11 Variations on 'Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen'

Johann Baptist Cramer

ClassicalKnowntheme-and-variationsC majorAllegro3/4~10 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 8ABRSM 7

About this piece

These variations are based on the aria 'Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen' from Mozart's 'The Magic Flute', not Beethoven. They showcase Cramer's characteristic Classical-era keyboard style with elegant passagework and melodic ornamentation.

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Teacher notes

Maintaining clarity and evenness in rapid scale passages and arpeggios is crucial.

Technical focus

finger-independencespeed-agilityarpeggiosarticulationalberti-bass

Mood

energeticbrilliantplayful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 11 Variations on 'Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen' by Johann Baptist Cramer?

11 Variations on 'Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen' is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 8.

What level do I need to play 11 Variations on 'Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen'?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 5 — meaning you can already play level 4–5 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

How long is 11 Variations on 'Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen'?

A typical performance of 11 Variations on 'Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen' lasts about 10 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 11 Variations on 'Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen'?

11 Variations on 'Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen' is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.