Cadenzas to Mozart's Piano Concerto No.13

Jeff Manookian

ModernObscurefantasyAllegro4/4~3 min
H7
Henle (estimated)
RCM 10ABRSM 8

About this piece

These cadenzas serve as virtuosic interpolations for Mozart's 13th concerto, reflecting a modern composer's perspective on Classical style. They are distinctive for their expanded harmonic language and idiomatic keyboard layout that tests advanced technical facility.

Teacher notes

Maintain a clear, articulated touch that balances Mozartian elegance with the heightened technical demands of modern cadenza writing.

Technical focus

speed-agilityarpeggiosarticulationvoicing

Mood

brilliantenergetic

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Cadenzas to Mozart's Piano Concerto No.13 by Jeff Manookian?

Cadenzas to Mozart's Piano Concerto No.13 is rated Henle level 7 of 9 — late advanced repertoire, roughly ABRSM grade 8 and above. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 10.

What level do I need to play Cadenzas to Mozart's Piano Concerto No.13?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 7 — meaning you can already play level 6–7 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 Cadenzas to Mozart's Piano Concerto No.13?

A typical performance of Cadenzas to Mozart's Piano Concerto No.13 lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Cadenzas to Mozart's Piano Concerto No.13?

Cadenzas to Mozart's Piano Concerto No.13 is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

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Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Cadenzas to Mozart's Piano Concerto No.17 by Jeff Manookian, Cadenzas to Beethoven's Piano Concerto No.1 by Jeff Manookian, Caminos Argentinos by Jeff Manookian — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.