Dance in B minor, CCW42

Samuel Labrecque

ModernObscureromanceB minor~2 min

About this piece

This B minor dance is a modern work that utilizes modal coloring. It is notable for its rhythmic clarity and modest technical requirements.

What makes it challenging

At Henle 3 this is a late-beginner piece — comfortable hands-together playing is assumed, and musical shaping starts to matter. The main demands: a left hand with real melodic or rhythmic responsibility of its own; a true singing tone, with the melody floating above the accompaniment; and precise articulation — the difference between crisp and blurred is the piece.

Teacher notes

Pay close attention to the balance between the melodic voice and the accompaniment.

Technical focus

left-hand-independencecantabilearticulation

Mood

melancholicpassionate

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Dance in B minor, CCW42 by Samuel Labrecque?

Dance in B minor, CCW42 is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 5.

What level do I need to play Dance in B minor, CCW42?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 3 — meaning you can already play level 2–3 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

How long is Dance in B minor, CCW42?

A typical performance of Dance in B minor, CCW42 lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Dance in B minor, CCW42?

Dance in B minor, CCW42 is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Dance in B minor, CCW42?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Dance in B minor by Samuel Labrecque, Dance in A minor, CCW55 by Samuel Labrecque, Dance in A minor by Samuel Labrecque — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.