Always wanted to learn an instrument and are finally ready to take the plunge? Maybe your child is excited to kick-start their musical career. Either way, you may be wondering what exactly you can expect from the Trinity College London’s Initial Grade.
In this article, I’ll share with you a bit more information on Initial Grade lessons, the learning process, the examination, and how you can make the most of the very first chapter in your musical journey.
Ready? Let’s get started.
What is Initial Grade?
The renowned and proven Trinity College of London music education system is divided into nine grades, beginning with Initial, First, Second, and so on until Grade Eight.
All beginners start at Initial Grade – it’s the ideal introduction to your instrument.
What will I learn in Initial Grade?
One of the fundamental philosophies of the Trinity College London is flexibility. All musicians have strengths and weaknesses, interests, talents, and musical tastes. To cater to the diverse range of students, the system gives you the power to pick the music that you want to play.
In Initial Grade, you’ll have the opportunity to select your favourite compositions from a list of expertly curated pieces. These are all designed for beginners and will help you learn to read music while developing a solid technical foundation.
How Initial Grade works
Once you’ve selected your compositions, it’s time to pick up your instrument and start practicing.
If it feels challenging at first, don’t be disheartened. Playing music is a unique activity that forces your brain to work in a whole new way. It may take a few tries to get the hang of it.
To make the most of the Initial Grade, we suggest attending Trinity College London music lessons or investing in online video or private lessons. A quality teacher will help you reach your full musical potential and nip bad habits in the bud.
When you feel confident that you’ve completed the Initial Grade syllabus, you can register to take an exam or move straight on to First Grade. We highly recommend taking the exam – for Initial Grade, it’ll take less than 15 minutes. If you pass your exams at each grade, you’ll finish with a recognised qualification.
You can learn more about what to expect at your exam here: Trinity College London exams: what to expect
Start Initial Grade Lesson today
If you’re in the Sydney region, start Initial Grade today on the instrument of your choice at the Liverpool Academy of Music. Give us a call on 02 9602 9774 to organise your lesson time today.
If you’re interested in learning guitar through the Trinity College London system, but you’re not able to attend our Liverpool Academy, visit the Academy’s Director Steve Flack’s new online guitar lesson website. Complete the Initial Grade with a world-class guitar teacher in the comfort of your own home.
