Allegro di Bravura

Charles MayerOp.102

RomanticObscurefantasyD majorAllegro4/4~8 min
H7
Henle (estimated)
RCM 10ABRSM 8

About this piece

Charles Mayer was known for his vast output of character pieces; this work serves as an exemplar of the 'bravura' style prevalent in the mid-19th century. It emphasizes rapid scale work and decorative passagework.

Teacher notes

The primary challenge is ensuring finger clarity and evenness in the rapid running passages.

Technical focus

speed-agilityarpeggiosoctave-runsfinger-independencearticulation

Mood

brilliantelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Allegro di Bravura (Op.102) by Charles Mayer?

Allegro di Bravura (Op.102) is rated Henle level 7 of 9 — late advanced repertoire, roughly ABRSM grade 8 and above. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 10.

What level do I need to play Allegro di Bravura?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 7 — meaning you can already play level 6–7 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 Allegro di Bravura?

A typical performance of Allegro di Bravura (Op.102) lasts about 8 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Allegro di Bravura?

Allegro di Bravura (Op.102) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Allegro di Bravura?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include 10 Variations on "Unser dummer Pöbel meint" for Piano in G Major by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, 10 Variations on 'Unser dummer Pöbel meint' by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Italian Concerto in F major by Johann Sebastian Bach — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.