Mozart explores complex contrapuntal writing through canons at the sixth and seventh, demonstrating his deep study of Bach and Handel. It is a highly structured exercise that balances rigorous theory with distinct melodic charm.
Ensure the character of the intervals is maintained precisely throughout the imitative sequences.
Canon alla sesta e alla settima is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 6.
You should be comfortable at Henle level 5 — meaning you can already play level 4–5 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.
A typical performance of Canon alla sesta e alla settima lasts about 3 minutes.
Canon alla sesta e alla settima is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.