Trinity Rock & Pop Bass Grade 7

Trinity Rock & Pop Bass Grade 7

The Trinity Rock & Pop Bass Grade 7 book is part of Trinity College London's acclaimed Rock & Pop exam series, designed for bass guitarists ready to take on advanced-level performance challenges. This book contains everything a player needs to prepare for the Grade 7 bass exam, including six session-style pieces spanning a range of rock and pop genres — from classic rock grooves to funk, soul, and contemporary pop basslines. Each piece is presented in standard notation with chord symbols, giving players both the written part and the harmonic context to develop their own interpretive skills.

Aimed at experienced bassists who have been playing for several years, Grade 7 pushes players to demonstrate sophisticated techniques such as complex syncopation, advanced fingerstyle and slap techniques, dynamic control, and stylistic awareness across multiple genres. The book also includes material for the technical work component — scales, arpeggios, and exercises — alongside guidance for the unseen test and aural skills that form part of the exam. Backing tracks are available to accompany the pieces, allowing students to rehearse in a full-band context and develop the ensemble skills the exam rewards.

Trinity College London is one of the world's leading examination boards, and their Rock & Pop syllabus is specifically tailored to musicians who want to perform contemporary repertoire rather than traditional classical material. This Grade 7 book is ideal for students working with a teacher, self-motivated players seeking a structured progression pathway, and anyone who wants a formal qualification that reflects the music they actually love to play.

Key Features

• Six exam-ready performance pieces across a range of rock and pop styles
• Standard notation with chord symbols for every piece
• Technical work exercises including scales and arpeggios appropriate to Grade 7
• Material for the unseen test and aural skills components
• Compatible with Trinity Rock & Pop Grade 7 bass exam requirements
• Backing tracks available for full-band rehearsal context
• Written and curated by Trinity College London exam specialists