RSL : Rockschool Drums Grade 5 (2024)

Introduction :

The Rockschool Drums Grade 5 (2024) book is the official examination syllabus from RSL Awards. This Grade 5 book marks the beginning of the higher grades, aimed at the **advanced intermediate** drummer. This level demands a high degree of technical control, independence between all four limbs, intricate syncopation, and a confident stylistic approach across challenging genres like Funk-Fusion, Classic Rock, and Motown. The book serves as a crucial stage for developing performance maturity and dexterity. The syllabus features six globally influential popular tracks and three Rockschool originals, all supported by accompanying audio online.

Product Features :

Official 2024 Exam Syllabus: This is the authoritative book required for students undertaking the RSL Grade 5 Drums examination, providing all necessary pieces, technical exercises, and syllabus information.
Focus on Four-Limb Independence: The repertoire, including complex grooves from Jamiroquai and Queen, requires significant **coordination and independence**, essential for navigating sophisticated polyrhythms and complex fills.
Mastery of Genre Fusion: Students must master authentic grooves from diverse styles, such as the *tight pocket* of Funk, the driving force of Classic Rock, and the subtle swing of Soul/Motown, preparing them for professional contexts.
Comprehensive Learning Tools: Includes the printed score and Audio Online access, offering high-quality backing tracks, full demo recordings, and click tracks, vital for perfecting timing and advanced ensemble performance.

Performance Tips :

Develop Independence: Practice the limb independence exercises daily. Focus on maintaining a simple groove (e.g., Hi-Hat and Bass Drum) while introducing complex patterns with the snare and tom. This is crucial for tracks like 'Canned Heat'.
Time Signature Variation: Be ready for frequent and less obvious syncopation. Ensure the **rhythmic pulse is felt internally** rather than just counted, allowing for a more natural and stylistic feel.
Master Dynamics and Accent Placement: Dynamics are now more complex. Use controlled accents to highlight rhythmic phrases and bring out the *intended funk or rock feel*, especially in ghost notes and rimshots.
Refine Single Stroke Rolls: The technical exercises and fills at this level demand greater speed and control in single-stroke rolls. Focus on relaxation and rebound to achieve maximum velocity and clarity.

Song List :

• For Once In My Life [Stevie Wonder]
• Black Smoke Rising [Greta Van Fleet]
• Keep Yourself Alive [Queen]
• Canned Heat [Jamiroquai]
• Bros [Wolf Alice]
• Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic [The Police]
• 7th and 42nd [Rockschool Original]
• Flight Check [Rockschool Original]
• Down at the Abbey [Rockschool Original]

Product Details :

• Publisher : RSL
• Edition Number : HL01430762
• ISBN 13 : 9781789365016
• Item Number : RSK200252
• Instrument Group : Drums
• Instrumentation : Drum Set
• Format : Book and Audio Online
• Page Count : 52

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RSL : Rockschool 爵士鼓 五級 (2024)

內容簡介 :

Rockschool 爵士鼓五級 (2024) 樂譜是 RSL Awards 的官方考試大綱教材。這本五級教材標誌著高級階段的開始，針對 **進階中級** 鼓手。此級別要求高度的技術控制、四肢間的獨立性、複雜的切分音，以及對 Funk-Fusion、經典搖滾和 Motown 等具有挑戰性的流派有自信的風格處理。本書是培養演奏成熟度和靈巧性的關鍵階段。大綱收錄了六首具有全球影響力的流行曲目和三首 Rockschool 原創曲，並全部提供線上音訊支援。

產品特點 :

2024 官方考試大綱： 本書是學生參加 RSL 爵士鼓五級考試所需的 權威教材，提供了所有必要的考試曲目、技術練習和大綱資訊。
專注於四肢獨立性： 曲目（包括 Jamiroquai 和 Queen 的複雜律動）要求顯著的 **協調和獨立性**，這對於處理複雜的多重節奏和複雜的過門至關重要。
流派融合的掌握： 學生必須掌握各種風格的地道律動，例如 Funk 的 *緊湊節奏*、經典搖滾的驅動力以及 Soul/Motown 的微妙搖擺感，為他們進入專業環境做好準備。
全面的學習工具： 包含印刷樂譜和 線上音訊 存取權限，提供高品質的伴奏音軌、完整示範錄音和節拍音軌，對於完善計時和進階合奏表演至關重要。

演奏提示 :

培養獨立性： 每天練習四肢獨立性練習。專注於在保持簡單律動（例如腳踏鈸和低音鼓）的同時，用小鼓和中鼓引入複雜的模式。這對像 'Canned Heat' 這樣的曲目至關重要。
拍號變化： 準備好應對頻繁且不那麼明顯的切分音。確保 **節奏的脈動是內在感覺到的** 而不是僅僅數拍，從而獲得更自然和有風格的感覺。
掌握力度和重音位置： 力度現在更加複雜。使用受控的重音來突出節奏樂句，並帶出 *預期的 Funk 或 Rock 感覺*，尤其是在鬼音和邊擊中。
精確細化單擊滾奏： 此級別的技術練習和過門要求單擊滾奏具備更高的速度和控制。專注於放鬆和反彈，以實現最大的速度和清晰度。

收錄曲目 : 

• For Once In My Life [Stevie Wonder]
• Black Smoke Rising [Greta Van Fleet]
• Keep Yourself Alive [Queen]
• Canned Heat [Jamiroquai]
• Bros [Wolf Alice]
• Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic [The Police]
• 7th and 42nd [Rockschool Original]
• Flight Check [Rockschool Original]
• Down at the Abbey [Rockschool Original]

書籍詳細資料 :

• 出版社 : RSL
• 版號 : HL01430762
• ISBN 13 : 9781789365016
• 商品編號 : RSK200252
• 樂器組別 : 爵士鼓
• 樂器配置 : 爵士鼓組
• 裝訂形式 : Book and Audio Online
• 頁數 : 52

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