'Sweelinck!'

Kees Schoonenbeek

ModernObscuresuite4/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 4

About this piece

This piece by Kees Schoonenbeek is a modern character piece that pays homage to the stylistic traits of Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck. It is distinctive for its fusion of historical keyboard forms with a 20th-century harmonic language.

Teacher notes

The primary challenge is maintaining clarity of articulation across syncopated modern rhythmic patterns.

Technical focus

articulationfinger-independencevoicing

Mood

energeticintellectual

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 'Sweelinck!' by Kees Schoonenbeek?

'Sweelinck!' 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 'Sweelinck!'?

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 'Sweelinck!'?

A typical performance of 'Sweelinck!' lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 'Sweelinck!'?

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

What pieces are similar to 'Sweelinck!'?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Bal Masqué by Kees Schoonenbeek, 1st Sonatina by Kees Schoonenbeek, Ballad by Kees Schoonenbeek — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.