Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 – Guitar Grade 7

Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 – Guitar Grade 7

The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Guitar Grade 7 songbook is the official resource for advanced candidates preparing under Trinity College London’s 2018–2023 syllabus. Published by Trinity College London Press and distributed by Hal Leonard, this ~60-page softcover includes access to demo and backing tracks to support focused practice and exam performance.

Eight stylistically diverse tracks come with performance guidance and background notes, helping you refine tone, articulation, and stage-ready expression at Grade 7 level.

Songs Included

• Black Dog – Led Zeppelin
• Carry On Wayward Son – Kansas
• New Born – Muse
• Mr Brightside – The Killers
• Orion – Metallica
• Phantom of the Opera – Iron Maiden
• Sultans of Swing – Dire Straits
• Voodoo Child (Slight Return) – The Jimi Hendrix Experience

Skills & Techniques (Grade 7 Focus)

• Tone control, dynamic contrast, and expressive nuance
• Tremolo picking for speed and consistency
• Metal/rock “galloping” rhythmic feel
• Mastery of extreme dynamic range from subtle motifs to full-power riffs

Exam Format

• Song 1 (25 marks): From the book, performed with official backing track.
• Song 2 (25 marks): Another in-book piece or an own-choice work at Grade 7 level.
• Song 3 – Technical Focus (30 marks): A designated track highlighting two specific technical skills.
• Session Skills / Overall Performance (20 marks):
  • Face-to-face: Playback or improvisation.
  • Digital: Holistic assessment across the three performances.

Summary Table

Why Choose This Book?

• Aligned with the official 2018–2023 Grade 7 syllabus
• Iconic repertoire spanning classic and modern rock
• Includes pro-quality backing tracks for authentic practice
• Targets advanced technique and expressive performance

Play Advanced Rock Classics with Confidence

The Trinity Rock & Pop 2018 Guitar Grade 7 book brings together challenging repertoire, detailed guidance, and media support so you can develop the control, speed, and musicality needed to excel at Grade 7—and on stage.

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