Description
All-In-One to Grade 5 Music Theory Book (3rd Revised Edition)
The complete Beginner to Grade 5 music theory book for ABRSM, Trinity and Victoria College of Music — covering everything from beginner level to Grade 5.
All-In-One to Grade 5 Music Theory (3rd Revised Edition) ISBN 9780993447501 by Rachel Billings is a comprehensive and highly visual music theory course and workbook, covering everything from complete beginner level to Grade 5. Combining clear explanations, workbook exercises, and colour-coded reference material in a single volume, it provides everything needed to build a thorough understanding of music theory while developing confidence and independence as a musician.
Suitable for learners of all ages—from young children and teenagers to adult learners—and for students of any instrument, it covers the core music theory requirements for ABRSM, Trinity College London, and Victoria College of Music examinations.
Trinity students: If you are using this book to prepare for Trinity Music Theory examinations, you will also need the Trinity College London Music Theory Supplement, a 26-page workbook containing extension exercises that build on the concepts introduced in the main book and cover additional topics required by the Trinity syllabus.
This title is endorsed by the Victoria College of Music as “Best Music Theory.”
Why Choose All-In-One to Grade 5 Music Theory?
All-In-One takes a structured, integrated approach that prioritises depth of understanding over rote exam preparation. As a result, students often progress more confidently and effectively while developing lasting musical skills.
Visual Learning for Better Retention
Illustrations throughout the book are primarily designed to support understanding rather than simply decorate the page.
This visual approach helps students to grasp complex concepts more easily and stay engaged throughout their studies.
An Integrated Approach to Learning Music Theory
The book explores musical patterns across the grades in a logical and carefully structured sequence, rather than studying topics in isolation.
From the earliest lessons, students are given the tools to work things out independently. This approach creates a strong sense of achievement and long-term confidence, and frees up valuable lesson time for the instrumental work it supports.
“Presented quite differently from most other theory books… an integrated scheme of work.”
— Rhinegold Music Teacher Magazine
Comprehensive Grade 5 Music Theory Coverage
Described by EPTA as “extremely thorough,” this Grade 5 music theory course and workbook is designed to develop real musical understanding, not just examination success.
The course provides a structured progression from beginner level through the earlier grades to Grade 5 Music Theory, helping students to build the knowledge needed to approach more advanced musical concepts with confidence.
*Trinity College London students should use the Trinity College Music Theory Supplement booklet alongside this book.
A Practical and Engaging Music Theory Workbook
The workbook includes a variety of original games and puzzles which appeal to students of all ages. Rhinegold Music Teacher Magazine stated about the word puzzles in the Foreign Terms section:
“Worth every penny just for this section alone.”
Clear explanations focus not only on what the rules are, but why they exist. This deeper understanding leads to greater enjoyment, stronger engagement, and more effective progress.
Who Is This Grade 5 Music Theory Book For?
All-In-One to Grade 5 Music Theory (3rd Revised Edition) is suitable for:
• All ages and all instrumentalists
• ABRSM Music Theory candidates (up to Grade 5)
• Trinity College London students (with the Trinity Supplement)
• Victoria College of Music students
• Self-taught learners studying independently
• Music teachers and classroom use
Additional Resources
An Answer Book is available separately in both printed and PDF formats.
A secure PDF edition of All-In-One to Grade 5 is available separately and is ideal for:
• Digital study on tablets and laptops
• International students
• Distance learning
• Flexible study and printing of selected pages as required
Edition Notes
The Third Edition is substantially different from the First and Second versions.
As stated in the book’s preface:
“The most recent edition (Third Edition) features further simplification throughout the book, making it more accessible to the young beginner and more suitable for students taking the individual grades en route to Grade 5, without losing its integrated approach.”
The Third ‘Revised’ (2018) edition includes updated checklists aligned with Victoria College of Music and minor syllabus adjustments to the Graded Checklists (marking in italics those topics which are optional in the current ABRSM syllabus).
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