Trinity and ABRSM Grade examination (Grade 8) Preparation Course by Raunaq Sachdeva

Overview

The Trinity and ABRSM Guitar Examination Preparation Course is a structured, exam-focused online training program designed to help students successfully prepare for Trinity College London and ABRSM graded guitar examinations (Grades 1 to 8). Taught by Raunaq Sachdeva, this course emphasizes technical accuracy, musical expression, and confident performance aligned with international music examination standards.

The program is suitable for students at different stages of their guitar journey—from beginners aiming to enter graded exams to advanced learners preparing for higher grades up to Grade 8. Lessons are carefully planned to match the official syllabi of Trinity and ABRSM, ensuring students receive focused, relevant, and reliable preparation for both practical and theoretical assessments.

What Students Will Learn

Students enrolled in this course will develop comprehensive exam-ready skills, including:

• Correct guitar posture and hand positioning

• Technical exercises required for Trinity and ABRSM exams

• Scales and arpeggios as per grade-specific syllabi

• Chords and harmonic understanding

• Sight-reading techniques and rhythm accuracy

• Aural skills and listening development

• Repertoire preparation according to prescribed exam lists

• Tone production and dynamic control

• Stylistic interpretation for different musical periods

• Music theory concepts relevant to graded examinations

• Performance confidence and exam presentation skills

• Time management strategies for exam preparation

Each component is taught with a clear connection to exam marking criteria.

Teaching Method

• Mode: Online live classes

• Lesson Structure:

  • Individual or small-batch sessions

  • Grade-wise structured lesson plans

  • Personalized feedback based on student level

  • Step-by-step breakdown of exam requirements

  • Regular revision and performance practice

The sessions balance technical drills, musical understanding, and repertoire development, ensuring students progress steadily without feeling overwhelmed.

Why Learn from This Tutor

Raunaq Sachdeva offers focused, syllabus-aligned guitar coaching designed specifically for graded music examinations. His teaching approach prioritizes clarity, consistency, and structured progress, helping students understand not just what to play, but how and why it is evaluated in exams.

Lessons are adapted to the learner’s pace and exam goals, making the preparation process organized, confident, and stress-free.

Who Should Join This Course

This course is ideal for:

• Students preparing for Trinity College London guitar exams

• Learners appearing for ABRSM Grades 1–8

• Beginners planning to start graded music certifications

• Intermediate guitarists aiming for higher-grade progression

• Students seeking international-standard music education

• Learners requiring structured and exam-oriented guidance

Benefits & Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, students will:

• Gain clear understanding of Trinity and ABRSM exam formats

• Improve technical accuracy and musical expression

• Develop strong sight-reading and aural skills

• Perform confidently during practical examinations

• Build long-term musicianship beyond exam success

• Approach music assessments with clarity and preparation

The program ensures students are exam-ready, confident, and musically well-rounded.