Dive into the world of classical piano mastery with ABRSM's "Piano Exam Pieces 2025 & 2026, ABRSM Grade 8." This meticulously curated collection, released on June 6, 2024, under the ABRSM label, is a treasure trove for both aspiring pianists and seasoned enthusiasts. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 52 minutes, this album is a comprehensive guide to the Grade 8 piano syllabus for 2025 and 2026, featuring a diverse range of pieces from Lists A, B, and C.
The album showcases a blend of timeless classics and contemporary compositions, offering a rich tapestry of musical styles and periods. From the intricate and lively "Alla Turca" by Mozart to the serene and introspective "Consolation in E" by Liszt, each piece is a testament to the composer's unique genius and the pianist's technical prowess. The inclusion of pieces like "Maple Leaf Rag" by Scott Joplin and "Danny Boy" adds a touch of familiarity and nostalgia, making the album accessible and engaging for a wide audience.
ABRSM, a renowned institution in the field of music education, has once again delivered an exceptional collection that not only serves as an essential resource for piano exam candidates but also as a delightful listening experience for classical music lovers. Whether you are preparing for an exam or simply looking to expand your musical horizons, this album is a must-have addition to your collection. Immerse yourself in the captivating melodies and intricate compositions that define the highest standards of piano performance.
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Tracks
A:1 Alla Turca (3rd movt from Sonata in A, K. 331)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Dinara Klinton
A:2 Il pleutMel Bonis, Dinara Klinton
A:3 Sonata in C, Kp. 513Domenico Scarlatti, Dinara Klinton
A:4 Prelude and Fugue in G, BWV 884Johann Sebastian Bach, Richard Uttley
A:5 Sarabande and Rondeaux (4th and 5th movts from Partita No. 2 in C minor, BWV 826)Johann Sebastian Bach, Robert Thompson
A:6 Allegro (1st movt from Sonata in E, Op. 14 No. 1)Ludwig van Beethoven, Dinara Klinton
A:7 Prelude and Allegro (Fuga) (1st and 2nd movts from Suite No. 8 in F minor, HWV 433)George Frideric Handel, Dinara Klinton
A:8 Allegro con brio (1st movt from Sonata in D, Hob. XVI:37)Joseph Haydn, Dinara Klinton
A:9 Allegro (1st movt from Sonata in E flat, Hob. XVI:49)Joseph Haydn, Robert Thompson
A:10 Toccatina (No. 5 from Suite R-B)Stephen Hough, Robert Thompson
A:11 Allegro [Moderato] (1st movt from Sonata in A)Martínez, Dinara Klinton
A:12 Scherzino, Op. 77 No. 2Moritz Moszkowski, Robert Thompson
A:13 Andante grazioso and Vars. 1–6 (1st movt from Sonata in A, K. 331)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Yulia Chaplina
A:14 Les cyclopes (from Pièces de clavecin)Jean-Philippe Rameau, Dinara Klinton
A:15 Sonata in D, Kp. 214, L. 165Domenico Scarlatti, Richard Uttley
A:16 Un poco agitato (No. 2 from Quatre pièces fugitives, Op. 15)Clara Schumann, Dinara Klinton
B:1 La fille aux cheveux de lin (No. 8 from Préludes, Book 1)Claude Debussy, Dinara Klinton
B:2 il porco rosso (from Porco Rosso)Joe Hisaishi, Dinara Klinton
B:3 Consolation in E (No. 2 from Consolations, S. 172)Franz Liszt, Dinara Klinton
B:4 Nocturne in D flat (No. 3 from 24 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 36)Anton Arensky, Dinara Klinton
B:5 A Hermit Thrush at Morn, Op. 92 No. 2Amy Beach, Robert Thompson
B:6 Adagio cantabile (2nd movt from Sonata in C minor 'Pathétique', Op. 13)Ludwig van Beethoven, Robert Thompson
B:7 Mazurka in A minor, Op. 17 No. 4Frédéric Chopin, Richard Uttley
B:8 Andante cantabile in D flatHensel, Robert Thompson
B:9 ColumbineJohn Lenehan, Dinara Klinton
B:10 Andante (No. 1 from In the Mists)Leoš Janáček, Richard Uttley
B:11 Moment musical in D flat, Op. 16 No. 5Sergei Rachmaninoff, Dinara Klinton
B:12 Impromptu in A flat (No. 2 from Four Impromptus, Op. 142, D. 935)Franz Schubert, Yulia Chaplina
B:13 Romanze in F sharp (No. 2 from Drei Romanzen, Op. 28)Robert Schumann, Dinara Klinton
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