Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 – Bass Grade 7

Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 – Bass Grade 7

The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass Grade 7 songbook is the official publication for candidates preparing for Grade 7 bass exams under Trinity College London’s 2018–2023 syllabus. Published by Trinity College London Press and distributed by Hal Leonard, this book provides eight performance-ready tracks with detailed performance guidance and access to demo/backing tracks online to ensure comprehensive preparation.

Songs Included

• Babooshka – Kate Bush
• Higher Ground – Red Hot Chili Peppers
• I Believe in Miracles – The Jackson Sisters (appears in some editions)
• Phantom of the Opera – Iron Maiden
• Sir Duke – Stevie Wonder
• The Spirit of Radio – Rush
• Too Shy – Kajagoogoo
• Two Tribes – Frankie Goes to Hollywood

Exam Structure

• Song 1 (25 marks): Performed with the official Trinity backing track.
• Song 2 (25 marks): May be another in-book track, an additional arrangement, an own-choice piece, or an original composition.
• Song 3 – Technical Focus (30 marks): One song chosen for its focus on two technical skills.
• Session Skills / Overall Performance (20 marks):
  • Face-to-face: Improvisation or playback test.
  • Digital: Evaluated across all three performances.

Skills & Techniques Developed

• Complex groove and rhythm management
• Advanced articulation and dynamic phrasing
• Expanded stylistic range across funk, prog rock, pop, and soul
• Technical accuracy in fast passages and intricate basslines

Summary Table

Why Choose This Book?

• Official Trinity Grade 7 resource aligned to the 2018–2023 Bass syllabus
• Includes iconic repertoire across funk, prog rock, soul, and pop
• Backing tracks provide authentic band-style preparation
• Helps bassists refine advanced technique and stylistic confidence

Master Complex Basslines with Confidence

The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Bass Grade 7 book equips learners with challenging repertoire, technical focus, and professional-level preparation tools. With classics by Rush, Stevie Wonder, RHCP, and more, it develops both musical expression and technical mastery essential for advanced bass performance.

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