Bourrée in B minor

Georg L. Sothilander

BaroqueObscuresuiteB minorModerato2/2~2 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 3

About this piece

An obscure Baroque-style Bourrée that relies on minor-key tension to provide gravitas. The work is musically distinctive for its adherence to strict imitation and consistent dance rhythm.

Teacher notes

Pay close attention to the stylistic consistency of the bass line.

Technical focus

counterpointarticulationfinger-independence

Mood

energeticcontemplative

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bourrée in B minor by Georg L. Sothilander?

Bourrée in B minor 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 Bourrée in B minor?

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 Bourrée in B minor?

A typical performance of Bourrée in B minor lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bourrée in B minor?

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

What pieces are similar to Bourrée in B minor?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Piano Sonata No. 16 in C major by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alexander's Ragtime Band by Irving Berlin, Prelude in C major by Johann Sebastian Bach — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.