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The Joy of Graded Piano
These five inspiring collections bring together essential repertoire for players of all ages. The “greatest hits” of the Baroque, Classical and Romantic piano literature appear alongside brilliant newer pieces composed by women and men from all around the world, right up to the present day. Grades 1-5.
Graded Gillock • Three Essential Collections
William Gillock’ music continues to inspire piano students around the world with its catchy tunes and imaginative content. My three collections deliver 41 of his very best pieces, sorted by level and including my playing tips.
Willis Student Recital Collection
Add a sprinkling of STARDUST to your student performances! These 40 stunning piano recital pieces are sure to steal the show! Suitable from Grades 1-6
Music We Might Have Played
Written in partnership with musician and broadcaster Jack Pepper, and with a foreword by Jeneba Kanneh-Mason, ‘Music We Might Have Played’ brings together nineteen stunning piano solos suitable for early advanced players.
Naoko Ikeda Graded Collection
For this publication I have selected and edited 24 of Naoko Ikeda’s best solo works, presenting her pieces in approximate order of difficulty, grouped from Grade 2 to Grade 5 level.
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Piano Music of the Black Renaissance
With works by eight composers of the early to mid twentieth century, ‘Piano Music of the Black Renaissance’ ranges in level from Early Intermediate to Advanced, and offers a fascinating and useful sourcebook of music that deserves much greater recognition within the classical piano repertoire.
Disney • Graded Pieces for Piano
With respectful arrangements of many of the most popular songs of the twentieth century and beyond, designed to be enjoyed throughout several years of musical learning and interleaved with more “serious” music, it’s hard not to fall in love with Disney: Graded Pieces for Piano…
Edition Peters Graded Anthologies 2027-28
For players intending to take one of the higher grades in the next couple of years, these anthologies provide an extremely attractive alternative to the official ABRSM books, offering a wider selection, greater variety and value.
Florence Price • Concert Works
I have little doubt that in the coming years we will discover yet more valuable music from Florence Price’s pen, and based on these two brilliant publications, I find that an exciting prospect!
Essential Piano Education Resources 2026-7
Discover the best new releases and classic piano education resources to support your teaching studio in 2026. Here’s the annual round up…
ABRSM • Encore Plus
In a year that has seen some excellent, focussed educational publications, ABRSM’s new ‘Encore Plus” books are another must-have success, offering a range of pieces primed for the exam room which I cannot imagine teachers will want to be without a set
First 50 Left-Hand Patterns
Alistair Watson’s “First 50 Left-Hand Patterns” is a must-have guide for mastering essential left-hand techniques across musical styles.
Classics for Ten Fingers
‘Classics for Ten Fingers’ is an important publication which could not only change a child’s learning, but set them on a lifetime journey of discovery, enjoyment, and deep enrichment.
The Piano Scale Book
Ben Andrew’s ‘Piano Scale Book’ applies a unique visual approach to learning every major and minor scale and arpeggio (up to six sharps and flats). It deserves a place in every inclusive piano teaching studio…
Paul Harris: Play with Rhythm!
Paul Harris has an uncanny knack of producing game-changing publications which immediately impact the quality of instrumental teaching and learning for the better. ‘Play with Rhythm!’ is undoubtedly one of his most important yet…
The Easiest Gillock Pieces
‘The Easiest Gillock Pieces’ offers 31 charming tunes for pre-Grade 1 pianists, complete with optional duet parts for added fun. I think it will make a brilliant addition in any piano teaching studio…
Pianoworks • Meditations
Pianoworks Meditations is a brilliant collection of gentle and reflective pieces for the older beginner. Written with a focus on playing for enjoyment, these 24 original pieces guide the player through a range of styles, while aiding in relaxation and mindfulness.
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