Allons-y Chochotte

Erik Satie

ModernSpecialistromanceC majorModéré2/4~2 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 5

About this piece

This is a brief, witty piece by Satie showcasing his minimalist harmonic language. It is distinctive for its whimsical title and characteristically detached, conversational musical phrasing.

Teacher notes

Maintain a strict, non-sentimental tone while carefully managing the subtle harmonic shifts.

Technical focus

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Mood

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Allons-y Chochotte by Erik Satie?

Allons-y Chochotte is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 6.

What level do I need to play Allons-y Chochotte?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 4 — meaning you can already play level 3–4 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 Allons-y Chochotte?

A typical performance of Allons-y Chochotte lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Allons-y Chochotte?

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

What pieces are similar to Allons-y Chochotte?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Gymnopédie No. 1 by Erik Satie, Gymnopédie No. 2 by Erik Satie, Gymnopédie No. 3 by Erik Satie — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.