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Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Percussion Scales & Arpeggios, ABRSM Grades 6-8: from 2020
This book contains all the scales and arpeggios required for ABRSM's Tuned Percussion and Percussion (Combined) exams at Grades 6-8, arranged in grade order.
£16.40
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Music Theory in Practice, Grade 2
The Music Theory in Practice series has helped more than one million musicians worldwide to learn about the notation and theory of music. Now fully revised, this workbook remains the best way to prepare for ABRSM's Grade 2 Theory of Music Exam. Features a clear explanation of music notation, many worked examples and practice exercises, definitions of important words and concepts, specimen exam questions and helpful tips for students. As well as supporting the ABRSM Theory syllabus, this workbook also provides an excellent resource for anyone wishing to develop general music literacy skills.
£11.78
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Two-part Inventions, BWV 772-786: Easier Piano Pieces 33
Bach composed these Inventions in 1722/3 for the instruction in keyboard playing and composition of his eldest son, Wilhelm Friedemann, who was then just 12. Richard Jones's edition of these pieces is also available from ABRSM in a 'Signature' Series edition, where they are combined with the (three-part) Sinfonias and given more textual commentary.
£10.56
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music More Time Pieces for Viola, Volume 1: Music through the Ages
Music through the Ages Volume 1
£14.66
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Shining Brass, Book 2, Piano Accompaniment B flat: 18 Pieces for Brass, Grades 4 & 5
Shining Brass is an exciting series of graded repertoire pieces and studies that can be played by any brass instrument. Book 2 contains 18 pieces in a variety of attractive styles, specially commissioned from seven of the finest composers of brass music writing today. Key features - Pieces from each of Lists A, B and C of Grades 4 & 5 of the ABRSM 2017 syllabus - a part book with CD that can be bought separately
£14.66
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Piano Exam Pieces 2023 & 2024, ABRSM Grade 3: Selected from the 2023 & 2024 syllabus
This book contains nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 3 Piano syllabus for 2023 & 2024, three pieces chosen from each of Lists A, B and C - ideal for both Practical and Performance Grade exams. The pieces have been carefully selected to offer an attractive and varied range of styles, creating a collection that provides an excellent source of repertoire to suit every performer. The book also contains helpful footnotes and, for those preparing for exams, useful syllabus information.A version of this book with audio download is also available.
£13.70
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Percussion Sight-Reading, ABRSM Grades 1-5: from 2020
This book provides valuable material to help players strengthen their sight-reading skills in preparation for ABRSM's Percussion exams at Grades 1-5. It offers attractive sample sight-reading pieces for snare drum, timpani and tuned percussion, fully covering the syllabus requirements from 2020.
£12.20
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music A Romantic Sketchbook for Piano, Book I
A Romantic Sketchbook for Piano explores the wealth of piano music from the Romantic period in five carefully graded albums. Mostly composed between 1830 and 1930, the pieces in these albums have been selected to introduce players to a wide range of music, from works by some of the leading Romantic composers, such as Schumann, Mendelssohn and Tchaikovsky, to unfamiliar pieces by lesser-known figures. Each volume presents a variety of keys, time signatures and textures within a comprehensive range of tempi, which will be invaluable to students in the development of their musical skills. Players will also respond imaginatively to the varying styles and moods offered in these colourful sketchbooks, from the lively dances and mood pictures to the tender songs and gentle serenades. Perfect for learners exploring repertoire for the own-choice piece in ABRSM's Performance Grade exams
£14.66
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Fifty for Flute, Book One: (Grades 1-5)
Fifty for Flute is a collection of progressive studies in two volumes for unaccompanied flute. Carefully written to explore different aspects of the flautist's technique through the grades, these attractive and well-crafted studies also contain a mix of articulations, speeds, time signatures and rhythms to provide original and varied study repertoire for teacher and pupil. All fifty studies have their own individual character and mood, indicated by the titles that head each piece. Pupils will enjoy the good-humoured (but very easy) syncopations of 'Bouncy flute', the thrill of the big top in 'Circus flute' and the wicked Offenbach parody in 'Comical flute'.
