Grade 7 Piano Anthology: Piano Book

A carefully curated survey of piano literature ranging across classical idioms and interpretive challenges. These pieces balance technical demands with expressive depth, rewarding the pianist who brings both precision and musicality to the work.

Grade 7 piano students preparing for either the ABRSM Practical or Performance Exam in the 2025-26 cycle. This book serves advanced pianists who need syllabus-aligned repertoire with pedagogical support built in.

• Study the Performance Notes before diving into the score; they flag interpretive choices and technical challenges specific to each work and save rehearsal time.
• Cross-reference pieces across lists A, B, and C to understand how the difficulty and stylistic demands escalate within a single exam session.
• Use the own-choice section pieces to find repertoire that aligns with your student's strengths, then build confidence by programming those works early in the practice cycle.

Structure your exam prep around the three lists, introducing pieces gradually across the season. The own-choice selections offer flexibility for recitals or studio performances before the formal exam, allowing students to build performance stamina in lower-pressure settings.

• Advanced finger independence and voice leading across multiple registers
• Stylistic interpretation across baroque, classical, romantic, and contemporary idioms
• Pedal technique and tonal color control
• Structural analysis and long-line phrasing
• Exam performance readiness and piece selection strategy