Question 1

How hard is Cochichando by Carlos T. de Carvalho?

Accepted Answer

Cochichando 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.

Question 2

What level do I need to play Cochichando?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

How long is Cochichando?

Accepted Answer

A typical performance of Cochichando lasts about 2 minutes.

Question 4

Where can I get free sheet music for Cochichando?

Accepted Answer

Cochichando 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 Cochichando?

Accepted Answer

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include 12 Variations on "Ah vous dirais-je, Maman" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alexander's Ragtime Band by Irving Berlin, Waltz in D-flat major, No. 1 by Frédéric Chopin — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.