£10.81
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Flute Exam Pieces from 2022, ABRSM Grade 6: Selected from the syllabus from 2022. Score & Part, Audio Downloads
This book contains nine pieces selected from ABRSM's Grade 6 Flute syllabus from 2022. Key features: Nine pieces in a range of styles, chosen from Lists A, B and C - Includes flute part and piano accompaniment -Ideal for both Practical and Performance Grade exams -Classic repertoire and newly commissioned pieces and arrangements.- Audio performances of the nine pieces by expert musicians, plus accompaniment-only tracks for use when practising (download code included in the book)
£23.31
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Piano Exam Pieces 2021 & 2022, ABRSM Grade 8: Selected from the 2021 & 2022 syllabus
This book contains nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 8 Piano syllabus for 2021 & 2022, three pieces chosen from each of Lists A, B and C. The pieces have been carefully selected to offer an attractive and varied range of styles, creating a collection that provides an excellent source of repertoire to suit every performer. The book also contains helpful footnotes and, for those preparing for exams, useful syllabus information.
£18.94
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Piano Exam Pieces 2021 & 2022, ABRSM Initial Grade, with CD: 2021 & 2022 syllabus
This book contains nine pieces from ABRSM's Initial Grade Piano syllabus for 2021 & 2022, three pieces chosen from each of Lists A, B and C. The pieces have been carefully selected to offer an attractive and varied range of styles, creating a collection that provides an excellent source of repertoire to suit every performer. The book also contains helpful footnotes and, for those preparing for exams, useful syllabus information. The enclosed CD features inspiring recordings of all 30 pieces on the Initial Grade syllabus, performed by Nikki Iles, Dinara Klinton, Robert Thompson and Anthony Williams.
£16.05
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Music Theory Practice Papers 2018 Model Answers, ABRSM Grade 2
ABRSM's official Model Answers are a useful resource for students and teachers preparing for ABRSM Music Theory exams. This Grade 2 collection contains answers for the four practice papers published in ABRSM's Music Theory Practice Papers 2018 (Grade 2), and should be used alongside them. This set of model answers features a list of correct answers, where appropriate, or a selection of likely options where the answer can be expressed in a variety of ways.
£8.90
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Specimen Sight-Singing Tests, Grades 6-8
This volume contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for the Grades 6-8 ABRSM Singing exams. Contains specimen tests for the new sight-singing requirements from 2009, representative of the technical level expected in the exam.
£13.70
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Music Theory in Practice, Grade 1
The Music Theory in Practice series has helped more than one million musicians worldwide to learn about the notation and theory of music. Now fully revised, this workbook remains the best way to prepare for ABRSM's Grade 1 Theory of Music Exam. Features a clear explanation of music notation, many worked examples and practice exercises, definitions of important words and concepts, specimen exam questions and helpful tips for students. As well as supporting the ABRSM Theory syllabus, this workbook also provides an excellent resource for anyone wishing to develop general music literacy skills.
£11.24
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Piano Specimen Sight-Reading Tests, Grade 8
This volume contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for the ABRSM Grade 8 Piano exams. The book is written in attractive and approachable styles and representative of the technical level expected in the exam.
£12.74
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Piano Specimen Sight-Reading Tests, Grade 5
This volume contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for the ABRSM Grade 5 Piano exams. The book is written in attractive and approachable styles and representative of the technical level expected in the exam.
£12.74
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Sonata in C minor, Op. 13 (Pathétique): from Vol. I
This edition of Op. 13 (Pathétique) comes from the complete three-volume edition of Beethoven's 35 piano sonatas published by ABRSM, edited by Professor Barry Cooper, renowned Beethoven specialist. Includes an introduction covering editorial method and commentary to the sonata including history, full assessment of the sources and detailed notes on interpretation.
£10.81
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Time Pieces for Guitar, Volume 2: Music through the Ages in 2 Volumes
Time Pieces for Guitar is a two-volume anthology of well-crafted and idiomatic arrangements of music from the 13th century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and include the year in which they were written, so you get a sense of the different styles of music through time. These volumes feature contrasting styles, from Machaut to Bernstein and from Purcell to Granados. Also includes duos for pupil and teacher.
