Błyskawiczny

Wanda TertilOp.6

ModernObscureetudePresto2/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 4

About this piece

Błyskawiczny, translating to 'Flash' or 'Lightning,' is a virtuosic miniature by Polish composer Wanda Tertil. It is characterized by its relentless motoric drive and rapid-fire textures.

Teacher notes

Master the light, even touch required for the high-speed sixteenth-note passages.

Technical focus

speed-agilityarticulationflowing-sixteenths

Mood

energeticbrilliant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Błyskawiczny (Op.6) by Wanda Tertil?

Błyskawiczny (Op.6) is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 5.

What level do I need to play Błyskawiczny?

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 Błyskawiczny?

A typical performance of Błyskawiczny (Op.6) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Błyskawiczny?

Błyskawiczny (Op.6) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Błyskawiczny?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Alexander's Ragtime Band by Irving Berlin, 'S Wonderful by George Gershwin, Solfegetto in C minor, H 220 by Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.