Albumblatt für Frau Betty Schott

Wilhelm Richard WagnerOp.108

RomanticSpecialistromanceE-flat majorSehr ruhig3/4~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

Published as Op. 108, this is perhaps Wagner's most substantial standalone piano work. It is a highly expressive, song-like piece that bridges the gap between salon music and genuine character study.

Teacher notes

The main challenge is maintaining a sustained melodic line over a complex, shifting accompaniment pattern.

Technical focus

cantabilerubatovoicinglayered-texture

Mood

lyricalnostalgicserene

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Albumblatt für Frau Betty Schott (Op.108) by Wilhelm Richard Wagner?

Albumblatt für Frau Betty Schott (Op.108) is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play Albumblatt für Frau Betty Schott?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 4 — meaning you can already play level 3–4 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 Albumblatt für Frau Betty Schott?

A typical performance of Albumblatt für Frau Betty Schott (Op.108) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Albumblatt für Frau Betty Schott?

Albumblatt für Frau Betty Schott (Op.108) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Albumblatt für Frau Betty Schott?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Albumblatt für Frau Betty Schott, WWV108 by Wilhelm Richard Wagner, Berceuse by Georges Bizet, Berceuse sur le nom de Gabriel Fauré by Maurice Ravel — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.