£14.66
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Specimen Sight-Reading Tests for Harp, Grades 1-8 (pedal and non-pedal)
Practice material for candidates preparing for ABRSM Harp exams. The tests, for pedal and non-pedal players, explore different keys, styles and tempi and are representative of the technical levels expected in each exam.
£13.70
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music The ABRSM Songbook, Book 2: Selected pieces and traditional songs in five volumes
The five-volume ABRSM Songbook series offers singers and their teachers an unrivalled choice of core repertoire that will provide the bedrock for many years of rewarding vocal study. The series features: Over 100 art songs, drawn from Grades 1-5 of ABRSM's Singing syllabus; A massive range of repertoire from the Medieval to modern musicals - many in practical new editions; Irresistible new arrangements by Carol Barratt of 18 classic songs; A rich collection of 60 authentic unaccompanied traditional songs, sourced from around the world; English singing translations for every non-English-language song - many newly-commissioned; Useful notes on the songs containing background information and performance suggestions; CDs of piano accompaniments to all the art songs, performed by Simon Lepper, as well as recordings of the text to every song, performed by native speakers.
£24.76
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Time Pieces for Guitar, Volume 1: Music through the Ages in 2 Volumes
Time Pieces for Guitar is a two-volume anthology of well-crafted and idiomatic arrangements of music from the 13th century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and include the year in which they were written, so you get a sense of the different styles of music through time. These volumes feature contrasting styles, from Machaut to Bernstein and from Purcell to Granados. Also includes duos for pupil and teacher.
£14.66
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music The ABRSM Songbook, Book 3: Selected pieces and traditional songs in five volumes
The five-volume ABRSM Songbook series offers singers and their teachers an unrivalled choice of core repertoire that will provide the bedrock for many years of rewarding vocal study. The series features: Over 100 art songs, drawn from Grades 1-5 of ABRSM's Singing syllabus; A massive range of repertoire from the Medieval to modern musicals - many in practical new editions; Irresistible new arrangements by Carol Barratt of 18 classic songs; A rich collection of 60 authentic unaccompanied traditional songs, sourced from around the world; English singing translations for every non-English-language song - many newly-commissioned; Useful notes on the songs containing background information and performance suggestions; Audio of piano accompaniments to all the art songs, performed by Simon Lepper, as well as recordings of the text to every song, performed by native speakers.
£26.69
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Jazz Piano Scales, Grades 1-5
This book of jazz piano scales will develop the technical skills you need to play jazz. It introduces patterns characteristic of the idiom, like the blues scales, the b3 pentatonic and various modes. It also explores these patterns on the roots and key centres commonly found in jazz. Regular and flexible practice of these forms, and using them as the basis for improvisation, will give you fluency and technical control and make your playing sound effortless and relaxed. As an accompaniment to the Board's jazz piano syllabus, this book sets out the scales by grade and gives a table of recommended speeds. It also provides details of what the examiner will be looking for in your playing.
£12.20
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Guitar Scales and Arpeggios, Grades 6-8
This edition contains all the scales and arpeggios required for the Grades 6-8 ABRSM Guitar exams. Provides suggested fingering and a helpful introduction including advice on exam preparation.
£12.74
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Time Pieces for Cello, Volume 3: Music through the Ages
Time Pieces is an exciting new series of repertoire which explores the wealth of music written from the sixteenth century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and all include the year in which they were written too so you can map your journey through time. Time Pieces for Cello is a three-volume anthology providing a graded selection of well-crafted and idiomatic arrangements, as well as some original pieces, for cello and piano. All of them have been carefully written to provide practice of the keys, note ranges and fingering patterns encountered in the early grades, and there are suggestions for position work and varied bowing patterns. Each volume balances well-known pieces with less familiar music, and the emphasis throughout is on tuneful repertoire perfectly suited to the cello with a simple supportive piano accompaniment. From Tallis to Tchaikovsky and from Haydn to Britten, Time Pieces for Cello allows the pupil to get a real feel for the different styles of music through tune and will prove an invaluable, varied source of further study and recital repertoire. Perfect for learners exploring repertoire for the own-choice piece in ABRSM's Performance Grade exams
£14.66
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music French Suites: BWV 812-817
Bach's French Suites are published as part of ABRSM's 'Signature' Series - a series of authoritative performing editions of standard keyboard works, prepared from original sources by leading scholars. Includes informative introductions and performance notes.
