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 ABRSM Piano, Violin Exam

Piano Exam Grand 1-8

Violin Exam Grand 1-8

Theory Exam Grade 5

Three-Month Performance Skills Preparation Plan for Piano and Violin ABRSM Exam

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Month One: Foundation Building

  1. Repertoire Selection and Assessment: Collaborate with the student to choose exam pieces that align with their proficiency level. Conduct an initial assessment to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

  2. Basic Skills Training: Emphasize fundamental skills such as intonation, rhythm, and bow control to ensure a solid foundation for performance.

  3. Speed and Fluidity: Gradually increase the tempo of selected pieces while maintaining smooth and controlled playing to instill confidence.

 

Month Two: Refining Performance Skills

  1. Skill-specific Exercises: Target challenging sections of the pieces for focused practice, strengthening the student's technical capabilities.

  2. Expressive Playing: Stress the importance of musical expression, guiding the student to deepen their understanding of the emotions within the pieces and enhance overall performance depth.

  3. Dynamic and Tone Control: Explore the flexible use of dynamics and variations in tone color to make the performance more expressive and emotionally resonant.

 

Month Three: Final Adjustments and Mock Exams

  1. Final Corrections: Conduct a meticulous review of all details within the pieces, making final adjustments to both technical aspects and expressive nuances.

  2. Mock Exams: Arrange simulated exam sessions to familiarize the student with the exam environment, assessing their performance under realistic conditions.

  3. Confidence Building: Provide effective psychological strategies and confidence-building exercises to ensure the student remains calm and focused on the exam day.

  4. Recording Instruction and Assistance: Julie Music Studio offers studio rental for students to conduct exam recordings and provides assistance in guiding the entire recording process, as well as facilitating subsequent uploads.

Piano and Violin Competition

Piano and Violin Competition Preparation Plan

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Phase One (Months 1-2): Assessment and Goal Setting

  1. Initial Assessment: Collaborate with the students to assess their current skill levels, identifying strengths and areas for improvement.Simultaneously, select the most suitable competition and level for the students.

  2. Select Competition Repertoire: Based on the students' levels, choose appropriate competition pieces, including one technically challenging piece and one with emotional depth.

  3. Weekly Goal Setting: Establish weekly practice goals, including technical exercises, integration of musical pieces, and performance skills.

 

Phase Two (Months 3-4): Technical Enhancement and Deepening Musical Understanding

  1. Technical Exercises: Focus on improving technical proficiency, including scales, arpeggios, and chords. Target specific technical challenges within the competition pieces.

  2. Musical Understanding: Deepen the students' understanding of the pieces, including structure, dynamics, and tone color, to enhance the depth of their performance.

  3. Piano Accompaniment Practice: If possible, engage in ensemble practice with an accompanist to ensure coordination and harmony between the piano and violin.

  4. Weekly Memorization Objective: Facilitate successful memorization of the entire piece for students.

 

Phase Three (Months 5-6): Performance Enhancement and Final Polish

  1. Performance Skill Enhancement: Emphasize performance skills, including stage presence, interaction with the audience, and building confidence for the competition.

  2. Simulated Performances: Schedule simulated competitions to replicate the real competition environment, improving the students' adaptability on stage.

  3. Final Polish: Conduct final integration of musical pieces, speed practice, and address any potential issues to ensure the students deliver outstanding performances on competition day.

  4. Psychological Preparation: Provide effective psychological preparation to help students overcome nervousness and anxiety, ensuring they remain calm and confident during the competition.

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