Music Theory Grades 6 to 8 – syllabus summary

Select your grade below for a summary of what we assess at each grade or download the complete syllabus for Music Theory Grades 6 to 8.

We assess Music Theory at Grades 6 to 8 through a paper-based exam.

  • Increased harmonic vocabulary & modulation
  • Four-part writing / keyboard style & figured bass
  • Completion of a melody using a given opening
  • Score reading and music in context
  • Increased harmonic vocabulary & modulation
  • Four-part writing / keyboard style & figured bass
  • Writing melody above a piano accompaniment or completion of a melody using a given opening
  • Score reading and music in context
  • Increased harmonic vocabulary & modulation
  • Completion of an outline from a trio sonata and a piano piece
  • Completion of a melody using a given opening
  • Score reading and music in context

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