Ballett

Heinrich Scheidemann

BaroqueObscuresuiteC major4/4~2 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 4

About this piece

This Ballett by Scheidemann reflects the North German school's sophisticated approach to early keyboard dance forms. It is distinguished by its contrapuntal clarity and idiomatic early-Baroque ornamentation.

Teacher notes

Performers must navigate the historical performance practice requirements including appropriate articulation of the inner voices.

Technical focus

counterpointornamentationarticulation

Mood

elegantintellectual

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Ballett by Heinrich Scheidemann?

Ballett 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 Ballett?

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 Ballett?

A typical performance of Ballett lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Ballett?

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

What pieces are similar to Ballett?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Keyboard Sonata in E-flat major by Joseph Haydn, Caprice et Sonate by Johann Wilhelm Hässler, Caprice et Sonate by Johann Wilhelm Hässler — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.