Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 – Guitar Grade 6

Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 – Guitar Grade 6

The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Guitar Grade 6 songbook is the official resource for candidates preparing for Grade 6 under Trinity College London’s 2018–2023 syllabus. Published by Trinity College London Press and distributed by Hal Leonard, this 48-page softcover edition includes access to demo and backing tracks online, giving learners the tools they need for polished practice and confident exam performance.

Featuring eight iconic rock and pop tracks with performance guidance and background notes, the book supports technical development, stylistic fluency, and musical expression for advancing guitarists.

Songs Included

• Adventure of a Lifetime – Coldplay
• Johnny B. Goode – Chuck Berry
• Rope – Foo Fighters
• Riff Raff – AC/DC
• Samba Pa Ti – Santana
• Smooth Criminal – Alien Ant Farm
• The Wind Cries Mary – The Jimi Hendrix Experience
• With a Little Help from My Friends – Joe Cocker

Skills & Learning Focus

• Advanced solo techniques and expressive articulation
• Genre fluency across blues, funk, pop, rock, and classic rock
• Improved rhythmic precision and groove
• Stylistic improvisation and phrasing skills

Exam Structure

• Song 1 (25 marks): Performed with official Trinity backing track (chosen from the book).
• Song 2 (25 marks): Another in-book song or own-choice arrangement/composition.
• Song 3 – Technical Focus (30 marks): A designated track highlighting two specific technical skills.
• Session Skills / Overall Performance (20 marks):
  • Face-to-face exams: Improvisation or playback.
  • Digital exams: Holistic assessment across all three songs.

Summary Table

Why Choose This Book?

• Aligned with Trinity’s official 2018–2023 Grade 6 Guitar syllabus
• Includes genre-spanning repertoire from Hendrix, Santana, Foo Fighters, and more
• Backed with demo and play-along tracks for realistic band-style preparation
• Encourages both technical precision and creative improvisation

Master Classic & Contemporary Guitar Styles

The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Guitar Grade 6 book combines world-class repertoire, technical guidance, and performance tools. With songs from Chuck Berry to Coldplay, it challenges guitarists to advance their skills while preparing for Grade 6 exam success.

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