Rockschool – Band Based Keys Grade 5 Book/Cd

Rockschool – Band Based Keys Grade 5 Book and Cd

The “Rockschool – Band Based Keys Grade 5 Book and CD” is a resource designed for keyboard players who have a strong foundation in playing and are ready to advance their technical skills. This syllabus is part of the Band Based Keys series by Rockschool, which aims to place keyboard players at the centre of a band, allowing them to explore and perform various music styles.

In the Grade 5 book, you’ll find six pieces of original music that cover Rockabilly, Funk, and Brit/Pop music styles. The book includes standard notation, full mixes, and backing track CDs, as well as track fact files, playing tips, walkthroughs, unseen test examples, and technical exercises. It encourages students to be creative with the Rockschool tunes, allowing them to improvise and adapt the music to suit their own playing style.

This Grade 5 syllabus also aligns with Rockschool’s Guitar, Bass, and Drums syllabi, allowing students to play alongside their friends in a band setting. To use this resource, you’ll need a keyboard with 61 keys and access to patches like Acoustic piano, Electric piano, Organ, Strings, and Synth. Additionally, a sustain pedal is required for certain parts of the curriculum.

Overall, the Band Based Keys Grade 5 Book and CD are ideal for keyboard players who want to advance their skills and explore a variety of music styles within a band context.