Bohémienne

Olivier Métra

RomanticObscurewaltzAllegretto3/4~3 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 5

About this piece

Olivier Métra, known for his dance music, writes with a clear sense of orchestral color adapted for the piano. This work is characterized by its light, dance-like textures and clear rhythmic pulse.

Teacher notes

Keep the left-hand waltz bass light to emphasize the gracefulness of the theme.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmarticulationvoicing

Mood

elegantplayful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bohémienne by Olivier Métra?

Bohémienne 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 Bohémienne?

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 Bohémienne?

A typical performance of Bohémienne lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bohémienne?

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

What pieces are similar to Bohémienne?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include The Entertainer by Scott Joplin, 12 Variations on "Ah vous dirais-je, Maman" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Piano Sonata No. 11 in A major by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.