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ABRSM Publishing is the publishing company of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music. Our publications fall into 3 categories:

Repertoire volumes for a variety of instruments and for voice
Materials used in the Associated Board's exams, such as Theory of Music papers and volumes of selected pieces used in piano and violin exams
Material to support candidates' preparation for exams, for private study and for personal musical development, including textbooks on theory, harmony and form of music

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The Music Theory in Practice series has helped more than one million musicians worldwide to learn about the notation and theory of music. Now fully revised, this workbook remains the best way to prepare for the Associated Board's Grade 1 Theory of Music Exam, offering:
a clear explanation of music notation
straightforward language throughout
many worked examples and practice exercises
definitions of important words and concepts
specimen exam questions
helpful tips for students As well as supporting the ABRSM theory syllabus, this workbook also provides an excellent resource for anyone wishing to develop general music literacy skills.

Price: £3.25

A critical edition of the 35 piano sonatas by Professor Barry Cooper, renowned Beethoven specialist. Created for today’s performers, teachers and scholars, this is the most comprehensive study of these extraordinary works yet undertaken.
the only modern edition to include all 35 sonatas as a set
faithful to the original notation, correcting long-standing errors found in other editions
presents new and important research
general Introduction covering performance practice, including tempo, articulation, pedalling and dynamics
commentary to each sonata, including history, full assessment of the sources and detailed notes on interpretation
introductory CD included

Price: £16.95

recordings of the complete Grade 5 Viola Exam syllabus from 2008
innovative and valuable resource for candidates preparing for Associated Board exams
playalong practice tracks and complete performances of each piece

Price: £13.57 (ex. VAT)