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In this piece, the composer uses asymmetric time signatures to highlight the drama of the timpani and add to the uncertainty of the piece.

Introducing an exciting new strand of their Lockdown Live series, the London Sinfonietta players dive in to the nuances of contemporary performance on their instruments, and explore how they're used in a contemporary setting. 

In this exciting new strand of their Lockdown Live series, London Sinfonietta players dive in to the nuances of contemporary performance on their instruments, and explore how they're used in a contemporary setting. 

In this exciting new strand of our Lockdown Live series, London Sinfonietta players dive in to the nuances of contemporary performance on their instruments, and explore how they're used in a contemporary setting.

The woodwind section is one of the most sonically diverse sections of the orchestra. How do these instruments balance the dual role of soloist and ensemble player? How do they blend their sounds when they're so different?

Read our interview with Xiaole Zhan from New Zealand, who won the 2019 Commonwealth International Composition Award.

Watch double bassist Lewis Braham and accompanist Jenny Tarrant play Venetian Gondola Song by Mendelssohn.

Watch double bassist Lewis Braham and accompanist Jenny Tarrant play Allegro by Handel.

ABRSM's Chief Examiner, John Holmes, discusses balancing how we should practise tricky passages in pieces with sections that come more easily to us.

Our Chief Examiner, John Holmes, talks about his techniques for navigating difficult passages in pieces.

Have a go at our musical instrument quiz! Can you name the families of these instruments?

The Robin Hood Youth Orchestra (RHYO) is the flagship orchestra for Nottingham Music Hub. Funded for Nottingham City teenagers, RHYO is an exciting, evolving ensemble that plays a diverse range of musical styles.

ABRSM's Chief Examiner, John Holmes, discusses the core musical ingredients we should focus on in our practice.

It can be really beneficial to record your practice session. Our Chief Examiner, John Holmes, suggests using the ABRSM marking criteria to review and evaluate your practice.

The BBC Young Jazz Musician competition is the BBC’s platform for young, talented jazz musicians. Following the success of the first three editions, the biennial competition returns in 2020 to celebrate and showcase the next generation of UK Jazz musicians.

n this exciting new strand of our Lockdown Live series, London Sinfonietta players dive in to the nuances of contemporary performance on their instruments, and explore how they're used in a contemporary setting.

In this exciting new strand of our Lockdown Live series, London Sinfonietta players dive in to the nuances of contemporary performance on their instruments, and explore how they're used in a contemporary setting.

Read our interview with Aliyah Ramatally.

Watch double bassist Lewis Braham and accompanist Jenny Tarrant play A little Blue by Steve Berry

It’s a requirement at Grades 1 to 3 that at least one of your pieces is accompanied, to encourage beginner percussionists to make music with others from the very start.

Join LSO Music Director Sir Simon Rattle and musicians from the London Symphony Orchestra for their new online concert, suitable for families and carers with children aged five plus.

With many nurseries and schools shut, the Berlin Philharmonic has put together a wonderful puzzle and colouring in book for young musicians.

ABRSM's Chief Examiner, John Holmes, emphasises the importance of practising the instrument itself as well as the pieces you’re working on.

ABRSM's Chief Examiner, John Holmes, highlights the importance of ingraining the habits you want to keep, rather than just practising until it's right.

Watch BBC Young Musician finalist, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason, perform Chanson de Matin by Elgar.

ABRSM's John Holmes shares his best practice tips to help your musical progression.

Watch Tom Poster perform a Lullaby by Raymond Yiu. This piece definitely has the power to put you into a reflective mood!