Blue Mosaics

Robert G. Patterson

ModernObscurearabesqueModerato4/4~4 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

Blue Mosaics is a contemporary solo work utilizing fragmented musical ideas to build a cohesive soundscape. It is distinguished by its interplay between light, rapid textures and sustained sonorities.

Teacher notes

The main difficulty lies in executing the rapid shifts in registration while maintaining an even, mosaic-like texture.

Technical focus

speed-agilityarpeggiosarticulation

Mood

atmosphericmysterious

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Blue Mosaics by Robert G. Patterson?

Blue Mosaics 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 Blue Mosaics?

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 Blue Mosaics?

A typical performance of Blue Mosaics lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Blue Mosaics?

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

What pieces are similar to Blue Mosaics?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Gymnopédie No. 1 by Erik Satie, La cathédrale engloutie by Claude Debussy, Gnossienne No. 1 by Erik Satie — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.