Music for the Funeral of Queen Mary, Z. 860
by Henry Purcell · Piano arrangement, excerpt
Rewritten for piano by another musician, only part of the piece.
Music for the Funeral of Queen Mary, Z. 860
Henry Purcell
Rewritten for piano by another musician, only part of the piece.
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About Music for the Funeral of Queen Mary, Z. 860 (Piano arrangement, excerpt)
Piano sheet music for Music for the Funeral of Queen Mary, Z. 860 (Piano arrangement, excerpt) by Henry Purcell, free to view and play along. Grade 3 (Elementary (Grade 3)) piece suitable for students comfortable with basic chords.
"Music for the Funeral of Queen Mary, Z. 860 (Piano arrangement, excerpt)" by Henry Purcell is a grade 3-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 1:09. A Grade 3 piece introducing syncopation, wider hand span, and a broader range of key signatures. A solid step up for developing pianists. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 2-3 years of experience. Henry Purcell's composition showcases syncopation and key signatures up to 3 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.
The 'Funeral of Queen Mary' is a poignant work by Henry Purcell, composed for the funeral of Queen Mary II of England. It features a rich blend of choral and instrumental music, reflecting the somber occasion. This piece is celebrated for its emotional depth and intricate harmonies.
Is it right for you?
Who it's for
- Students comfortable with basic chords
- Pianists with solid two-hand coordination
- Those ready for syncopation and wider range
Skill level: Grade 3
- Level
- Elementary (Grade 3)
- Experience
- 2-3 years
- Length
- 1:09
What you'll learn
Technical skills
- Wider hand span
- Syncopated rhythms
- More complex chord shapes
- Pedal technique
- Hand independence
Musical concepts
- Syncopation
- Key signatures up to 3 sharps/flats
- Expressive dynamics
- Phrase shaping and articulation
How long it takes
To learn
2-4 weeks with regular practice
Practice time
20-40 minutes daily
To master
5-8 weeks to performance-ready
Practice tips
- Practice syncopated passages slowly and with a metronome
- Work on finger independence exercises
- Focus on smooth pedal changes
- Analyze the piece structure before starting
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