Bonita como eu só...

Carlos T. de Carvalho

RomanticObscureromance2/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

This piece by Carlos T. de Carvalho reflects the Brazilian salon style that integrates European romantic tropes with local sentimental character. It relies on a flowing, vocal-like melodic line typical of the genre.

Teacher notes

Pay close attention to the stylistic rhythmic nuances in the left-hand accompanying figures.

Technical focus

left-hand-independencearticulation

Mood

nostalgiclyrical

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bonita como eu só... by Carlos T. de Carvalho?

Bonita como eu só... is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 4.

What level do I need to play Bonita como eu só...?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 3 — meaning you can already play level 2–3 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 Bonita como eu só...?

A typical performance of Bonita como eu só... lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bonita como eu só...?

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

What pieces are similar to Bonita como eu só...?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include 21 de abril by Carlos T. de Carvalho, Amar... só a ti by Carlos T. de Carvalho, 1914 by Carlos T. de Carvalho — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.