Question 1

How hard is Concert Paraphrase of Rigoletto, by Verdi (S.434) by Franz Liszt?

Accepted Answer

Concert Paraphrase of Rigoletto, by Verdi (S.434) is rated Henle level 8 of 9 — concert repertoire, roughly diploma level. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 10.

Question 2

What level do I need to play Concert Paraphrase of Rigoletto, by Verdi?

Accepted Answer

You should be comfortable at Henle level 8 — meaning you can already play level 7–8 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 Paraphrase of Rigoletto, by Verdi?

Accepted Answer

A typical performance of Concert Paraphrase of Rigoletto, by Verdi (S.434) lasts about 8 minutes.

Question 4

Where can I get free sheet music for Concert Paraphrase of Rigoletto, by Verdi?

Accepted Answer

Concert Paraphrase of Rigoletto, by Verdi (S.434) 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 Paraphrase of Rigoletto, by Verdi?

Accepted Answer

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Concert Paraphrase of Rigoletto by Franz Liszt, Concert Paraphrase Rigoletto S434 by Franz Liszt, Rhapsodie espagnole by Franz Liszt — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.