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Piano Repertoire: Level 7 (In Progress)

  • Course
  • 11 Lessons

This course provides students with training on piano repertoire at the intermediate level. These pieces are generally longer, faster, or more musically sophisticated compared to repertoire found in the lower levels. Many pieces also require the use of the damper pedal.
Requires Academy Enrollment

Contents

Course Instructions & Sheet Music

1. Gurlitt "Impromptu"

This is a somewhat unusual piece that sounds more difficult than it is. Although it can be challenging at times, it's also fairly short with repetitive sections.

Difficulty = Moderate

Lesson on "Impromptu"
Slow Practice Demonstration for "Impromptu"
Performance Example for "Impromptu"

2. Bach "Invention in F Major"

The Bach inventions are an important part of any aspiring pianist's repertoire. Despite being very technical, this invention is among the most accessible of all inventions.

Difficulty = Somewhat Challenging

Lesson on "Invention in F"
Slow Practice Demonstration for "Invention in F"
Performance Example for "Invention in F"

3. Beethoven "Sonata in G Major"

Beethoven's Sonata No. 20 (Op. 49 No. 2) is widely considered to be the best choice for any pianist's first sonata. Compared to typical sonatinas, this sonata is generally longer and more technical. However, it's also the most accessible among all Beethoven sonatas.

Difficulty = Challenging

Lesson on "Sonata" (Beethoven)
Slow Practice for "Sonata" (Beethoven)
Performance Example for "Sonata" (Beethoven)

4. Chopin "Waltz in A Minor"

The posthumously published "Waltz in A Minor" is widely considered to the be preferred entry into the Chopin waltzes by many teachers. Outside of one specific difficult run, this piece is very accessible and rewards practice time very well.

Difficulty = Moderate

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