To mark 21 years of teaching ABRSM piano exams, I’ve revisited past syllabuses to highlight 21 influential and favourite pieces that have shaped my teaching

The Willis Student Recital Collection is a beautifully curated anthology of 40 piano pieces for Grades 1–6, offering an inspiring alternative to familiar repertoire.

Rediscovered Gems for Piano Solo by Florence Price offers 20 previously unpublished works, showcasing her versatility across styles.

A joyful and wide-ranging collection of piano duets, reflecting the shared music-making that has long been at the heart of my own teaching.

My Seaside Notebook offers a varied selection of styles to delight and amuse, each piece laden with character and panache.

A rich and refreshing collection of graded repertoire, these anthologies offer far more than exam preparation, bringing together a wealth of inspiring music for both teachers and advancing pianists.

A review of the ABRSM Piano Syllabus 2025–2026, exploring its diverse repertoire and the wider questions it raises about the purpose of piano exams today.

A stunning collector’s edition filled with magical piano arrangements from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films.

Discover why music exam mark sheets can be confusing and how examiner language often fails to give students useful, meaningful feedback.

Possibly one of the most diverse LCM piano syllabuses to-date, but not everything quite hits the mark.

A thoughtfully structured flute sight-reading series by James Rae, supporting students from beginner to advanced.