After admission, candidates should first hand in the admission ticket to the judges and teachers, and report their test number, names and the names of the tracks they reported, so that the judges can verify and prepare. Don't forget to bring your admission ticket after the exam.
Most candidates pay more attention to manners, which is the embodiment of spiritual civilization and is worthy of recognition. The author noticed that the candidates from a certain area are all 12-year-old my fair ladies, all wearing various cheongsam, sitting in front of the Zheng, which is very pleasing to the eye with the ups and downs of music, and quite beautiful to be in a stage concert; This year, there is a new scene in Xining test center: 100 many candidates are all dressed in white T-shirts with a huge "Zheng" printed on their chests. In many professional grading summits, it is particularly prominent and full of vitality. It shows the tension and self-confidence that the guzheng discipline is excavating, and it is commendable to inspire people with persistent and upward group impact. But we have no obligation to advocate or prohibit this. But we should also pay attention to some bad phenomena, such as untidy clothes during the exam, or wearing only vests, suspenders and slippers; Sing music loudly while playing; Step on the beat; Shake your head like a pendulum; Look at the judges; Peeping, rating, comments ... and so on. It's all unhealthy trends, so don't follow suit.
Guzheng grading test 1 Q&A
1, why take the exam?
A: Since the reform and opening up, China has experienced unprecedented economic development and prosperity. With the rapid change of economic life, it also brings diversified choices for cultural life. People pay more attention to improving their spiritual realm and cultural and artistic accomplishment while having plenty of food and clothing. Choosing a musical instrument as a hobby can not only develop intelligence, cultivate sentiment and enrich spiritual life, but also be a noble entertainment. Entertainment entertains people, so why not? This is the reason for setting off the guzheng craze. In addition, in children's major life choices such as further studies and employment, candidates with certain specialties are often given "special tricks" or preferential policies for admission, which greatly stimulates the enthusiasm of young people to learn guzheng. The purpose of the grading examination of guzheng is to have an authoritative evaluation of the learning level and artistic level of many guzheng learners, which can be used as a legal and effective certificate for their amateur learning of guzheng and in social enrollment and recruitment competitions.
2. How many levels are there in the graded track?
A: As far as the textbooks edited and published at present are concerned, guzheng graded tracks are generally divided into 9 grades or 10 grades. For example, the textbooks compiled by the Music Rating Committee of the China Musicians Association are divided into 9 grades; The textbooks compiled by the Chinese National Orchestra Society are divided into 10 levels. There are also textbooks published by other art colleges and government departments, and there are also 9 grades or 10 grades. Whether it is divided into 9 grades or 10 grades, its purpose is the same: first, most of these tracks are the same to measure the learning level and artistic level; In other words, the tracks of Grade 9 and Grade 10 basically belong to the same level in playing skills and artistic level. It's like taking a bus. You have to reach your destination from the starting point, and the distance is certain. As for your stops, it doesn't seem to matter. Second, no matter how many grades are divided, the purpose is to define a convention standard recognized by experts, which is relatively standardized and easy to identify and operate, as the assessment basis for * * *, thus leading to the division of first and second grades ... ninth and tenth grades. In fact, this is entirely the product of learning Zheng and taking exams in recent years. What needs to be said is that the level is not divided by the number of addition and subtraction in mathematical concepts, but by the technical content as a means to judge artistic expression.
3. It's the same song "Playing in West Western jackdaw". Why are some textbooks rated as Grade 5 and others rated as Grade 7?
A: This question is more complicated. There are many reasons why the same song forms different levels: First, it belongs to a different song with the same name. It is the same title, and the tunes and techniques played are different or not exactly the same. This situation is mostly folk traditional music. In the process of spreading, through the continuous performance and creation of the performers, the performance techniques have been greatly enriched, and different styles, characteristics and genres have emerged, resulting in different biographies and performance versions. Different versions of tracks, although using the same traditional title, are different in technical content and performance difficulty. Therefore, it is natural that "different songs with the same name" have different levels. Such as Rain at the Banana Window, Playing in the Water in Western Western jackdaw, Water Lotus, etc.
Some classic songs, such as fishing boat singing late, autumn moon in Han Palace, swimming in Western jackdaw, Liu Qingniang, etc. On the surface, it seems simple, but in fact, the artistic tension is great and the performance space is deep, so it is difficult to give an accurate level. Therefore, some guzheng professional teachers even suggested that such tracks are not suitable for guzheng scoring and assessment at all. Secondly, there are some songs with the same name in the grading examination now, but they are stipulated as different grades. There are many reasons for this situation, but they can be summarized into two categories: one is that the aesthetic orientation of decision makers is different, for example, some people focus on cheerful and enthusiastic hot songs, while others focus on songs with beautiful and elegant lyrics; Some people emphasize left-handed skills, while others emphasize right-handed skills; Some people focus on fast passion, some people focus on fashion new songs and new works, and some people focus on traditional classic tracks; Some people like to play with two hands, others like to play with one hand, and so on. Different aesthetic orientations will divide the same track into different levels. Unhealthy factors such as individual "xenophobia" psychology and sectarian discrimination are not ruled out, but the problem is not big.
