In grade 5, you will come across pieces that are about 8–12 bars in length with time signatures that just like in grade 4. The key signatures can have up to three sharps or flats for minor keys or four sharps or flats for major keys. You will learn how to master chords with four notes, meaning a maximum of two notes in either hand. A slowing of the tempo at the end and simple syncopation are other devices that you will encounter.
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Tips for Grade 5 Piano Sight Reading
- Get situated where you can comfortably see the piece from your piano or keyboard (an iPad or other tablet is especially convenient for this, as you can set it right on your piano's music stand; print this page if needed)
- Take 30 seconds to look over the piece before you attempt to sight read it
- Once you've started, keep going no matter what – learning not to stop even when you make a mistake is one of the most important skills in piano sight reading
- When you're finished playing, press the "Listen" button to hear a correct performance of the exercise; take a moment to reflect on how you did