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RCM Level 6 music theory practice test
Timed practice for RCM Level 6 Music Theory, set out in the board's own sections. Every answer comes with an explanation.
About the exam
Theory Level 6 is a written theory exam from The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM).
This practice test covers Level 6: rhythm, keys, intervals, chords and cadences, melody and analysis.
What the test covers
Rhythm, keys, intervals, chords and cadences, melody and analysis.
Timing
Exam mode runs a clock of 2 hours for the whole practice test.
Sample questions
Sample 1
In E harmonic minor, which pitch is raised compared with E natural minor?
- G♯
- F♯
- C♯
- D♯
The answer is D, D♯.
E natural minor has E F♯ G A B C D E. Harmonic minor raises scale degree 7, D to D♯.
Sample 2
What is the interval from C♯ up to G natural?
- Minor sixth
- Augmented fourth
- Perfect fifth
- Diminished fifth
The answer is D, Diminished fifth.
C to G spans five letter names. C♯ to G is six semitones, one smaller than a perfect fifth, so it is a diminished fifth.
Questions and answers
How long is the RCM Level 6 Music Theory practice test?
Exam mode gives 2 hours for the whole practice test.
Are the answers explained?
Yes. Each answer comes with an explanation of why it is correct.
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