Broke Dance Intermezzi C

Mark AlburgerOp.299

ModernObscureintermezzo~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 4

About this piece

As part of the C-set in this opus, this intermezzo features rapid note groupings that challenge standard classical technique. It is distinguished by its playful treatment of dissonant intervals.

Teacher notes

Focus on the evenness of the sixteenth-note passages to maintain the desired flow.

Technical focus

finger-independencearticulationvoicingflowing-sixteenths

Mood

playfulintellectual

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Broke Dance Intermezzi C (Op.299) by Mark Alburger?

Broke Dance Intermezzi C (Op.299) is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 5.

What level do I need to play Broke Dance Intermezzi C?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 4 — meaning you can already play level 3–4 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 Broke Dance Intermezzi C?

A typical performance of Broke Dance Intermezzi C (Op.299) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Broke Dance Intermezzi C?

Broke Dance Intermezzi C (Op.299) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Broke Dance Intermezzi C?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Broke Dance Intermezzi G by Mark Alburger, Broke Dance Intermezzi H by Mark Alburger, Broke Dance Intermezzi N by Mark Alburger — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.