Gran Vals

by Francisco de Asís Tárrega y Eixea

Elementary(36/100)Sight Reading: Grade 43:32

Free piano sheet music for Gran Vals by Francisco de Asís Tárrega y Eixea. Elementary level piece suitable for students who've completed beginner method books.

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About This Piece

"Gran Vals" by Francisco de Asís Tárrega y Eixea is an elementary-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 3:32. An elementary-level piece suitable for developing pianists. Introduces more varied rhythms, basic chord patterns, and expanded hand positions while remaining accessible. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 1-2 years of experience. Francisco de Asís Tárrega y Eixea's composition showcases eighth notes and dotted rhythms and key signatures up to 2 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.

Gran Vals is a beautiful guitar piece composed by Francisco Tárrega. It is known for its lyrical melody and is often associated with the Nokia ringtone. This piece showcases Tárrega's mastery of the guitar and his ability to convey deep emotions through music.

Skill Level: Elementary

Who This Is For

  • Students who've completed beginner method books
  • Pianists comfortable with basic music reading
  • Those ready for slightly more complex pieces

Experience Needed

Level:Elementary
Experience:1-2 years
Duration:3:32

What You'll Learn

Technical Skills

  • Hand position shifts
  • Basic chord shapes
  • Eighth note patterns
  • Simple pedaling
  • Two-hand coordination

Musical Concepts

  • Eighth notes and dotted rhythms
  • Key signatures up to 2 sharps/flats
  • Basic dynamics and crescendo/diminuendo
  • Simple phrase shaping

Learning Timeline

2-3 weeks with regular practice
To Learn
20-40 minutes daily
Practice Time
4-6 weeks to performance-ready
To Master

Practice Tips

  • 1Identify difficult passages and practice them separately
  • 2Work on smooth hand position transitions
  • 3Pay attention to dynamic markings
  • 4Practice with and without pedal

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