Bony sweet Robin, FVB 128

Giles Farnaby

BaroqueSpecialistsuiteG majorAllegro4/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

This is a quintessential Elizabethan keyboard set of variations found in the Fitzwilliam Virginal Book. It is distinctive for its intricate division-style variations typical of the English virginalist school.

Teacher notes

The primary challenge lies in maintaining consistent articulation and clean execution of period-appropriate ornaments.

Technical focus

ornamentationfinger-independencearticulation

Mood

playfulelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bony sweet Robin, FVB 128 by Giles Farnaby?

Bony sweet Robin, FVB 128 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 Bony sweet Robin, FVB 128?

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 Bony sweet Robin, FVB 128?

A typical performance of Bony sweet Robin, FVB 128 lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bony sweet Robin, FVB 128?

Bony sweet Robin, FVB 128 is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Bony sweet Robin, FVB 128?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include The Entertainer by Scott Joplin, Bach-bwv-anh-114 by Johann Sebastian Bach, Bach-anh-114 by Johann Sebastian Bach — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.