Beija-flor, IEN 4

Ernesto Nazareth

RomanticSpecialistE-flat majorAndante2/4~3.5 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4

About this piece

This is another instance of Ernesto Nazareth's popular 'Beija-Flor,' likely differing slightly in arrangement or performance tradition. It retains the piece's signature lyrical quality and Brazilian tango character, offering a charming and melodious experience.

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Teacher notes

Emphasize the expressive melodic line and the nuanced rhythmic interpretation.

Technical focus

rubatocantabileflowing-sixteenthsarticulation

Mood

lyricalgentletender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Beija-flor, IEN 4 by Ernesto Nazareth?

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

What level do I need to play Beija-flor, IEN 4?

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 Beija-flor, IEN 4?

A typical performance of Beija-flor, IEN 4 lasts about 3.5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Beija-flor, IEN 4?

Beija-flor, IEN 4 is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.