'O sfaticato

Eduardo Galgani

RomanticObscureromanceC majorModerato2/4~3 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 2

About this piece

This piece displays the lighter side of 19th-century Italian salon piano music. Its structure relies on simple harmonic progressions and straightforward, melodic repetition.

Teacher notes

Maintain consistent tempo and articulation throughout the Alberti bass patterns.

Technical focus

articulationalberti-basscantabile

Mood

playfulelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 'O sfaticato by Eduardo Galgani?

'O sfaticato is rated Henle level 2 of 9 — beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 2–3. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 3.

What level do I need to play 'O sfaticato?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 2 — meaning you can already play level 1–2 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 'O sfaticato?

A typical performance of 'O sfaticato lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 'O sfaticato?

'O sfaticato is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to 'O sfaticato?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Bach-bwv-anh-114 by Johann Sebastian Bach, Bach-anh-114 by Johann Sebastian Bach, Blumenwalzer by Léon Jessel — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.