Allegro in E major

Franz SchubertD.154

RomanticKnownsonataE majorAllegro4/4~4 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 8ABRSM 8

About this piece

Schubert's Allegro D.154 is a spirited early work that, while not as frequently performed as his later sonatas, showcases his burgeoning melodic genius and dramatic flair.

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Teacher notes

The challenge lies in balancing the virtuosic runs with expressive phrasing and the use of rubato.

Technical focus

speed-agilityfinger-independencearpeggiosrubato

Mood

energeticpassionatedramatic

Your status

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Allegro in E major (D.154) by Franz Schubert?

Allegro in E major (D.154) is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 8.

What level do I need to play Allegro in E major?

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 Allegro in E major?

A typical performance of Allegro in E major (D.154) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Allegro in E major?

Allegro in E major (D.154) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.