I am putting together my program for the LRSM (piano performance) So far I've selected Scarlatti sonatas, a Haydn sonata and a Brahms Capriccio, all from the Syllabus. I'm looking for something 20th century, with an American twist for the finale. My teacher has suggested parts, or all of the Colour Suite by the British composer Madeline Dring. I love these pieces. They're a bit jazzy and not too challenging. However, I'm concerned that the level of difficulty is not up to LRSM. I don't want to lose points because the music was too easy.

I'm hoping that some of you know these pieces and can give an opinion. Many thanks.

I'm afraid I don't know the suite you are referring to; the only piece I have experienced by Madeline Dring was one of her songs which I had to accompany recently for a pupil! I have to say that I loved the music, and I would imagine that the piano suite would be very suitable in style and mood to finish your recital.
My feeling would be that, even if the music seems a little below the technical standard required, then it would still be possible to play and interpret the music to LRSM standard. However, these are only my thoughts and it would be worth getting the views of more experienced forum members before deciding!
(Also worth considering might be Barber's piano music eg. 'Souvenirs' or Excursions' and York Bowen's Preludes)

I am sure that if you play the Scarlatti sonatas, Haydn sonata and Brahms Capriccio well enough you'll have convinced the examiners that you can handle the LRSM requirements for dexterity. So the technical dificulty of your own choice piece should be less important.

[But having said that, I've played safe and have chosen my entire LRSM programme from the lists! My short, contrasting pieces to end the recital - fulfilling the same function as your Medeline Dring, are two of Ireland's "London Pieces"]

Best wishes

Many thanks to all of you for your comments. Very helpful indeed.

I live in an area (smallish city in the US) where few have heard of ABRSM so I find it especially helpful to have this forum to use as a sounding board. Everyone here is so encouraging and helpful. It's just great. A thank-you to all who post questions and those who respond.

Is there a link anywhere on the web to a performance or recording of these? (I couldn't find one but I'm not all that good at searching!)

I purchased my copy through Amazon.com in the US, from one of their private Marketplace vendors. I notice that right now there is only one very expensive copy. A less expensive way is to buy directly from the record company at www.cambriamus.com Look in the Jazz section. In addition to the piano performance of the suite, there's also included on the recording several pieces from the suite played by a jazz combo. Happy hunting.