1AbAcAbA

Sergio Aarón Pérez

ModernObscurerondo4/4~4 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

1AbAcAbA is a contemporary experimental work utilizing a rondo-based formal structure to explore tonal ambiguity. It is distinctive for its rigorous use of recurring motifs that are transformed through varied harmonic contexts.

Teacher notes

The main challenge is maintaining a cohesive architectural flow through the changing sections of the rondo.

Technical focus

finger-independencearpeggiosdramatic-contrast

Mood

intellectualatmospheric

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 1AbAcAbA by Sergio Aarón Pérez?

1AbAcAbA is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play 1AbAcAbA?

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 1AbAcAbA?

A typical performance of 1AbAcAbA lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 1AbAcAbA?

1AbAcAbA is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to 1AbAcAbA?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include 102 by Sergio Aarón Pérez, 114 by Sergio Aarón Pérez, Blue Towers by Irving Gifford Fine — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.