Rockschool Method Books

The Rockschool Method Books provide everything aspiring musicians need to develop instrument-specific skills and start playing their instrument quickly and confidently. Complete with newly composed exercises, games and pieces, the Method Books are the perfect entry point for young players to use with their teachers.

Why choose the Rockschool Method Books?

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An Introduction to the Instrument

The Rockschool Method Books introduce the fundamental skills and techniques of playing contemporary music to students who are new to the instrument. Each book has easily digestible topics that can be covered at the reader’s pace with their music teacher.

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Structured, Fun, Contemporary Learning

Each book is broken up into different progressive topics. Exercises and contemporary pieces accompany every topic, including duet parts and backing tracks to play along to. The Method Books make learning an instrument fun and accessible in both a solo or ensemble environment.

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Clear Progression Study Routes

Everything a student needs to learn about how to play their instrument up to either Premiere, Debut or Grade 1 level is covered in the books. All books are benchmarked so that by the end of the book readers should be at the level required to enter their entry level exams.

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Downloadable Audio One Click Away

Your purchase includes all the Method Book’s accompanying audio as standard. The RSL shop allows students and teachers to use their favourite Rockschool titles on their desktops, tablet, or smartphone.

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Internationally Recognised

Rockschool qualifications are taken in over 40 countries worldwide. The Rockschool Method Books are an instrument’s first steps into the larger setting of contemporary graded exams. Graded music exams are recognised across the world and can earn UCAS points to aid university entry in the UK.

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Method Books – Available on Charanga

If you teach in a school setting, the entire Rockschool Method series is available to use as a digital resource via Charanga. Set to inspire future musicians who are new to their instruments, each publication is suitable for individual, small-group or whole-class learning.

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Start on the right note with Rockschool!

Created and benchmarked to the same standards as all of Rockschool’s syllabuses, these contemporary Method Books cover all the technical aspects from a more accessible and engaging angle, whilst preparing students to take Rockschool entry-level exams.

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Find your nearest RSL Awards teacher by using the search below. Our exams are also available across the globe. Click here to search international teachers or institutions.

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Simply purchase your exam entry from our online shop before completing your exam details via your RSL Awards secure account.

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Digital Files

For the RSL shop we’ve chosen the most widely used media for ease of use and flexibility when transferring across different devices.

Every complete digital book (e.g. Electric Guitar Grade 1) includes:

  • PDF sheet music
  • MP3 audio
  • Supporting tests

Download Limits

We know downloading digital content can be frustrating at times which is why we’ve given you multiple chances to download your audio and sheet music.

Each complete digital book purchased includes:

  • 5 audio downloads
  • 3 sheet music downloadsThis means if you misplace your content, or if your download times-out, you’ll still have plenty of attempts to download your content.

Purchase Options

1. Hard Copy

The hard copy or paperback version can be purchased from our shop for shipping to the UK. Orders for shipping to other countries can be placed via www.musicroom.com. The paperback version includes everything you need for your exam in one essential book, including sheet music, a code for access to MP3 audio and complete supporting tests.

2. Digital Download (where applicable)

Digital downloads is the most popular way of purchasing and downloading a Rockschool book, track or supporting test. Rockschool digital book downloads come complete with PDF sheet music, MP3 audio and supporting tests for instant accessibility on all your favourite devices.

Note: Digital sheet music is stamped with your email address and order number.

3. Digital Download + E-Book Access

The RSL e-books, utilising Learning Platform technology powered by MatchMySound, are the ultimate practise tool, giving you the ability to master your instrument like never before.

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