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Exams/Scales/RSL · Grade 2

Scales and arpeggios

RSL Grade 2 grows the key list and the scale length. Continues to favour patterns useful in contemporary repertoire — dorian and natural minor sit alongside the standard majors.

What this grade asks for

  • Section

    Major + minor scales

    Hands separately, two octaves.

  • Section

    Modal patterns

    Selected modes (dorian / mixolydian) in nominated keys.

  • Section

    Arpeggios

    Hands separately, two octaves.

RSL — other grades

RSL Grade 2 piano scales & arpeggios — Bristol Piano