Theory

• Advanced dynamics: crescendos, accents

• Understanding articulation (staccato/legato)

• Intro to chord charts / lead sheets

Practical Skills

• Latin basics (bossa nova, salsa patterns)

• Funk keyboard patterns

• Advanced fills (RH runs, LH walking patterns)

• Consistent playing at 100–120 BPM

Band Participation

• Students act as main keyboardist during group sessions

Studio Experience

• Multi-track MIDI recording

• Play along to professional backing tracks

Certification Parameters

• Play 4 styles correctly (pop, funk, Latin, shuffle)

• Keep time steady in long sections

• Read simple lead sheets

Exam Pattern

• Theory (25)

• Practical style test (50)

• Lead-sheet performance (25)