Keys Level 3

The Grade 6 Keys exam is for candidates who have been typically learning in the region of four or more years and 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, co-ordination and musical understanding.
Candidates will have an increased extent of individuality and enhanced stylistic awareness. There will be good understanding of form and structure with clear musical communication. Grade 6 introduces multiple patch switching, solos, layers and multiple splits, advanced specialist styles and techniques.
The Grade 7 Keyboard exam is for candidates who have been typically learning for four to five years and have extended their advanced level playing. They have mastered the key skills up to Grade 6 and developed notable security of appropriate technique, use of expressive devices, rhythmic complexity, fluency and musical understanding.
Candidates will be able to demonstrate strong musical form and structure. There will be mature and authentic stylistic awareness, with developing individuality and communication. Grade 7 introduces multiple patch switching, solos, layers and multiple splits, advanced specialist styles and techniques.
The Grade 8 Keyboard exam is for candidates who have been typically learning for five years or more and have now consolidated their playing to a high level. They have mastered the key skills up to Grade 7 and developed heightened technique, use of expressive devices, rhythmic complexity, fluency, co-ordination and musical understanding.
There will be an innate stylistic conviction and distinctive musicality with strong individuality.Communication will be commanding