£20.44
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music The AB Guide to Music Theory, Part II
Provides an introduction to the basic elements in harmony and musical structure. Includes separate chapters on voices, string instruments, woodwind and brass instruments, percussions and keyboard instruments, and instruments in combination. Also covers non-harmony notes, tonal harmony and chromatic chords, and musical structure.
£14.13
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Graded Pianoforte Studies, First Series, Preliminary
First published over seventy years ago, this imaginative series of studies is as useful and relevant now as it ever has been. Each volume has studies composed by well known and lesser known composers and is carefully graded to offer a variety of keys, time signatures, textures and tempi, whilst each study is given a title which tells the student exactly what it is trying to achieve. These books provide invaluable practice material for the building of technique and are also enjoyable to play in their own right.
£10.81
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Lyric Pieces, Op.12 & Poetic Tone-Pictures, Op.3: Easier Piano Pieces 11
This volume brings together two early collections by Grieg to form an attractive first book of characterful piano pieces. The Lyric Pieces, published when the composer was 24, are amongst the easiest pieces Grieg wrote for the piano, and represent a conscious attempt to provide accessible and tuneful music for beginners.
£10.56
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Sonatas for Pianoforte, Volume II
Beethoven's Complete Pianoforte Sonatas, edited by Harold Craxton, are published as part of ABRSM's 'Signature' Series - a series of authoritative performing editions of standard keyboard works, prepared from original sources by leading scholars. Includes informative introductions and performance notes.
£28.13
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Graded Pianoforte Studies, First Series, Grade 2 (Elementary)
First published over seventy years ago, this imaginative series of studies is as useful and relevant now as it ever has been. Each volume has studies composed by well known and lesser known composers and is carefully graded to offer a variety of keys, time signatures, textures and tempi, whilst each study is given a title which tells the student exactly what it is trying to achieve. These books provide invaluable practice material for the building of technique and are also enjoyable to play in their own right.
£10.81
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Complete Pianoforte Sonatas, Volume I
Beethoven's Complete Pianoforte Sonatas is published as part of ABRSM's 'Signature' Series - a series of authoritative performing editions of standard keyboard works, prepared from original sources by leading scholars. Includes informative introductions and performance notes. Also available in cloth binding and in separate editions.
£27.65
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Guitar Exam Pieces from 2019, ABRSM Grade 2: Selected from the syllabus starting 2019
This book brings together, for the first time, nine pieces from ABRSM's Grade 2 Guitar syllabus from 2019. The pieces - two solos and one duet chosen from each of lists A, B and C - have been carefully selected to offer an attractive and varied range of styles, creating an excellent source of repertoire to suit every performer. The book also contains helpful footnotes and, for those preparing for exams, useful syllabus information. Recordings of all 30 pieces on the Grade 2 syllabus are available. These can be purchased as part of the Guitar Exam Pieces with CD package or as audio downloads (see www.abrsmdownloads.org for more details). ABRSM also offers a range of apps to support musical learning, available from www.abrsm.org/apps. Support material for ABRSM Guitar exams [GEPs with CD] [Scales] [Specimen sight-reading] [Specimen aural tests]
£11.78
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Saxophone Sight-Reading Tests, ABRSM Grades 6-8: from 2018
This book contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for ABRSM's Saxophone exams at Grades 6-8. It features sample sight-reading tests for the new requirements from 2018, written in attractive and approachable styles.
£13.16
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Flute Sight-Reading Tests, ABRSM Grades 6-8: from 2018
This book contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for ABRSM's Flute exams at Grades 6-8. It features sample sight-reading tests for the new requirements from 2018, written in attractive and approachable styles.
£13.16
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Piano Scales & Arpeggios, ABRSM Grade 6: from 2021
This book contains all the scales and arpeggios required for ABRSM's Grade 6 Piano exam. It covers all the new requirements from 2021.
£11.24
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Piano Scales & Arpeggios, ABRSM Grade 5: from 2021
This book contains all the scales and arpeggios required for ABRSM's Grade 5 Piano exam. It covers all the new requirements from 2021.
