14 Variations on 'A Schüsserl und a Reindl'

Carl August Cannabich

ClassicalObscuretheme-and-variations2/4~5 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 4

About this piece

Carl August Cannabich utilizes a folk-like theme as the basis for these variations, typical of the late 18th-century divertimento style. Its charm lies in the simplicity of the melodic transformation.

Teacher notes

Focus on the crispness of the staccato articulations and maintaining a steady pulse.

Technical focus

articulationfinger-independencealberti-bass

Mood

playfulelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 14 Variations on 'A Schüsserl und a Reindl' by Carl August Cannabich?

14 Variations on 'A Schüsserl und a Reindl' is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 5.

What level do I need to play 14 Variations on 'A Schüsserl und a Reindl'?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 4 — meaning you can already play level 3–4 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 14 Variations on 'A Schüsserl und a Reindl'?

A typical performance of 14 Variations on 'A Schüsserl und a Reindl' lasts about 5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 14 Variations on 'A Schüsserl und a Reindl'?

14 Variations on 'A Schüsserl und a Reindl' is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to 14 Variations on 'A Schüsserl und a Reindl'?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include The Entertainer by Scott Joplin, 12 Variations on "Ah vous dirais-je, Maman" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Piano Sonata No. 11 in A major by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.