Question 1

How hard is Concert Etude op26 by Alexander MacFadyen?

Accepted Answer

Concert Etude op26 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 10.

Question 2

What level do I need to play Concert Etude op26?

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 Concert Etude op26?

Accepted Answer

A typical performance of Concert Etude op26 lasts about 4 minutes.

Question 4

Where can I get free sheet music for Concert Etude op26?

Accepted Answer

Concert Etude op26 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 Concert Etude op26?

Accepted Answer

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp minor by Frédéric Chopin, Rhapsody in Blue (Solo Piano) by George Gershwin, 'I Got Rhythm' Variations by George Gershwin — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.