Bellone

Eugène KettererOp.242

RomanticObscureromanceE-flat majorAllegretto2/4~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 5

About this piece

Eugène Ketterer was a prolific composer of salon pieces, and Bellone demonstrates his typical skill in writing accessible, tuneful melodies. It is a work meant to showcase the pianist's singing tone and decorative facility.

Teacher notes

Focus on the balance between the ornate right-hand melody and the rhythmic stability of the left hand.

Technical focus

arpeggioscantabilepedalingvoicing

Mood

eleganttender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bellone (Op.242) by Eugène Ketterer?

Bellone (Op.242) 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 Bellone?

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 Bellone?

A typical performance of Bellone (Op.242) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bellone?

Bellone (Op.242) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Bellone?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Bohêma by Eugène Ketterer, Ballade by Eugène Ketterer, Caprice hongrois by Eugène Ketterer — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.