MTB Piano Grade 3 exam Handbook
MTB Piano Grade 3 Handbook
The MTB Piano Grade 3 Handbook is the official all-in-one resource for preparing students for the Grade 3 Piano exam under the Music Teachers’ Board (MTB). It combines repertoire, technical requirements, and musicianship training into a single comprehensive guide.
What’s Inside
- 6 carefully selected graded pieces
- A duet to build ensemble and collaborative skills
- Scales, arpeggios, and a dedicated arpeggio exercise — all to be played from memory
- Targeted reading skills practice to develop musical literacy
Exam Structure
- Recital (60 marks): Perform three pieces from the handbook, spanning classical and popular repertoire.
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Technical Section (25 marks): Scales and arpeggios performed from memory. Requirements include:
- A major (2 octaves, hands together)
- B♭ major (2 octaves, hands together)
- G harmonic minor (2 octaves, hands together)
- G melodic minor, staccato (1 octave, hands together)
- A major contrary motion (2 octaves)
- Chromatic scale beginning on any black key (2 octaves, hands separately)
- Arpeggios: B♭ major (2 octaves, hands separately), G minor (2 octaves, hands together)
- Specific Arpeggio Exercise (hands separately)
- Musicianship (15 marks): One option such as Reading + Listening (rhythm and aural tasks), or alternative options like Reading + Duet or Reading + Improvisation depending on syllabus guidance.
Quick Summary Table
| Title | Piano Grade 3 Handbook (Paperback) |
| Author | Judith Ward |
| ISBN | 9781785140020 |
| Instrument | Piano |
| Contents | 6 pieces, duet, scales, arpeggios, technical exercises, reading skills |
| Exam Role | All-in-one preparation for MTB Piano Grade 3 exam |
Why Choose This Handbook?
- Fully aligned with the MTB Grade 3 exam syllabus
- Balanced development of performance, technical, and musicianship skills
- Structured content makes it ideal for both teachers and independent learners
Build Confidence & Technique
The MTB Piano Grade 3 Handbook provides a clear path for progressing to higher grades, offering a blend of enjoyable repertoire and solid technical foundations for exam success.
Note: The book cover image shown is for illustrative purposes only.
MTB Piano Grade 3 Handbook
The MTB Piano Grade 3 Handbook is the official all-in-one resource for preparing students for the Grade 3 Piano exam under the Music Teachers’ Board (MTB). It combines repertoire, technical requirements, and musicianship training into a single comprehensive guide.
What’s Inside
- 6 carefully selected graded pieces
- A duet to build ensemble and collaborative skills
- Scales, arpeggios, and a dedicated arpeggio exercise — all to be played from memory
- Targeted reading skills practice to develop musical literacy
Exam Structure
- Recital (60 marks): Perform three pieces from the handbook, spanning classical and popular repertoire.
-
Technical Section (25 marks): Scales and arpeggios performed from memory. Requirements include:
- A major (2 octaves, hands together)
- B♭ major (2 octaves, hands together)
- G harmonic minor (2 octaves, hands together)
- G melodic minor, staccato (1 octave, hands together)
- A major contrary motion (2 octaves)
- Chromatic scale beginning on any black key (2 octaves, hands separately)
- Arpeggios: B♭ major (2 octaves, hands separately), G minor (2 octaves, hands together)
- Specific Arpeggio Exercise (hands separately)
- Musicianship (15 marks): One option such as Reading + Listening (rhythm and aural tasks), or alternative options like Reading + Duet or Reading + Improvisation depending on syllabus guidance.
Quick Summary Table
| Title | Piano Grade 3 Handbook (Paperback) |
| Author | Judith Ward |
| ISBN | 9781785140020 |
| Instrument | Piano |
| Contents | 6 pieces, duet, scales, arpeggios, technical exercises, reading skills |
| Exam Role | All-in-one preparation for MTB Piano Grade 3 exam |
Why Choose This Handbook?
- Fully aligned with the MTB Grade 3 exam syllabus
- Balanced development of performance, technical, and musicianship skills
- Structured content makes it ideal for both teachers and independent learners
Build Confidence & Technique
The MTB Piano Grade 3 Handbook provides a clear path for progressing to higher grades, offering a blend of enjoyable repertoire and solid technical foundations for exam success.
Note: The book cover image shown is for illustrative purposes only.
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MTB Piano Grade 3 Handbook
The MTB Piano Grade 3 Handbook is the official all-in-one resource for preparing students for the Grade 3 Piano exam under the Music Teachers’ Board (MTB). It combines repertoire, technical requirements, and musicianship training into a single comprehensive guide.
What’s Inside
- 6 carefully selected graded pieces
- A duet to build ensemble and collaborative skills
- Scales, arpeggios, and a dedicated arpeggio exercise — all to be played from memory
- Targeted reading skills practice to develop musical literacy
Exam Structure
- Recital (60 marks): Perform three pieces from the handbook, spanning classical and popular repertoire.
-
Technical Section (25 marks): Scales and arpeggios performed from memory. Requirements include:
- A major (2 octaves, hands together)
- B♭ major (2 octaves, hands together)
- G harmonic minor (2 octaves, hands together)
- G melodic minor, staccato (1 octave, hands together)
- A major contrary motion (2 octaves)
- Chromatic scale beginning on any black key (2 octaves, hands separately)
- Arpeggios: B♭ major (2 octaves, hands separately), G minor (2 octaves, hands together)
- Specific Arpeggio Exercise (hands separately)
- Musicianship (15 marks): One option such as Reading + Listening (rhythm and aural tasks), or alternative options like Reading + Duet or Reading + Improvisation depending on syllabus guidance.
Quick Summary Table
| Title | Piano Grade 3 Handbook (Paperback) |
| Author | Judith Ward |
| ISBN | 9781785140020 |
| Instrument | Piano |
| Contents | 6 pieces, duet, scales, arpeggios, technical exercises, reading skills |
| Exam Role | All-in-one preparation for MTB Piano Grade 3 exam |
Why Choose This Handbook?
- Fully aligned with the MTB Grade 3 exam syllabus
- Balanced development of performance, technical, and musicianship skills
- Structured content makes it ideal for both teachers and independent learners
Build Confidence & Technique
The MTB Piano Grade 3 Handbook provides a clear path for progressing to higher grades, offering a blend of enjoyable repertoire and solid technical foundations for exam success.
Note: The book cover image shown is for illustrative purposes only.
