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Marks for Main Beats During Rhythmic Clapback

Will a student lose marks if they fail to tap the main beats during the rhythmic clapback portion of a piano practical exam?

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RCM Staff

Monday, June 15, 2020

at 3:19 PM

For the Rhythm portion of the Sight Reading, the candidate is expected to demonstrate both the rhythm and steady beat, using two distinct physical actions. The mark for this component of the examination is holistic.

Monday, June 15, 2020

at 3:19 PM

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