Dive into the world of classical music with ABRSM's "Viola Exam Pieces from 2024, ABRSM Initial Grade," a meticulously curated collection of pieces designed to inspire and educate. Released on June 8, 2023, under the ABRSM label, this album is a compact yet comprehensive journey through a variety of musical styles and techniques, perfect for both beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Spanning just 14 minutes, the album features a diverse tracklist that includes classical masterpieces like Antonio Vivaldi's "Autumn" from The Four Seasons, Op. 8, as well as traditional and original compositions such as "The Old Woman and the Peddler," "Pwt ar y Bys," and "Crunch Time." Each piece is presented twice: first as a solo performance and then with accompaniment, providing a valuable learning tool for viola students.
ABRSM, known for their expertise in music education, has crafted an album that is both engaging and educational. Whether you're preparing for an exam or simply looking to expand your musical horizons, this album offers a rich tapestry of sounds and styles that will captivate and inspire.
Tracks
A:1 Autumn (from The Four Seasons, Op. 8)Antonio Vivaldi, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Meghan Cassidy, Martin Cousin
A:2 The Old Woman and the PeddlerTrad. English, Alan Bullard, Meghan Cassidy, Martin Cousin
A:3 Pwt ar y BysTrad. Welsh, Peter Gritton, Meghan Cassidy, Martin Cousin
B:1 The Knights' PavaneAlthea Talbot-Howard, Meghan Cassidy, Martin Cousin
B:2 New YearRentaro Taki, Nancy Litten, Meghan Cassidy, Martin Cousin
B:3 Au clair de la luneTrad. French, Alan Bullard, Meghan Cassidy, Martin Cousin
C:1 Crunch TimeNancy Litten, Meghan Cassidy, Martin Cousin
C:2 Let us chase the squirrelTrad. American, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Meghan Cassidy, Martin Cousin
C:3 Kuckuck, Kuckuck, ruft's aus dem WaldTrad. German, David Blackwell, Meghan Cassidy, Martin Cousin
A:1 Autumn (from The Four Seasons, Op. 8) - accompanimentAntonio Vivaldi, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Martin Cousin
A:2 The Old Woman and the Peddler - accompanimentTrad. English, Alan Bullard, Martin Cousin
A:3 Pwt ar y Bys - accompanimentTrad. Welsh, Peter Gritton, Martin Cousin
B:1 The Knights' Pavane - accompanimentAlthea Talbot-Howard, Martin Cousin
B:2 New Year - accompanimentRentaro Taki, Nancy Litten, Martin Cousin
B:3 Au clair de la lune - accompanimentTrad. French, Alan Bullard, Martin Cousin
C:1 Crunch Time - accompanimentNancy Litten, Martin Cousin
C:2 Let us chase the squirrel - accompanimentTrad. American, Kathy Blackwell, David Blackwell, Martin Cousin
C:3 Kuckuck, Kuckuck, ruft's aus dem Wald - accompanimentTrad. German, David Blackwell, Martin Cousin
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