Description
Rockschool Acoustic Guitar Grade 5 [2026]
The Rockschool Acoustic Guitar Grade 5 (2026) book has everything you need to prepare for your RSL Acoustic Guitar graded exam. It combines a varied choice of pieces with a full set of supporting tests and professionally recorded backing tracks and audio examples.
9 Tracks, from Country to Classic Rock, Film Music and Folk
RSL describes the book as the essential syllabus for the aspiring contemporary acoustic guitarist. Learn well-known songs and original pieces across a range of styles, so you can choose repertoire you'll enjoy practising.
What's Included
- 6 pieces printed in the book, plus 3 more in RSL's online interactive sheet music player (hardcopy hybrid format)
- Video play-throughs in the online player
- The complete suite of scales and technical studies
- Supporting tests
- A PDF version of the complete book
- Professionally recorded backing tracks and audio examples
Repertoire
In the printed book:
- Runaway – AURORA
- Deeper Well – Kacey Musgraves
- Please, Please, Please – Sabrina Carpenter
- Rusty Swing – Rockschool Original
- Low Bias – Rockschool Original
- The Way Home – Rockschool Original
Additional repertoire (online player):
- S P E Y S I D E – Bon Iver
- Listen to the Music – Doobie Brothers
- Many of Horror (MTV Unplugged Live) – Biffy Clyro
Product Details
| Publisher | RSL Awards (Rockschool) |
|---|---|
| Title | Acoustic Guitar Grade 5 (2026) |
| Instrument | Acoustic Guitar |
| Grade | Grade 5 |
| Format | Printed book with digital content (hardcopy hybrid) |
| Tracks | 9 (6 printed, 3 online) |
Who Is It For?
- Acoustic guitar students preparing for an RSL Grade 5 exam
- Teachers and music schools who need the current syllabus book for their students
- Players who want structured repertoire, technical work and supporting tests in one place
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the book for the Rockschool Acoustic Guitar Grade 5 exam?
Yes. It is the 2026 Acoustic Guitar Grade 5 book from RSL Awards, with repertoire, technical work and supporting tests for the graded exam.
How many songs are in the book?
There are 9 tracks in total: 6 in the printed book and 3 more in RSL's online interactive sheet music player.
Does it include scales and supporting tests?
Yes. The complete suite of scales, technical studies and supporting tests comes with the book, along with a PDF of the complete book.
Do I need to buy anything extra to use the online tracks?
The three online tracks, video play-throughs and digital content are accessed through RSL's online player and your RSL account. Check the RSL website for the latest access instructions.
Is there a book before Grade 5?
Yes. See Acoustic Guitar Grade 4 (2026).
Looking for more exam music? Browse our Rockschool books and guitar books.
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