Bric-a-brac

Soni Petrovski

RomanticObscureromanceC majorAllegro2/4~3 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 3

About this piece

This is a minor salon piece likely written for amateur entertainment in the late 19th century. Its charm lies in its simple, straightforward structure and lighthearted character typical of the period.

Teacher notes

Focus on maintaining a crisp articulation and even touch throughout the Alberti bass patterns.

Technical focus

articulationfinger-independencealberti-bass

Mood

playfulelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bric-a-brac by Soni Petrovski?

Bric-a-brac is rated Henle level 2 of 9 — beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 2–3. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 3.

What level do I need to play Bric-a-brac?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 2 — meaning you can already play level 1–2 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 Bric-a-brac?

A typical performance of Bric-a-brac lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bric-a-brac?

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

What pieces are similar to Bric-a-brac?

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