4. Can the grading track be flexible?
A: No, at present, the grading examination usually plays two tracks of the same level. For example, if you take the fifth grade exam, you can play two fifth grade tracks (limited to the same textbook). Playing two 8-level tracks in TEM-8 test can not "adapt" the 6-level and 7-level tracks in TEM-8 test, nor can it be replaced by 9-level and 10-level tracks.
But one thing can be recognized. That is, in the "Preface" of "Collection of National Guzheng Performance (Amateur) Examination Works" published by the Examination Committee of China Musicians Association, Mr. Gu Chunyu, Secretary General of the Examination Committee of China Musicians Association, said: "For this set of tracks, his editing thought (referring to Qiu Dacheng, the executive editor of this book) is:' Try to select some representative guzheng music of various schools. At the same time, considering that Zheng has many schools and works, it is impossible to accommodate them all in this set of works, so he advocates that on the basis of this set of tracks, some optional tracks can be appropriately added for students to choose according to the actual situation in a certain area during the examination. I think this not only takes into account the balance of the overall level of the national examination, but also helps to promote the development of various guzheng schools, so I deeply agree. "The author also deeply appreciates this. However, it is not easy to operate in practice. The feasible way is that all localities can organize local guzheng experts to study collectively according to the local actual situation, and "appropriately supplement some self-selected tracks for students to choose". Only after the approval of the competent department can they "flexibly master" and refer to the implementation. But you must choose a required track and choose your own.
5. Can I "skip"? How many years does it take to complete 10?
A: Yes. According to the relevant regulations, generally from 1 grade to1grade, from low to high, step by step, step by step. However, because the grading examination is usually held once a year (summer vacation), people who learn Zheng learn slowly and quickly because of different learning situations. Some students learn one grade a year, and some students learn two grades a year, even three or four grades (this phenomenon is mainly at the primary level). If you only take one grade a year, you will have to take ten consecutive years from grade one to grade ten, which obviously does not meet the actual needs.
The vast majority of guzheng lovers are students at school. Usually they have a lot of homework pressure, too much homework and less time to practice the piano. According to the practical experience of amateur teaching, they learn two levels in primary school, three levels in middle school and one level in advanced school, so that they can finish the ninth and tenth grades in seven years. If you start to learn guzheng from the first grade of primary school, you can basically finish the ten-level repertoire by the first grade of junior high school, which will not affect the senior high school entrance examination in the third grade.
Then there is another question: since you can "skip" the exam, can you also skip? Before you answer, ask, "Why do you study guzheng? Why did you skip a grade? If you figure this out yourself, the answer will come naturally. In my opinion, learning guzheng is also a specialized skill. First of all, we should lay a good foundation and practice basic skills hard, and then from shallow to deep, from easy to difficult, from low to high, step by step and gradually improve. This is called nature. It is impossible to reach a high level without hard experience, extensive knowledge and artistic accumulation. If you want to jump from level 3 to level 10, even if you have a pair of superhuman hands, you can shoot down the bullet of level 10, it may be your level 10. Like Gai Lou, you have to lay a good foundation first, and then build a second, second and third floor ... If it's too much trouble, you want to cut corners and build the tenth floor, okay?
6. Q: What should candidates do if they are not suitable for the Zheng on the examination ground?
You can bring your own guzheng. Isn't it troublesome to bring your own Zheng if you need to transfer? Therefore, the examination room is generally equipped with two Zheng: one in the D key and the other in the G key. Zheng: Generally, two keys are enough. As for some tunes with tone sandhi (generally high level), candidates can temporarily tone sandhi or bring their own musical instruments. There are three problems to pay attention to here: first, due to tossing back and forth, the chords of self-provided instruments are often inaccurate, which affects the playing effect; Second, you should learn to adapt to different instruments when playing guzheng. When facing a strange Zheng, don't play as soon as you sit down First, you should play all the strings (all the strings) gently. Listen to the accuracy of the strings. Press it again with your left hand to feel the hardness of the string. It only takes a few seconds to complete. This is not only an exercise and adaptation, but also a professional habit. Third, candidates who apply for the entrance examination need to change their tune temporarily and operate skillfully by themselves. Judges in the examination room should not replace high-level candidates to set the tone.
