Trinity Rock & Pop Drums Initial Book (2018)

Trinity Rock & Pop Drums Initial Book (2018)

Performance is at the heart of Trinity’s Rock and Pop exams – whether self-taught or taking lessons, learning for fun or heading for a career in the music industry, these exams help musicians develop valuable playing skills and achieve their musical ambitions.

You can access everything you need to prepare for the performance part of the exam in our new graded songbooks. Our Rock and Pop books are available for Initial to Grade 8 and each includes eight songs with performance hints and tips. There’s also useful background information so you can explore the story behind, and techniques used in, the songs.

Rock and Pop Drums exams help you improve key playing skills and techniques including tempos and strokes, paradiddles, flams, and ratamacues, while playing the music you love. Song lists include music from David Bowie, Foo Fighters, Queen, The White Stripes, and Michael Jackson.

Our exam program is complemented by a comprehensive set of resources designed to provide essential support for learners at every stage. These resources aim to enhance the learning experience, ensuring students are well-prepared and confident when they take their exams.

Pieces Include:

1. Do I Wanna Know?
2. Gold Lion
3. Hold On
4. Hot Pants
5. Island In The Sun
6. Three Little Birds
7. We Will Rock You
8. Yellow

Key Resources Include:

1. Graded Songbooks: Each songbook is tailored to a specific grade and contains all the songs needed for the exam. These books not only provide the sheet music but also include performance tips and detailed background information about each song, enriching the student’s understanding and appreciation of the music.

2. Demo and Backing Tracks: To aid in practice and performance preparation, demo and backing tracks for the songs featured in the songbooks are available. These tracks can be accessed via downloads or provided on CD, offering a flexible and convenient way for students to practice with professional-quality accompaniments.

3. Trinity Rock and Pop Arrangements: For students who wish to perform a piece of their choice, we offer additional arrangements suitable for use as own-choice songs. These arrangements are part of the Trinity Rock and Pop catalog and are updated regularly. Students and instructors can check our website for the latest additions, ensuring they have access to the most current and relevant material.

4. Session Skills Example Tests Books: To further support our learners, we provide books that contain example tests for session skills. These books are an invaluable resource for students to practice and master the skills required for their exams, such as improvisation and playback.

These resources are designed to support a diverse range of musical talents and preferences, accommodating various learning styles and objectives. With these tools, learners can feel fully prepared to excel in their exams and further their musical journeys.

Also Available in the Trinity Rock & Pop Drum Series:

Trinity Rock and Pop Drums – InitialTrinity Rock and Pop Drums – Grade 1
Trinity Rock and Pop Drums – Grade 2
Trinity Rock and Pop Drums – Grade 3
Trinity Rock and Pop Drums – Grade 4
Trinity Rock and Pop Drums – Grade 5
Trinity Rock and Pop Drums – Grade 6
Trinity Rock and Pop Drums – Grade 7
Trinity Rock and Pop Drums – Grade 8
Trinity Rock and Pop Session Skills Drums – Initial to Grade 2Trinity Rock and Pop Session Skills Drums – Grade 3 to Grade 5
Trinity Rock and Pop Session Skills Drums – Grade 6 to Grade 8