Question 1

How hard is Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue in E minor by Gary Bachlund?

Accepted Answer

Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue in E minor 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 9.

Question 2

What level do I need to play Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue in E minor?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

How long is Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue in E minor?

Accepted Answer

A typical performance of Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue in E minor lasts about 8 minutes.

Question 4

Where can I get free sheet music for Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue in E minor?

Accepted Answer

Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue in E minor is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

Question 5

What pieces are similar to Chromatic Fantasia and Fugue in E minor?

Accepted Answer

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Chorale Variations and Fugue on 'Men varföre gråta' by Gary Bachlund, Ballade and Fugue in D by Gary Bachlund, Chromatic Passacaglia and Fugue by Gary Bachlund — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.