Allegretto

Franz SchubertD.900

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

About this piece

This Allegretto by Schubert, D.900, is a beautifully crafted piano piece that exemplifies his intimate and lyrical style. Its delicate melodic lines and subtle harmonic shifts create a sense of gentle contemplation.

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Teacher notes

Pay close attention to dynamic nuances and the shaping of melodic phrases.

Technical focus

cantabilevoicingrubato

Mood

lyricalgentlecontemplative

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Allegretto (D.900) by Franz Schubert?

Allegretto (D.900) 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 Allegretto?

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 Allegretto?

A typical performance of Allegretto (D.900) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Allegretto?

Allegretto (D.900) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.