Core Classics, Grades 3-4

Core Classics is a collection of seven books of music from the piano canon, selected and graded by leading educationalists. Drawn from ABRSM’s extensive back catalogue, each volume contains a rich selection of engaging pieces to form the backbone of any pianist’s repertoire. From Bach to Beethoven, Scarlatti to Schumann, this series includes an abundance of much-loved pieces.

All pieces have been carefully selected to ensure that each book is nothing short of a ‘teacher’s toolkit’ – works that any teacher would want their pupils to learn as part of their musical journey.

Each book is authoritatively graded, with pieces gradually increasing in difficulty throughout. The books are equally valuable for learners working towards a grade exam, between grades, or playing for leisure, building technical skills and confidence.

With an elegant and attractive design and an unrivalled range of repertoire, this is an essential collection for piano teachers and learners alike.

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Rondo in F, K. 15hh, from London Notebook
• Dunhill: A Celtic Song
• Dorothy Pilling: Roundabout
• Génari Karganov: Prayer, Op. 25 No. 5
• Bedford: Sunset over Stac Pollaidh
• Sullivan: The Policeman's Song
• Swinstead: In the Bay, from Fancy-Free
• Scarlatti: Sonata in G minor
• Eduard Rohde: Butterfly, Op. 36 No. 8
• Diabelli: Moderato cantabile: 1st movt from Sonatina in F, Op. 168 No. 1. No. 1 from Diabelli, 7 Sonatinas, Op. 168
• John Alcock: Suite No. 2 in B flat, 2. Siciliana: Adagio
• Chaminade: Idylle
• Ludwig van Beethoven: Minuet in G WoO 10 nr 2
• J.C.F. Bach: Scherzo in C
• Godard: Premier Chagrin Op. 149 nr. 6
• Alan Haughton: Bread and Butter: No. 2
• Glier: Arietta, Op. 43 No. 7
• Michael Rose: Habanera: No. 6 from Ten Dances
• J.S. Bach: Prelude in F BWV 927
• Edvard Grieg: Alvedans Op. 12 nr 4