Alleluja op. 54

Luca Spada

ModernObscurefantasyAdagio4/4~4 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

A more expansive composition by Spada, this work utilizes the full range of the piano to create dramatic harmonic tension. It is distinctive for its developmental approach to the short motivic ideas presented at the start.

Teacher notes

The player must manage large-span chords while maintaining a cohesive, singing melodic line.

Technical focus

voicingcantabilepedalingwide-span

Mood

dramaticpassionate

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Alleluja op. 54 by Luca Spada?

Alleluja op. 54 is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play Alleluja op. 54?

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 Alleluja op. 54?

A typical performance of Alleluja op. 54 lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Alleluja op. 54?

Alleluja op. 54 is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Alleluja op. 54?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Alleluja op. 53 by Luca Spada, Piano Sonata No. 8 'Pathétique' by Ludwig van Beethoven, Balada mexicana by Manuel Ponce — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.