Canon 4-voice ascending 6th in B minor

Jun Yamamoto

ModernObscureinventionB minor~2 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

This is a contemporary contrapuntal work written in the form of a strict canon. It is distinctive for its systematic use of the ascending sixth interval within the polyphonic structure.

Teacher notes

The primary challenge is maintaining clarity and evenness in the voice leading between the four independent melodic lines.

Technical focus

counterpointfinger-independencearticulation

Mood

intellectualcontemplative

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Canon 4-voice ascending 6th in B minor by Jun Yamamoto?

Canon 4-voice ascending 6th in B minor 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 Canon 4-voice ascending 6th in B minor?

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 Canon 4-voice ascending 6th in B minor?

A typical performance of Canon 4-voice ascending 6th in B minor lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Canon 4-voice ascending 6th in B minor?

Canon 4-voice ascending 6th in B minor is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Canon 4-voice ascending 6th in B minor?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Binary Star by Jun Yamamoto, Canon 3-voice in A major by Jun Yamamoto, 'Werde munter, mein Gemüte' by Johann Sebastian Bach — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.