Adagio et rondo concertant

Franz SchubertD.487

RomanticWell-knownD minorAdagio2/4~8 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 7

About this piece

Schubert's Adagio et rondo concertant D.487 is a beautiful piece that contrasts a deeply expressive, lyrical Adagio with a more energetic and virtuosic Rondo.

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Teacher notes

Mastering the dynamic range and achieving a singing tone in the Adagio while executing the Rondo's rapid passages accurately is key.

Technical focus

cantabilevoicingpedalingrubatodramatic-contrast

Mood

lyricaldramaticcontemplative

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Adagio et rondo concertant (D.487) by Franz Schubert?

Adagio et rondo concertant (D.487) 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 Adagio et rondo concertant?

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 Adagio et rondo concertant?

A typical performance of Adagio et rondo concertant (D.487) lasts about 8 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Adagio et rondo concertant?

Adagio et rondo concertant (D.487) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.