Be afraid year sevens. Exam time is at hand…

Just kidding. The half yearly music exam is nothing to be scared of, but it does help to know you stuff! Here are some tips:

Get to know some  musical definitions. Things like tempo, duration, beat and rhythm will be covered in the test.

Memorising the different types of notes and their lengths is a great idea. Revising this rhythm worksheet will ensure that there won’t be any nasty surprises during the exam.

If you need any more rhythmic inspiration, check out this video.

You will have to listen to a few songs and identify the instruments you hear. Try testing yourself out on this one. It’s great practice for your exam! Enjoy.