocal accompaniment. We've also included the vocal melody lines in the grade books for students who sing and play at the same time. • 6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists including the Lumineers, Jason Mraz, the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Bill Withers, and Ben E. King • A diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes • Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening • Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track • Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online • All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams.

SKU: HL.360470

ISBN 9781789361889. UPC: 840126990843. 9.0x12.0x0.219 inches.

The Rockschool Acoustic series is for candidates who have been learning a short time and have learnt the basic skills. The 2019 Acoustic syllabus is a refreshed approach to acoustic guitar. The syllabus features six tracks for each grade that have been meticulously benchmarked to support students as they learn the instrument. At each grade two of the pieces ask the students to perform without backing track, exploring the sound and resonance of their instrument. The remaining tracks are session style backing tracks that include vocal accompaniment. We've also included the vocal melody lines in the grade books for students who sing and play at the same time. • 6 new arrangements of iconic rock, pop, and contemporary music tracks from classic and contemporary artists including the James Taylor, Corinne Bailey Rae, Eva Cassidy, the Beatles, Eric Clapton, and Bon Jovi • A diverse selection of contemporary music ever seen in a syllabus making the Grades accessible to everyone without precluding any musical tastes • Fact Files: band and artist background information with recommended listening • Walkthroughs: in-depth guidance on every track • Downloadable audio: easily access audio content online • All the essential music theory and technique you need to pass your exams.

SKU: HL.360467

ISBN 9781789361858. UPC: 840126990553. 9.0x12.0x0.205 inches.

Learn to play rock and pop with Rockschool. These specially written arrangements develop the skills and techniques you need to help you achieve your musical goals. Rockschool has commissioned arrangements of titles reflecting popular music's rich heritage in all its forms and have tailored each piece to make it exactly right for the grade. You can also use titles from Rockschool's Classics series as part of the syllabus. The arrangements have been written and performed by top session musicians who have worked with some of the biggest names in rock, metal and pop. The tracks were recorded at Real World's acclaimed recording studios and feature live instruments and first rate performances for an unrivalled level of feel, authenticity and musicianship. Featuring: Everybody Hurts (R.E.M.) • Let Her Go (Passenger) • Other Side of the World (KT Tunstall) • Shallow (Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper) • (Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay (Otis Redding) • We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together (Taylor Swift) • and six Rockschool originals. Plus: • Band and artist fact files with recommended listening • In-depth walkthroughs of every track • Easy-access downloadable audio • Example tests and exercises.

SKU: HL.360466

ISBN 9781789361841. UPC: 840126990591. 9.0x12.0x0.182 inches.

Learn to play rock and pop with Rockschool. These specially written arrangements develop the skills and techniques you need to help you achieve your musical goals. Rockschool has commissioned arrangements of titles reflecting popular music's rich heritage in all its forms and have tailored each piece to make it exactly right for the grade. You can also use titles from Rockschool's Classics series as part of the syllabus. The arrangements have been written and performed by top session musicians who have worked with some of the biggest names in rock, metal and pop. The tracks were recorded at Real World's acclaimed recording studios and feature live instruments and first rate performances for an unrivalled level of feel, authenticity and musicianship. Featuring: Come As You Are (Nirvana) • Hallelujah (Jeff Buckley) • Perfect (Ed Sheeran) • Redemption Song (Bob Marley) • Seven Nation Army (The White Stripes) • Titanium (David Guetta feat. Sia) • and six Rockschool originals. Plus: • Band and artist fact files with recommended listening • In-depth walkthroughs of every track • Easy-access downloadable audio • Example tests and exercises.