ABRSM presents "Piano Exam Pieces 2023 & 2024, ABRSM Grade 1," a meticulously curated collection of piano compositions designed to inspire and challenge young musicians. Released on June 2, 2022, under the ABRSM label, this album spans a diverse range of musical styles and periods, offering a comprehensive introduction to the Grade 1 piano syllabus for the upcoming examination periods.
The album is divided into three distinct lists, each featuring three pieces, providing a well-rounded selection of repertoire. List A showcases classical compositions, including works by Bach, Mozart, and Handel, while List B presents a blend of contemporary and traditional pieces, such as "Fresh Air" and "The Quiet Wood." List C introduces a lively mix of jazz, ragtime, and folk-inspired tunes, like "Sneaky Business" and "Latin Laughter."
With a total duration of 34 minutes, this album is an essential resource for students preparing for their ABRSM Grade 1 piano exam. Each piece has been carefully chosen to develop technical skills, musical understanding, and expressive playing. The album also serves as a valuable tool for teachers, offering a diverse range of pieces to support students' musical growth.
ABRSM, a leading authority in music education, has crafted this album to not only meet the requirements of the examination syllabus but also to ignite a passion for music in young pianists. "Piano Exam Pieces 2023 & 2024, ABRSM Grade 1" is a testament to the rich tapestry of piano music, providing a solid foundation for budding musicians to explore and enjoy.
2022 The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music2022 The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
Tracks
A:1 Allegretto in C (No. 3 from Die ersten 12 Lectionen, Op. 125)Anton Diabelli, Dinara Klinton
A:2 Dragonflies (from The Greenwood Tree)Marjorie Helyer, Robert Thompson
A:3 Minuet in C (No. 10 from 24 Short and Easy Pieces, Op. 1)Alexander Reinagle, Dinara Klinton
A:4 SonatinaDennis Alexander, Dinara Klinton, Robert Thompson
A:5 Choral 'Deal with Me, Lord', BWV 514attrib. J. S. Bach, Anthony Williams
A:6 The Chase/The Hunt (No. 15 from First Lessons for the Piano, Op. 117)Cornelius Gurlitt, Dinara Klinton
A:7 Gavotte in CGeorge Frideric Handel, Anthony Williams
A:8 Haymaking (from The Greenwood Tree)Marjorie Helyer, Anthony Williams
A:9 Arioso in F (No. 1 from 12 Handstücke)Daniel Gottlob Türk, Anthony Williams
A:10 CouranteElsie Wells, Dinara Klinton, Robert Thompson
A:11 Gavotte in C (No. 3 from 24 Progressive Lessons, Op. 81)James Hook, Dinara Klinton
A:12 Allegro (No. 8 from 12 Duos, K. 487)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Robert Thompson
A:13 Minuet in A minor, Z. 649Henry Purcell, Dinara Klinton
B:1 Fresh AirAndrew Eales, Robert Thompson
B:2 A Morning Sunbeam (No. 3 from Three Sketches for Little Pianists)Florence Beatrice Price, Robert Thompson
B:3 The Quiet WoodMichael Head, Dinara Klinton
B:4 Reflections (from Just for You and Me, Book 1)Dennis Alexander, Dinara Klinton, Robert Thompson
B:5 The Trees are Heavy with SnowWilliam Alwyn, Dinara Klinton
B:6 Friday (from Seven Days a Week)Richard Rodney Bennett, Dinara Klinton
B:7 The Little White CloudJessie Blake, Anthony Williams
B:8 Fairy Tale (No. 1 from Children's Album, Op. 98)Alexander Gretchaninov, Anthony Williams
B:9 The Forgotten ForestHelen Madden, Dinara Klinton, Robert Thompson
B:10 Small ValseBorislava Taneva, Dinara Klinton
B:11 Fountain (from Little Stories)Agnieszka Lasko, Robert Thompson
B:12 Beauty and the Beast (from Beauty and the Beast)Alan Irwin Menken, Dinara Klinton
B:13 Song of the Dark WoodsElie Siegmeister, Robert Thompson
C:1 Virginia HallShruthi Rajasekar, Dinara Klinton
C:2 Sneaky Business (from Jazz, Rags & Blues, Book 1)Martha Mier, Robert Thompson
C:3 Little Whale Explores the Calm SeaCaroline Tyler, Dinara Klinton
C:4 Sunlight Through the TreesJune Armstrong, Anthony Williams
C:5 The Frog (from The Gift of Music)Elias Davidsson, Dinara Klinton
C:6 Woodland Folk SongAlison Mathews, Dinara Klinton, Robert Thompson
C:7 Latin LaughterJane Sebba, Dinara Klinton, Robert Thompson
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