Allegro

Johann Nepomuk Hummel

ClassicalSpecialistsonataC majorAllegro4/4~2 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

This Allegro is a typical pedagogical sonata-form movement from the Classical era. It is characterized by clear textures and the use of the ubiquitous Alberti bass common in Hummel's earlier teaching works.

Teacher notes

The primary challenge is maintaining an even, light articulation in the left hand while projecting the melodic clarity in the right.

Technical focus

alberti-bassarticulationfinger-independencespeed-agility

Mood

energeticelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Allegro by Johann Nepomuk Hummel?

Allegro 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 Allegro?

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 Allegro?

A typical performance of Allegro lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Allegro?

Allegro is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Allegro?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Andantino in A-flat major by Johann Nepomuk Hummel, Assembly Waltz by Johann Nepomuk Hummel, Piano Sonata No. 16 in C major by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.