Dive into the world of classical violin with ABRSM's "Violin Exam Pieces from 2024, ABRSM Grade 1." This album, released on June 8, 2023, under the ABRSM label, is a curated collection of nine pieces designed for violinists preparing for the ABRSM Grade 1 exam. Each track is a masterpiece in its own right, offering a diverse range of styles and techniques to challenge and inspire young musicians.
The album is divided into three lists: A, B, and C, each containing three pieces. List A opens with "The Sword Knott" from Minuets, Cotillons and Country Dances, followed by the lively "Mer hahn en neue Oberkeet" and the hauntingly beautiful "The Wind that Shakes the Barley." List B begins with the ethereal "Moonrise" from A Fairy Ring, continues with the traditional Scottish melody "An Coineachan," and concludes with the joyful "Tumbalalaika." List C kicks off with a playful rendition of "The Flintstones," followed by the energetic "Hoe Down" from Little Suite No. 3, and ends with the uplifting "Siyahamba."
Each piece is presented twice: first as a solo violin performance, and then with accompaniment, providing a comprehensive guide for both practical exams and personal practice. The total duration of the album is 15 minutes, making it a concise yet impactful collection.
Whether you're a student preparing for your exam or simply a fan of classical music, this album offers a delightful journey through some of the most beloved pieces in the ABRSM Grade 1 syllabus. ABRSM's commitment to musical education shines through in every note, making this album an invaluable resource for violinists of all ages.
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Tracks
A:1 The Sword Knott (from Minuets, Cotillons and Country Dances)Ignatius Sancho, Ruth Rogers, Martin Cousin
A:2 Mer hahn en neue OberkeetJohann Sebastian Bach, Lionel Salter, Simon Blendis, Saoko Blendis
A:3 The Wind that Shakes the BarleyTrad. Irish, Nancy Litten, Ruth Rogers, Martin Cousin
B:1 Moonrise (No. 1 from A Fairy Ring)Bernard Shore, Ruth Rogers, Martin Cousin
B:2 An CoineachanTrad. Scottish, Alan Bullard, Ruth Rogers, Martin Cousin
B:3 TumbalalaikaTrad. Yiddish, Peter Gritton, Simon Blendis, Saoko Blendis
C:1 The FlintstonesJoseph Barbera, William Hanna, Hoyt Curtin, Nikki Iles, Simon Blendis, Saoko Blendis
C:2 Hoe Down (from Little Suite No. 3)Peter Martin, Simon Blendis, Saoko Blendis
C:3 SiyahambaTrad. Zulu, Nikki Iles, Ruth Rogers, Martin Cousin
A:1 The Sword Knott (from Minuets, Cotillons and Country Dances) - accompanimentIgnatius Sancho, Martin Cousin
A:2 Mer hahn en neue Oberkeet - accompanimentJohann Sebastian Bach, Lionel Salter, Saoko Blendis
A:3 The Wind that Shakes the Barley - accompanimentTrad. Irish, Nancy Litten, Martin Cousin
B:1 Moonrise (No. 1 from A Fairy Ring) - accompanimentBernard Shore, Martin Cousin
B:2 An Coineachan - accompanimentTrad. Scottish, Alan Bullard, Martin Cousin
B:3 Tumbalalaika - accompanimentTrad. Yiddish, Peter Gritton, Saoko Blendis
C:1 The Flintstones - accompanimentJoseph Barbera, William Hanna, Hoyt Curtin, Nikki Iles, Saoko Blendis
C:2 Hoe Down (from Little Suite No. 3) - accompanimentPeter Martin, Saoko Blendis
C:3 Siyahamba - accompanimentTrad. Zulu, Nikki Iles, Martin Cousin
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