Bilirubina

Alessandro Grego

ModernObscuretoccata
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 8ABRSM 7

About this piece

Bilirubina is a contemporary work that utilizes modern harmonic language and percussive piano writing. It is characterized by its rhythmic vitality and sharp, angular motivic development.

Teacher notes

The piece requires a high level of speed and agility, alongside crisp articulation to emphasize the modernist, angular themes.

Technical focus

speed-agilitydramatic-contrastarticulation

Mood

energeticbrilliant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bilirubina by Alessandro Grego?

Bilirubina is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 8.

What level do I need to play Bilirubina?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 5 — meaning you can already play level 4–5 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bilirubina?

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

What pieces are similar to Bilirubina?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Alexander's Ragtime Band by Irving Berlin, 'S Wonderful by George Gershwin, Rondo capriccioso in E major by Felix Mendelssohn — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.