Question 1

How hard is Clementine by Barker Bradford?

Accepted Answer

Clementine is rated Henle level 1 of 9 — beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 1–2. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 2.

Question 2

What level do I need to play Clementine?

Accepted Answer

You should be comfortable at Henle level 1. 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 Clementine?

Accepted Answer

A typical performance of Clementine lasts about 1.5 minutes.

Question 4

Where can I get free sheet music for Clementine?

Accepted Answer

Clementine 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 Clementine?

Accepted Answer

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Arroz con leche by Wannes Vanderhoeven, By a Garden Gate by Percy Wenrich, .På holmen Herluf Trolle gik by Danish Folk Songs — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.