7. Q: How many candidates enter the examination room at a time?
A: There are no hard and fast rules, ranging from three to five people. There is a saying that more people can listen to other people's performances, which is conducive to watching and learning from each other and learning from each other's strengths. And a little open and transparent. But there are also many shortcomings, especially children's poor self-control, and many people can't help it. Sometimes they whisper, make noise, walk back and forth, and always make some noise. Some even lie on the stool and sleep without scruple. This not only distracts the examinee's attention and affects the examinee's mood, but also violates the discipline of the examination room and seriously affects the normal examination. It is absolutely not allowed. The organizer of the test center should arrange the number of prospective candidates in the test center according to the actual situation of the candidates. No matter how many people enter the test center, they should keep the test center quiet and in good order, and must not affect the normal play of candidates and violate the discipline of the test center.
8. Q: Can I see the score in the exam?
A: No.
9. Q: Will the performance failure affect the test results?
A: It depends on the specific situation. If it is a natural accident, such as a broken string; The piano code fell, the nail flew off and other accidents. In the case of not affecting the test results, the judges will generally forgive; But if it is human error, such as playing wrong, missing (less playing), playing too much, forgetting the song, interrupting and so on. The jury will deduct points as appropriate, and more mistakes will certainly affect the performance.
10, q: It often happens that the performance in progress is stopped by the judges, or the judges directly specify that only a certain segment of the song will be played. Will this affect the integrity of the performance? Why not play two pieces of music completely and then stop?
A: First of all, it should be explained that this is purely an evaluation technical problem mastered by the judges, which is also commonly known as "taking the test". The so-called "random test" is to purposefully select some representative tracks with concentrated technical and artistic content in songs and designate candidates to perform. There are three reasons for this:
First, the number of candidates arranged in advance by the organizers of the test center is large, so it is impossible to finish the test within the specified time, and the test must be completed; The judges had to cut short their time and choose some representative tracks to play. Second, there is no need to let candidates play from beginning to end just by measuring their performance level. In fact, experienced judges only need one or two minutes to see the musical qualification, basic skills and artistic expression ability of the candidates. The subsequent hearing was only a re-verification of his judgment. Of course, the judges will not ignore some difficult technical or colorful paragraphs, and usually choose such paragraphs to designate candidates to play. If the difficulties can be played well, the simple ones can be ignored. Third, there are relevant regulations that allow judges to designate candidates to play certain clips live or terminate their performances at any time.
It should be noted that not all grading tests are "random tests". The judges are always willing to listen to the whole performance as long as they can get a specified number of candidates within the specified time of the test center.
Q: What should candidates pay attention to during the examination?
A: After the candidates are admitted, they should first give the admission ticket to the judges' teachers, and report their test numbers, names and the names of the tracks they apply for, so that the judges can verify and prepare. Don't forget to bring your admission ticket after the exam.
There are three general problems that need attention:
The first is to overcome nervousness. Examination nervousness is a "clinical inducement" for most people. The older you get, the higher the probability and the more serious the "symptoms". The reason is nothing more than psychological pressure and fear of not doing well in the exam; Or the technology is not perfect, worried about failure in the performance; Some people don't adapt to strange environment, etc. , may lead to emotional tension. The fundamental way to overcome nervousness is to practice basic skills hard at ordinary times, achieve excellent skills, recite the music by heart and play it with ease, so that you will naturally have confidence in the exam, and you will not be nervous if you have confidence. The so-called "high skill and boldness" is the simplest truth. If it really doesn't work, just pretend not to be nervous. In addition, it is also one of the feasible methods to find more exercise opportunities and improve the adaptability to strangers and living environment.
The second is to prepare for the exam. For example, check whether the tuning of the guzheng is accurate, whether the tension of the string is soft or hard, whether the nails are properly worn, whether the piano frame and bench are safely put on hold, and whether the height is appropriate. , so as to try to avoid failure on the spot.
Third, the most important thing is to get rid of all distractions and concentrate on playing. This is the artistic quality and performance style that every performer must have.
Most candidates pay more attention to manners, which is the embodiment of spiritual civilization and is worthy of recognition. Candidates in a certain place are all 12-year-old my fair lady, all wearing various cheongsam, sitting in front of Zheng. With the ups and downs of music, it is very pleasing to the eye, and there is a sense of beauty in the stage concert. In some test sites, 100 candidates all wore white T-shirts with a huge "Zheng" printed on their chests. In many professional examinations, it is particularly different and energetic. It shows the tension and self-confidence that the guzheng discipline is excavating, and it is commendable to inspire people with persistent and upward group impact. But we have no obligation to advocate or prohibit this. But we should also pay attention to some bad phenomena, such as untidy clothes during the exam, or wearing only vests, suspenders and slippers; Sing music loudly while playing; Step on the beat; Shake your head like a pendulum; Look at the judges; Peeping, rating, comments ... and so on. It's all unhealthy trends, so don't follow suit.