Bittet, so wird euch gegeben, TWV 1:128

Georg Philipp Telemann

BaroqueSpecialistpreludeD minorAllegro3/4~2.5 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

Telemann's 'Bittet, so wird euch gegeben, TWV 1:128' is another prelude from 'Harmonischer Gottes-Dienst,' exhibiting Baroque contrapuntal textures and a driving, energetic character. It demands precise execution of its intricate figuration.

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Teacher notes

Develop evenness of touch and control over rapid passagework, paying attention to the interplay between the melodic and harmonic elements.

Technical focus

counterpointfinger-independencearticulationspeed-agility

Mood

energeticbrilliantprecise

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bittet, so wird euch gegeben, TWV 1:128 by Georg Philipp Telemann?

Bittet, so wird euch gegeben, TWV 1:128 is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play Bittet, so wird euch gegeben, TWV 1:128?

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.

How long is Bittet, so wird euch gegeben, TWV 1:128?

A typical performance of Bittet, so wird euch gegeben, TWV 1:128 lasts about 2.5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bittet, so wird euch gegeben, TWV 1:128?

Bittet, so wird euch gegeben, TWV 1:128 is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.