Elementary Piano Solos

Bright Start (Clifton Edition) Is a collection of 19 elementary pieces all of which have been previously featured in Pianist magazine. The level of the pieces is approximately Initial to Grade 2 of the British music examination syllabus standards.
Published in 2026, these one-page pieces are intended for pianists of all ages. Each work is tonal and tuneful, and perfect for those at the start of their journey as they feature simplistic key signatures and time signatures, as well as note and rhythmic patterns. They also serve as useful sight-reading material for the more advanced player.
You can hear all 19 pieces recorded by Chenyin Li, Pianist magazine’s resident pianist, and find out more about the collection by clicking the link below. ‘Bright Start’ can be purchased in both digital download and hard copy format.

Ghostly Piano Tales (Schott Music) is an imaginative collection of 24 solo piano pieces. It’s suitable for elementary to early intermediate level pianists. This might be considered similar to around Grade 1 to 3 of the British music examination syllabus standards.
Published in 2024, this volume encapsulates a whole host of ghostly and supernatural phenomena from around the world. It includes numerous mythical legends, characters and places. Some of these date back centuries. Every piece contains information about the subject and the ‘tale’ behind it.
Ghostly Piano Tales was recently shortlisted as a finalist at the 2024 Presto Music Awards and the volume won the ‘Best Printed Contemporary Sheet Music Prize’ at The Art of Piano Education Awards 2025.

Lucky Charms (80 Days Publishing) is a collection of 21 solo piano pieces. They are suitable for elementary level pianists, similar to around Grade 1 – 2 of the British music examination syllabus standards.
Published in 2023, these pieces represent an eclectic selection of different styles of music. The collection includes dreamy romantic and atmospheric numbers. It also features reflective numbers, upbeat lively pieces, and jazzy tunes.
