An energetic and sparkling piece written by Pam Wedgwood. It is a wonderful introduction to the rag style with its stylish writing and engaging melody.
This lovely piece expresses waves of nostalgia but is not overly sentimental. An endearing piece with its rich, expressive legato touch, long melodic lines, considerable dynamic range and use of pedal will reward both listener and player.
Although this piece conveys a sense of simplicity it also contains a degree of yearning. A range of skills is required for the playing of this piece including sophisticated pedalling, balance between the hands, a rich and expressive legato touch and tone-matching.
The ABRSM Initial piano examination was introduced in 2021 -2022 period and these are the Baroque pieces that have been in the syllabus since that date.
The ABRSM Initial piano examination was introduced in 2021 -2022 period and these are the Classical pieces that have been in the syllabus since that date.
The ABRSM Initial piano examination was introduced in 2021 -2022 period and these are the Romantic pieces that have been in the syllabus since that date.
A list of some of the Classical pieces that have been in the ABRSM Grade 8 syllabus over a number of years from 1981 as well as a few pieces from earlier years.
A list of some of the Classical pieces that have been in the ABRSM Grade 6 syllabus over a number of years from 1981 as well as a few pieces from earlier years.