We are Birmingham's Exclusive Trinity Rock and Pop Exam Centre - Centre no. 54904
REAL SONGS.
REAL SKILLS.
REAL PROGRESS.
ROCK & POP... THE EXAM THAT PUTS PERFORMANCE FIRST.
REAL SONGS, REAL SKILLS, REAL PROGRESS
Play the music you love with our huge range of hit songs spanning all contemporary styles. Choose your set list from the eight songs in our new graded songbooks, play a song of your own choice, or perform one you've written yourself.
Develop the improvisation and playback session skills that professional musicians need. Showcase your technical skills in a real-life context through our technical focus songs, and demonstrate your ability to deliver a compelling live performance.
Achieve your goals with an externally regulated and internationally recognised qualification. Trust the 140-year heritage Trinity brings to contemporary music, and benefit from marks and comments on your performance from Trinity's expert examiners.
EXAMS AT PROGRESS
In-person Trinity Rock and Pop Examinations are held three times a year at Progress:
Spring: March
Summer: July
Winter: November
Entries for each period need to be made directly with Trinity and must be confirmed at least 60 days prior to the exam period. You can book your exam with Trinity here: (Please choose Progress as your exam centre):
DIGITAL EXAM SERVICES *NEW*
Progress can take the stress out of filming and submitting your Trinity Digital (DGD) online video entry.
We offer a complete video submission service, so you can be sure your exam submission video is filmed with high quality audio, the recommended camera angles, video quality and format and you'll also be using all the latest gear. As Trinity Reps for Birmingham, we are aware of the exact video and entry requirements and our Digital Exam Service includes the following:
- Record a high quality Exam submission video - Standard 1 hour lesson fee - £32
- Send you the video to upload yourself, or we can cover the online paperwork and upload your video for you - £20
- Receive the result and examiners mark sheet
- Send you the Certificate in the post (or collect from Progress)
- Send you a digital copy of your video
Here's an example of a recently recorded drum exam video:
TUITION AND EXAM ADVICE
We offer lessons which will take you through the official Rock and Pop Grades and you can take your exam right here at Progress. Just book your lessons in the usual way with us and we can arrange your grade books and your exam entry when the time comes. As official Trinity local area representatives, the staff at Progress have a thorough knowledge of the exam process and have undergone official Trinity training to ensure we deliver the Rock and Pop Syllabus exactly how it was intended to be.
Amanda Nickless11. September, 2024My confidence has grown so much as a singer and performer since working with Aleksandra. My voice and range has developed so much in the last year and a half of working with her. I have even began Classical singing style, something I never imagined I would be capable of doing.
G Katherine9. September, 2024Goldie is an amazing vocal coach, and choosing Progress Music Academy for my lessons has been one of the best decisions I've made. I really enjoy having lessons with her. Her feedback is always constructive and encouraging, and I’ve learned so many new techniques that have really helped my voice, singing and public speaking. I can see noticeable improvement in my singing, and I’ve even had the chance to perform at showcases, which I never thought I’d be confident enough to do before. I highly recommend Progress Music Academy to anyone looking to improve their vocal skills!
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Lizard Morrow20. August, 2024I originally booked a lesson at Progress because I wasn't sure how lessons were going to fit into my schedule. I feel incredibly lucky because even though I picked Progress only based on my scheduling concerns, all of the staff have been incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable. Goldie in particular is one of the most encouraging teachers I have ever had, and has been able to work with me after a medical condition left my voice permanently changed.
miss archibald19. August, 2024Goldie the singing teacher at Progress Music Academy is absolutely amazing. She has helped us grow and become much more vocally talented than we could have imagined. I have seen my Teen come on strength after strength under Goldies strong supervision.
Dunsin A13. August, 2024I've been having vocal lessons with Goldie for around 3 months, she's been extremely helpful with giving me tailored feedback and teaching vocal techniques. She always creates a friendly environment, making the lessons enjoyable.
Leonardo12. August, 2024It’s been a great experience. Friendly team, good location, and good equipment. Singing coach Goldie is great, very knowledgeable and the lessons are fun.
Dariusz Wróblewski2. August, 2024Alexandra is a professional, patient and simply fantastic singing teacher. Each lesson with her is like a little journey that, in addition to new knowledge and skills, leaves you in an excellent mood for the next few days.
Eleanor Little30. July, 2024I have been having Vocal lessons off Goldie for a year and half now and she’s taught me so much! I’m now starting to record music in the Progress studio too! The people there are so so helpful 100% recommend