Beija-flor, IEN 52

Ernesto Nazareth

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

About this piece

This appears to be another arrangement or version of Ernesto Nazareth's 'Beija-Flor,' characterized by its graceful melody and the infectious rhythm of the Brazilian tango. Its musical appeal lies in its melodic sweetness and engaging rhythmic drive.

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Teacher notes

Requires a sensitive handling of dynamics and a clear differentiation between melody and accompaniment.

Technical focus

rubatocantabileflowing-sixteenthsarticulation

Mood

lyricalgentletender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Beija-flor, IEN 52 by Ernesto Nazareth?

Beija-flor, IEN 52 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 52?

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 52?

A typical performance of Beija-flor, IEN 52 lasts about 3.5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Beija-flor, IEN 52?

Beija-flor, IEN 52 is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.