Berlín

Martín Sánchez Allú

RomanticObscurewaltz3/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 3

About this piece

A Spanish salon waltz composed by Martín Sánchez Allú, reflecting the provincial influence on 19th-century piano music. It is notable for its gentle, song-like melodies that evoke a sense of localized sentimentality.

Teacher notes

Pay close attention to phrase shaping and maintaining a singing tone in the upper voice.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmcantabileleft-hand-independence

Mood

nostalgiclyrical

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Berlín by Martín Sánchez Allú?

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

What level do I need to play Berlín?

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 Berlín?

A typical performance of Berlín lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Berlín?

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

What pieces are similar to Berlín?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include 'O sole mio by Eduardo Di Capua, Believe Me, If All those Endearing Young Charms by Irish Folk Music, Belle of the Ball by Leroy Anderson — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.