1916

Carlos T. de Carvalho

ModernObscurewaltzF major2/4~2 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 3

About this piece

This piece by Carlos T. de Carvalho reflects the salon music tradition of Brazil in the early 20th century. It is characterized by a charming, light-hearted melodic contour typical of regional dance influences.

Teacher notes

Maintain light articulation in the left hand to allow the melody to sparkle.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmarticulationfinger-independence

Mood

elegantplayful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 1916 by Carlos T. de Carvalho?

1916 is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 3.

What level do I need to play 1916?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 3 — meaning you can already play level 2–3 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 1916?

A typical performance of 1916 lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 1916?

1916 is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to 1916?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Boliçosa by Carlos T. de Carvalho, Amor as escondidas by Carlos T. de Carvalho, Beija-flor mazurka by Carlos T. de Carvalho — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.