Trinity College London Drum Kit Grades 3-5 from 2020 is an official examination music book containing everything a drummer needs to prepare for the performance and technical work components of Trinity College London's Drum Kit examinations, covering Grades 3, 4 and 5.

Featuring a wide range of musical styles, including jazz, funk, Latin and musical theatre, the book allows students to explore different stylistic pathways while developing their drumming skills. All 18 performance pieces have been selected or specially arranged for the syllabus, bringing together original compositions and well-known repertoire by leading musicians, composers and drum kit educators.

Each piece includes performance notes to support musical interpretation and preparation, while dedicated rudiments and technical work exercises help students develop the skills required at each grade. Downloadable backing tracks are also included, providing valuable support for practice, lessons and examination preparation.

Key Features:

• Official Trinity College London Drum Kit examination book covering Grades 3 to 5
• 18 performance pieces, with six pieces for each grade
• Covers a variety of musical styles including jazz, funk, Latin and musical theatre
• Includes original compositions and arrangements of established repertoire
• Performance notes included for each piece
• Rudiments and technical work exercises for each grade
• Free downloadable backing tracks for practice and examination preparation
• Ideal for drum kit students, teachers and examination candidates

An essential resource for students preparing for Trinity College London Drum Kit examinations at Grades 3 to 5, this collection combines carefully graded performance pieces with practical technical exercises and downloadable audio to support confident and expressive musical development.

Syllabus Information: Trinity College London confirmed in April 2023 that its Drum Kit & Percussion syllabus introduced in 2020 no longer has a fixed end date. Books originally marked 2020-2023 therefore remain valid under the continuing syllabus arrangements, subject to any future updates announced by Trinity College London.

The pieces are:

Grade 3

Grade 4

Grade 5

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Every Trinity College Drum Book includes a FREE Hamcor Publishing Drum Rudiments Bookmark a practical reference tool for learning and practising essential drum rudiments.

• Premium 350gsm silk card, laminated and printed on both sides
• 210mm 55mm
• 26 essential drum rudiments with clear notation
• Includes single, double and multiple-stroke rudiments
• Ideal for drummers, percussionists, students and teachers
• A useful companion for lessons, practice and technique development