Dive into a rich tapestry of classical and contemporary piano masterpieces with ABRSM's "Piano Exam Pieces 2025 & 2026, ABRSM Grade 8." This meticulously curated collection, set for release on June 6, 2024, under the prestigious ABRSM label, offers a comprehensive journey through the world of advanced piano repertoire. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 52 minutes, this album is a treasure trove for pianists and music enthusiasts alike, featuring a diverse array of compositions from renowned composers such as Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, and many more.
The album kicks off with the lively "Alla Turca" from Mozart's Sonata in A, K. 331, and seamlessly transitions through a variety of styles and periods, showcasing the technical and expressive depth required for Grade 8 piano examinations. From the delicate "Il pleut" by Debussy to the intricate "Toccatina" by Bartók, each piece is a testament to the composer's unique voice and the pianist's virtuosity.
ABRSM, known for their high standards in music education, has compiled a collection that not only challenges the aspiring pianist but also delights the discerning listener. The album includes both well-loved classics and lesser-known gems, such as the enchanting "Les cyclopes" by Rameau and the evocative "Thunder in Drought Season" by Chen Yi. The inclusion of contemporary pieces like "Eco Warrior" and "Go with the Flow" ensures a fresh and dynamic listening experience.
Whether you're a student preparing for exams or a music lover seeking to explore the breadth of piano repertoire, this album is an essential addition to your collection. ABRSM's "Piano Exam Pieces 2025 & 2026, ABRSM Grade 8" is a celebration of the piano's versatility and the enduring power of its music.
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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