'A bella d''e belle

Vincenzo Di Chiara

RomanticObscurewaltzA majorAndante3/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

This lighthearted work is emblematic of the Neapolitan song culture of the early 20th century. It features a sweeping, emotive melody supported by traditional harmonic structures.

Teacher notes

The expressive use of rubato is essential for capturing the vocal nuances of the original melody.

Technical focus

cantabilerubatowaltz-rhythm

Mood

tenderelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 'A bella d''e belle by Vincenzo Di Chiara?

'A bella d''e belle is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 4.

What level do I need to play 'A bella d''e belle?

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 'A bella d''e belle?

A typical performance of 'A bella d''e belle lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 'A bella d''e belle?

'A bella d''e belle is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to 'A bella d''e belle?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include 'O marito by Vincenzo Di Chiara, 'E zzite cuntignose by Vincenzo Di Chiara, 'A tossa by Vincenzo Di Chiara — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.