Prepare piano students for complete musical literacy and exam success with Four Star Sight Reading and Ear Tests, published by The Royal Conservatory (RCM). Created by Boris Berlin and Laura Beauchamp-Williamson, this trusted series offers a daily, structured approach to building confidence in sight-reading, rhythm accuracy, and ear training skills.
Designed as an essential supplement to any piano curriculum—and aligned directly with RCM Certificate Program examination requirements—each level provides daily sight-reading exercises, rhythm drills, and online audio resources for ear training practice.
Available Levels in this Series:
Preparatory Level: Builds early foundational staff reading, simple rhythm patterns, and basic pitch recognition for early elementary students.
Grades 1 – 4: Expands key signatures, ledger line reading, multi-hand rhythms, intervals, and melodic dictation for elementary to late-elementary pianists.
Grades 5 – 8: Refines advanced sight-reading dexterity, complex time signatures, modal patterns, two-part reading, and harmonic ear identification.
Grades 9 – 10: Features high-level sight-reading literature, score reading, advanced cadences, and comprehensive ear training for advanced performers.
Key Features:
Structured Daily Routine: Divided into manageable daily assignments that fit easily into weekly home practice schedules.
Comprehensive Skill Development: Combines rhythm tapping, melody reading, sight-singing, and ear testing in every single volume.
Online Audio Resources: Includes access to audio tracks that allow students to practice ear-training exercises independently between lessons.
RCM Exam Alignment: Widely recognized as the premier preparation resource for Royal Conservatory of Music sight-reading and ear testing assessments.
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