Au Tsar !

V. Timon

RomanticObscureromanceAllegretto2/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 3

About this piece

This is a rare salon piece by V. Timon, typical of the late 19th-century repertoire. It features a straightforward melodic line supported by simple harmonic accompaniment.

Teacher notes

The main challenge is maintaining a consistent rhythmic pulse while phrasing the melody clearly.

Technical focus

articulationcantabileleft-hand-independence

Mood

elegantnarrative

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Au Tsar ! by V. Timon?

Au Tsar ! is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 3.

What level do I need to play Au Tsar !?

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 Au Tsar !?

A typical performance of Au Tsar ! lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Au Tsar !?

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

What pieces are similar to Au Tsar !?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Bolero by César Antonovich Cui, Bolero by César Cui, Bluebells of Scotland by Jules Egghard — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.