'Cause I Think and Awful Lot of You

F. Collis Wildman

ModernObscureromanceF majorAndante4/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 3

About this piece

An evocative parlor piece typical of early 20th-century sentimentality. It is distinguished by its simple, heartfelt melodic line and straightforward harmonic progression.

Teacher notes

Maintain consistent dynamic control throughout the phrasing to avoid sounding mechanical.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingvoicing

Mood

nostalgicintimate

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 'Cause I Think and Awful Lot of You by F. Collis Wildman?

'Cause I Think and Awful Lot of You 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 'Cause I Think and Awful Lot of You?

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 'Cause I Think and Awful Lot of You?

A typical performance of 'Cause I Think and Awful Lot of You lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 'Cause I Think and Awful Lot of You?

'Cause I Think and Awful Lot of You is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to 'Cause I Think and Awful Lot of You?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Für Elise by Ludwig van Beethoven, Prelude in E minor, No. 4 by Frédéric Chopin, As in a Rose Jar by Charles Wakefield Cadman — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.