early intermediate

6. Rondo in G minor

Elisabeth de La Guerre

About this piece
This delicate piece is a great exercise in long lines and ornaments for the right hand. The steady flow of quarter notes hides an intricate melodic line that requires good sound control and nuanced touch.
Is this your next piece?
It might be a good next step if you're an intermediate pianist working on your technique.
Level guide
Equivalent to RCM level 5
Equivalent to ABRSM level 4
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Elisabeth de La Guerre was born

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