Der Nunnen tantz

Hans Neusiedler

BaroqueSpecialistsuiteD minorAllegroC~1 min

About this piece

Hans Neusiedler was a major German lutenist of the Renaissance period. This dance piece translates effectively to the keyboard with its clear contrapuntal structure and rhythmic drive.

What makes it challenging

At Henle 4 this is an intermediate piece that expects secure technique and real attention to phrasing. The main demands: independent voices that must each sing on their own line; precise articulation — the difference between crisp and blurred is the piece; and ornaments that need to sound effortless, not squeezed in.

Teacher notes

Maintain non-legato articulation characteristic of early keyboard and lute music.

Technical focus

counterpointarticulationornamentation

Mood

elegantprecise

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Der Nunnen tantz by Hans Neusiedler?

Der Nunnen tantz is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 4.

What level do I need to play Der Nunnen tantz?

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.

How long is Der Nunnen tantz?

A typical performance of Der Nunnen tantz lasts about 1 minute.

Where can I get free sheet music for Der Nunnen tantz?

Der Nunnen tantz is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Der Nunnen tantz?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Piano Sonata No. 16 in C major by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alegretto by Franz Schubert, Partita No. 1 in B-flat major by Johann Sebastian Bach — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.