Flying Leaves
by Carl Kölling · Op. 147 No. 2 · Excerpt · also known as Fluttering Leaves
The composer's own notes, only part of the piece.
Flying Leaves
Carl Kölling
The composer's own notes, only part of the piece.
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About Flying Leaves (Excerpt)
Piano sheet music for Flying Leaves (Excerpt) by Carl Kölling, free to view and play along. Grade 4 (Intermediate (Grade 4)) piece suitable for students at about grade 4 level.
"Flying Leaves (Excerpt)" by Carl Kölling is a grade 4-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 14 seconds. A Grade 4 piece featuring sixteenth notes, triplets, and a larger repertoire of techniques. Suitable for confident intermediate players. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 3-4 years of experience. Carl Kölling's composition showcases sixteenth notes and triplets and key signatures up to 4 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.
Fluttering Leaves is a delicate piece by Carl Kölling that evokes the gentle movement of leaves in the wind. It showcases a beautiful interplay of melody and harmony, making it a serene addition to any repertoire.
Is it right for you?
Who it's for
- Students at about Grade 4 level
- Self-taught pianists with solid fundamentals
- Those comfortable with varied repertoire
- Players looking to expand their technique
Skill level: Grade 4
- Level
- Intermediate (Grade 4)
- Experience
- 3-4 years
- Length
- 14 seconds
What you'll learn
Technical skills
- Scales and arpeggios
- Sixteenth note passages
- Triplet patterns
- Independent hand movement
- Pedal technique
- Varied articulation
Musical concepts
- Sixteenth notes and triplets
- Key signatures up to 4 sharps/flats
- Expressive dynamics
- Tempo variations (ritardando, accelerando)
- Musical phrasing
How long it takes
To learn
3-5 weeks with dedicated practice
Practice time
30-60 minutes daily
To master
6-10 weeks to performance-ready
Practice tips
- Analyze the piece structure before starting
- Practice difficult sections at half tempo
- Focus on musical expression, not just notes
- Record yourself to identify areas for improvement
- Work on maintaining consistent tempo