'Tis Hard to Give the Hand

Charles William Glover

RomanticObscureromanceG majorModerato4/4~3 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 2ABRSM 2

About this piece

Charles William Glover was a prolific writer of sentimental Victorian music that translated well to the amateur piano market. This piece is characterized by its balanced, simple structure and gentle, flowing melodic lines.

Teacher notes

Focus on precise articulation and a balanced left-hand accompaniment that does not distract from the main theme.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingarticulation

Mood

nostalgicgentle

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 'Tis Hard to Give the Hand by Charles William Glover?

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

What level do I need to play 'Tis Hard to Give the Hand?

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 'Tis Hard to Give the Hand?

A typical performance of 'Tis Hard to Give the Hand lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 'Tis Hard to Give the Hand?

'Tis Hard to Give the Hand is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to 'Tis Hard to Give the Hand?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Believe Me, If All those Endearing Young Charms by Irish Folk Music, Blue Moon by Lee S. Roberts, Arroz con leche by Wannes Vanderhoeven — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.