This book contains fifteen pieces from ABRSM’s Grade 3 Percussion syllabus from 2020, with five pieces from the repertoire lists for snare drum, timpani and tuned percussion. Every piece has been specially commissioned for this syllabus and provides players with an innovative and varied range of repertoire that spans solos, duets and accompanied pieces.
For those preparing for the technical element of the Percussion exams, bespoke studies for timpani and snare drum have been included. Along with the tuned percussion scales and arpeggios (available separately), these studies fulfil the technical element of the Grade 3 Percussion syllabus.
Percussion Exam Pieces & Studies is suitable for candidates taking ABRSM’s Snare Drum, Timpani, Tuned Percussion and Percussion (Combined) exams.

Out of Line [William Edwards]
Jazz Waltz for Two [Rachel Gledhill]
Stick Insect [Kevin Hathway]
Tango Twister [David Hext]
Arriving in Style [Jan Bradley]
Waltz of the Warlocks [Lizzie Davis]
Tresillo [Damien Harron]
Bouncing Beethoven [Ian Wright]
Celebration [Andrew J. Smith]
Spring Awakening [Alan Bullard]
Spicy Sauce [David Hext]
After Dark [William Edwards]
Swing Steps [Arthur C. Lipner]
Spiral [Cameron Sinclair]
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Clock-watching [Zara Nunn]