Immerse yourself in the world of classical piano with ABRSM's "Piano Exam Pieces 2023 & 2024, ABRSM Grade 7." This meticulously curated collection, released on June 8, 2022, under the ABRSM label, offers a diverse and enriching musical journey through 39 exquisite pieces, spanning a total duration of 1 hour and 29 minutes. The album is a treasure trove for pianists and enthusiasts alike, featuring works from renowned composers such as Haydn, Mozart, and Chopin, alongside contemporary pieces that showcase the evolution of piano music.
The album is structured into three distinct lists: A, B, and C, each offering a unique blend of styles and periods. List A delves into the classical repertoire, with pieces like Haydn's "Allegro moderato" and Mozart's "Sonata in E, Kp. 380." List B introduces a more romantic and introspective mood, featuring works such as Chopin's "Mazurka in A minor" and Schumann's "Kind im Einschlummern." List C brings a modern twist, with compositions like "New Kid" from The Christopher Norton Jazz Preludes Collection and "Nigerian Dance No. 1" from Four Nigerian Dances.
Whether you're preparing for an ABRSM Grade 7 exam or simply looking to expand your musical horizons, this album is an essential companion. Each piece is chosen for its pedagogical value and musical depth, providing an excellent opportunity to explore the rich tapestry of piano literature. The accompanying audio recordings offer a valuable reference for practice and performance, ensuring that you can achieve the best possible results. Dive into this comprehensive collection and discover the timeless beauty of piano music.
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Tracks
A:1 Allegro moderato (1st movt from Sonata in B minor, Hob. XVI:32)Dinara Klinton
A:2 Allegretto (No. 4 from Čtvrtky a osminky, H. 257)Dinara Klinton
A:3 Tempo di minuetto (3rd movt from Sonata in A)Robert Thompson
A:4 Allegro di molto (1st movt from Sonata in F minor, Wq. 63/6)Yulia Chaplina
A:5 Moderato (1st movt from Sonata in E, Hob. XVI:31)Yulia Chaplina
A:6 Allegro con spirito (1st movt from Sonatina in A, Op. 60 No. 2)Dinara Klinton
A:7 Gigue in G, K. 574Yulia Chaplina
A:8 Allegro (2nd movt from Sonata No. 6 in A)Richard Uttley
A:9 Les sauvages (from Pièces de clavecin)Dinara Klinton
A:10 Sonata in E, Kp. 380Richard Uttley
A:11 Menuetto and Trio (3rd movt from Sonata in D, Op. 10 No. 3)Dinara Klinton
A:12 Allemande and Courante (2nd and 3rd movts from Suite in D minor, HWV 437)Robert Thompson
A:13 El mercado (No. 5 from Miniaturas, Op. 52)Dinara Klinton
B:1 Mazurka in A minor, Op. 68 No. 2Dinara Klinton
B:2 At the Evening Window (No. 4 from Four Stories)Dinara Klinton
B:3 Calme du soir (No. 2 from 10 petits morceaux, Op. 94)Dinara Klinton
B:4 Prelude No. 9 (from 12 or 13 Preludes for Piano Solo, Set One)Richard Uttley
B:5 Mélodie, Op. 4 No. 2Dinara Klinton
B:6 Consolation No. 5 in E (from Consolations, S. 172)Dinara Klinton
B:7 Mazurka in F minor (No. 3 from Trois morceaux, Op. 57)Dinara Klinton
B:8 Song without Words, Op. 19 No. 1Richard Uttley
B:9 Lento moderato (2nd movt from Sonatina in F, Op. 27)Dinara Klinton
B:10 Kind im Einschlummern (No. 12 from Kinderscenen, Op. 15)Dinara Klinton
B:11 The Little Shepherd (No. 5 from Children's Corner)Robert Thompson
B:12 Berceuse (No. 7 from Noure et Anitra, Op. 13)Dinara Klinton
B:13 Jamaican Dance No. 2 (from Three Jamaican Dances)Dinara Klinton
C:1 New Kid (No. 9 from The Christopher Norton Jazz Preludes Collection)Robert Thompson
C:2 Prelude: Twilight, Op. 69Robert Thompson
C:3 White Light ChoraleRobert Thompson
C:4 Bagpipers: Allegretto (1st movt from Sonatina)Richard Uttley
C:5 Bamboo Dance IIRichard Uttley
C:6 Tribute to Roberto Garcia Morillo (No. 6 from 12 American Preludes, Op. 12)Dinara Klinton
C:7 Chanson du chasseur (No. 4 from L'Almanach aux images)Dinara Klinton
C:8 Smoke Gets in Your Eyes (from Roberta)Nikki Iles
C:9 Prélude No. 14 (from 24 préludes pour piano, Op. 38)Mei Yi Foo
C:10 Pop Bossa (No. 5 from Latin Preludes 2)Nikki Iles
C:11 Butterfly (No. 1 from Lyric Pieces, Book 3, Op. 43)Dinara Klinton
C:12 Milonga del ángelDinara Klinton
C:13 Nigerian Dance No. 1 (from Four Nigerian Dances)Robert Thompson
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