Triplets in Lydian Mode from Mikrokosmos
by Béla Bartók · Sz. 107 No. 55 · Triplets in Lydian Mode, from Mikrokosmos · also known as Mikrokosmos 2: 55. Triplets in Lydian Mode
The complete piece, as the composer wrote it.
Triplets in Lydian Mode from Mikrokosmos
Béla Bartók
The complete piece, as the composer wrote it.
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About Triplets in Lydian Mode from Mikrokosmos, Sz. 107 No. 55
Piano sheet music for Triplets in Lydian Mode from Mikrokosmos, Sz. 107 No. 55 by Béla Bartók, free to view and play along. Grade 4 (Intermediate (Grade 4)) piece suitable for students at about grade 4 level.
"Triplets in Lydian Mode from Mikrokosmos, Sz. 107 No. 55" by Béla Bartók is a grade 4-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 27 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. Béla Bartók'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.
This piece is part of Béla Bartók's Mikrokosmos, a progressive piano method that explores various musical styles and techniques. It focuses on triplet rhythms in the Lydian mode, encouraging students to develop their rhythmic and melodic skills.
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
- 27 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