'A nepota 'e don Camillo

Guido Taranto

RomanticObscureromanceG majorAllegretto2/4~2 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 3

About this piece

Guido Taranto's composition is a character piece that captures a narrative essence through its lively rhythmic patterns and major-key brightness. It is noted for its ability to convey a sense of 'storytelling' through simple melodic motifs.

Teacher notes

Practice achieving crisp, even articulation in both hands to maintain the light character of the work.

Technical focus

articulationleft-hand-independencefinger-independence

Mood

playfulelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 'A nepota 'e don Camillo by Guido Taranto?

'A nepota 'e don Camillo 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 'A nepota 'e don Camillo?

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 nepota 'e don Camillo?

A typical performance of 'A nepota 'e don Camillo lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 'A nepota 'e don Camillo?

'A nepota 'e don Camillo is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to 'A nepota 'e don Camillo?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include 'A buscia by Guido Taranto, 'A femmena by Guido Taranto, The Entertainer by Scott Joplin — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.