Bregeiro (Tango Brésilienne)

Ernesto Nazareth

RomanticSpecialisttarantellaD majorAllegro2/4~3 min
H6
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

An alternative titling for the iconic work by Nazareth; it exemplifies the 'Tango Brasileiro' style. Its fusion of classical structure and popular regional dance rhythm remains highly influential.

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Teacher notes

Focus on the subtle nuances of the syncopation to avoid a mechanical sound.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmspeed-agilityarticulation

Mood

energeticelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bregeiro (Tango Brésilienne) by Ernesto Nazareth?

Bregeiro (Tango Brésilienne) is rated Henle level 6 of 9 — advanced repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 7–8. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play Bregeiro (Tango Brésilienne)?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 6 — meaning you can already play level 5–6 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 Bregeiro (Tango Brésilienne)?

A typical performance of Bregeiro (Tango Brésilienne) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bregeiro (Tango Brésilienne)?

Bregeiro (Tango Brésilienne) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.