£11.24
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Piano Prep Test: revised 2016
The Piano Prep Test is an ideal introduction to the ABRSM exam experience: it gives students a goal to work towards and a certificate on the day - something to be really proud of. The test covers many elements that beginner pianists will be working on, including pitch, time, tone and performance. Our Piano Prep Test book has exciting new pieces, easy to follow instructions, listening games and entertaining illustrations. For the first time it includes duets as well as solo pieces. Preparing for your Piano Prep Test has never been more fun!
£10.30
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Flute Scales & Arpeggios and Sight-Reading, ABRSM Grades 1-5: from 2018
This combined book of scales, arpeggios and sight-reading contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for ABRSM's Flute exams at Grades 1-5. Key features: All the new scales and arpeggios from 2018, arranged in grade order Sample sight-reading tests for the new requirements from 2018, written in attractive and approachable styles.
£15.63
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Oboe Scales & Arpeggios, ABRSM Grades 1-5: from 2018
This book contains all the scales and arpeggios required for ABRSM's Oboe exams at Grades 1-5. It features all the new requirements from 2018, arranged in grade order.
£10.81
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Flute Scales & Arpeggios, ABRSM Grades 6-8: from 2018
This book contains all the scales and arpeggios required for ABRSM's Flute exams at Grades 6-8. It features all the new requirements from 2018, arranged in grade order
£11.24
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Scale Explorer for Piano, Grade 4
Scale Explorer for Piano is a creative resource for students learning their scales and arpeggios. This book covers ABRSM's new syllabus requirements (from 2021) at Grade 4, and includes engaging activities that bring scales to life through short pieces, improvisation, composition and exercises. Key features *
£13.70
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Encore: Book 3, Grades 5 & 6: Your favourite ABRSM piano exam pieces
Encore is the official collection of best-loved ABRSM piano exam pieces, selected from syllabuses of the past few decades. Pianists will find an appealing mix of repertoire, while teachers can be confident that the perfect balance of content has been selected at every level. Book 3 features 19 popular pieces at Grades 5 and 6. Have fun exploring modern favourites and timeless classics, like Satie's Gymnopédie No. 1, or Of Foreign Lands and Peoples by Schumann. Footnotes provide background information, a summary of the key skills that each piece develops, and new ideas for exploring the music. Perfect for learners exploring repertoire for the own-choice piece in ABRSM's Performance Grade exams Whether you're working through our exams, playing informally, or planning a performance, Encore is full of music you'll want to play again and again!
£13.70
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Joining the Dots for Violin, Grade 1: A Fresh Approach to Sight-Reading
Joining the Dots offers violinists lots of material to help build confidence and skill in sight-reading. The series brings together a range of activities to help students improve their sense of fingerboard geography, helping them to read new music more quickly and easily. The five books cover the requirements for ABRSM's sight-reading tests at each of Grades 1 to 5, and include: * many short, characterful pieces to sight-read, in a range of approachable musical styles * warm-up and technical exercises, to establish finger patterns within each key * simple improvisation exercises in which students can explore musical ideas and familiarize themselves further with the 'feel' of each key * longer solo pieces and some duets and trios, for additional sight-reading practice or to learn quickly and play through for fun
£12.66
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Cello Scales & Arpeggios, ABRSM Grades 6-8: from 2012
This new edition contains all the scales and arpeggios required for ABRSM's Grades 6-8 Cello exams. Contains all scales and arpeggios for the revised syllabus from 2012, with bowing patterns and suggested fingering, and a helpful introduction including advice on preparing for the exam.
£12.74
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Cello Specimen Sight-Reading Tests, ABRSM Grades 6-8: from 2012
This volume contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for ABRSM Cello exams, Grades 6-8. Includes many specimen tests for the revised sight-reading requirements from 2012, written in attractive and approachable styles and representative of the technical level expected in the exam.
£13.16
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music Viola Specimen Sight-Reading Tests, ABRSM Grades 6-8: from 2012
This volume contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for ABRSM Viola exams, Grades 6-8. Includes many specimen tests for the revised sight-reading requirements from 2012, written in attractive and approachable styles and representative of the technical level expected in the exam.
£13.16
