Tchaikovsky's Opus 39 is a great set of short pieces for early to late intermediate pianists. Tchaikovsky sub-titled this collection "24 easy pieces (à la Schumann)". Like his predecessor, Tchaikovsky had the innate ability to write for young people, as illustrated here with this set of charming and characteristic miniatures. "The doll's funeral" is written as a typical funeral march. The "Grave" at the beginning of the score indicates a slow, sad, and gloomy character.