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ABRSM Piano Exam Music info and FAQ's
Prepare for success with our complete range of official ABRSM Piano Exam Music, syllabuses, and supporting resources at Sound Shop. Whether you are a beginner preparing for Grade 1, an advancing student aiming for Grade 8, or a piano teacher sourcing essential teaching material, we stock everything you need for the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music piano curriculum. Explore official ABRSM piano exam pieces, scale requirements, sight-reading guides, and specimen aural test books for all grades. Keep your practice structured, effective, and fully aligned with current examination standards. What is included in the ABRSM Piano Syllabus?
The ABRSM piano examination syllabus is structured across Initial Grade through to Grade 8. Each grade tests candidate performance across four core areas:
- Selected Exam Pieces: A curated collection of classical, romantic, and modern repertoire divided into Lists A, B, and C (and List D for higher grades).
- Scales & Arpeggios: Grade-appropriate technical exercises designed to develop finger dexterity, key fluency, and tone control.
- Sight-Reading: Unseen musical excerpts to test quick reading capabilities, rhythm, and musicality on the spot.
- Aural Tests: Listening exercises assessing pitch recognition, rhythm reproduction, and general musical awareness.
Which edition of ABRSM Piano Exam Pieces do I need?
ABRSM updates its core piano exam pieces syllabus every two years. Always ensure you purchase the official publication matching your target exam period. Most publications are available in two versions:
- Book Only: Contains all required score music for the grade.
- Book with Audio / Downloads: Includes access to recorded demonstration tracks to assist with tempo, phrasing, and interpretation during home practice.
Music Books & Sheet Music
€13.50
Piano Exam Pieces 2027 & 2028 Abrsm Grade 1
Nine pieces from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus Varied repertoire from a range of genres and styles, alongside specially commissioned original pieces and arrangements Helpful footnotes and...
Music Books & Sheet Music
€14.50
Piano Exam Pieces 2027 & 2028 Abrsm Grade 2
Nine pieces from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus Varied repertoire from a range of genres and styles, alongside specially commissioned original pieces and arrangements Helpful footnote...
Music Books & Sheet Music
€15.95
Piano Exam Pieces 2027 & 2028 Abrsm Grade 3
Nine pieces from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus Varied repertoire from a range of genres and styles, alongside specially commissioned original pieces and arrangements Helpful footnotes...
Music Books & Sheet Music
€16.99
Piano Exam Pieces 2027 & 2028 Abrsm Grade 4
Nine pieces from Lists A, B and C of the syllabus Varied repertoire from a range of genres and styles...
Music Books & Sheet Music
€18.50
Piano Exam Pieces 2027 & 2028 Abrsm Grade 5
A, B and C of the syllabus...
Music Books & Sheet Music
€20.50
Piano Exam Pieces 2027 & 2028 Abrsm Grade 6
Contains Varied repertoire from a range of genres and styles, alongside specially commissioned original pieces...
Music Books & Sheet Music
€23.50
Piano Exam Pieces 2027 & 2028 Abrsm Grade 7
Featuring performances and learning resources Highlights include Prelude in D minor by M. K. Ciurlionis and If I told you I loved you by Kathleen Feenstra...
Music Books & Sheet Music
€27.50
Piano Exam Pieces 2027 & 2028 Abrsm Grade 8
Featuring inspiring video performances and learning resources Highlights include Nocturne in E minor by Chopin and Waltz Caprice by Iris de Cairos-Rego...
Music Books & Sheet Music
€12.50