Question 1

How hard is Cold October (Op.5) by Edgar Girtain IV?

Accepted Answer

Cold October (Op.5) is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 6.

Question 2

What level do I need to play Cold October?

Accepted Answer

You should be comfortable at Henle level 4 — meaning you can already play level 3–4 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 Cold October?

Accepted Answer

A typical performance of Cold October (Op.5) lasts about 4 minutes.

Question 4

Where can I get free sheet music for Cold October?

Accepted Answer

Cold October (Op.5) 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 Cold October?

Accepted Answer

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Choric Song of the Lotos Eaters by Edgar Girtain IV, Canción del Destino by Edgar Girtain IV, Canción del Destino (Song of Fate) by Edgar Girtain IV — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.