Blue Bojangles

Anish Dhanrajani

ModernObscureetudeAllegro4/4~3 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 5

About this piece

This is a rhythmic and syncopated contemporary piece for piano. It is characterized by its driving beat and use of modern pop-jazz influences.

Teacher notes

Focus on rhythmic stability and maintaining the pulse during syncopated passages.

Technical focus

speed-agilityarticulation

Mood

energeticplayful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Blue Bojangles by Anish Dhanrajani?

Blue Bojangles is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 6.

What level do I need to play Blue Bojangles?

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 Blue Bojangles?

A typical performance of Blue Bojangles lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Blue Bojangles?

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

What pieces are similar to Blue Bojangles?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Blue Bossa Solo by Anish Dhanrajani, 12 Variations on "Ah vous dirais-je, Maman" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alexander's Ragtime Band by Irving Berlin — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.