Amanda

Victor Robillard

RomanticObscurewaltzA-flat majorTempo di Valse3/4~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 5

About this piece

Victor Robillard’s 'Amanda' is a graceful waltz that showcases the composer's ability to create atmosphere within the confines of salon dance music. The work is notable for its shifts between intimacy and moderate brilliance.

Teacher notes

Work on the subtle application of rubato to convey the nostalgic character of the main theme.

Technical focus

rubatocantabilevoicingpedaling

Mood

nostalgicintimate

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Amanda by Victor Robillard?

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

What level do I need to play Amanda?

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 Amanda?

A typical performance of Amanda lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Amanda?

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

What pieces are similar to Amanda?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Für Elise by Ludwig van Beethoven, Prelude in E minor, No. 4 by Frédéric Chopin, As in a Rose Jar by Charles Wakefield Cadman — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.