Caprice et variations pour le pianoforte

Friedrich Wilhelm Haack

ClassicalObscurecapricevariations~9 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

This set of variations serves as an exploration of keyboard color and texture typical of late 18th and early 19th-century pedagogical and concert repertoire. It is a work of moderate difficulty that highlights classical grace.

Teacher notes

The challenge lies in balancing the varying dynamic levels between the decorative runs and the underlying harmonic structure.

Technical focus

arpeggiosornamentationvoicingflowing-sixteenths

Mood

elegantlyrical

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Caprice et variations pour le pianoforte by Friedrich Wilhelm Haack?

Caprice et variations pour le pianoforte is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play Caprice et variations pour le pianoforte?

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.

How long is Caprice et variations pour le pianoforte?

A typical performance of Caprice et variations pour le pianoforte lasts about 9 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Caprice et variations pour le pianoforte?

Caprice et variations pour le pianoforte is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Caprice et variations pour le pianoforte?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Piano Sonata No. 11 in A major by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Andante favori by Ludwig van Beethoven, 16 Waltzes by Johannes Brahms — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.