Brisas

Antonio de la CruzOp.197

RomanticObscureromanceModerato3/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

This piece is a characteristic example of Spanish salon music from the turn of the century. It features a simple yet evocative melodic structure designed to elicit a sense of nostalgia.

Teacher notes

Mastering the use of the sustaining pedal to connect harmonic shifts is essential.

Technical focus

cantabilerubatopedaling

Mood

melancholictender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Brisas (Op.197) by Antonio de la Cruz?

Brisas (Op.197) 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 Brisas?

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 Brisas?

A typical performance of Brisas (Op.197) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Brisas?

Brisas (Op.197) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Brisas?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Ballata by Antonio de la Cruz, Butterfly Lovers by Shuwen Zhang, Berceuse du petit soldat blessé by Cécile Chaminade — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.