Thirds
by Béla Bartók · Sz. 107 · Thirds, from Mikrokosmos · also known as Mikrokosmos 3: 71. Thirds
The complete piece, as the composer wrote it.
Thirds
Béla Bartók
The complete piece, as the composer wrote it.
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About Thirds
Piano sheet music for Thirds by Béla Bartók, free to view and play along. Grade 3 (Elementary (Grade 3)) piece suitable for students comfortable with basic chords.
"Thirds" by Béla Bartók is a grade 3-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 1:22. 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. Béla Bartók's composition showcases syncopation and key signatures up to 3 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.
Mikrokosmos is a progressive series of piano pieces by Béla Bartók, designed to develop piano technique and musical understanding. The piece 'Thirds' focuses on the interval of thirds, offering both technical challenges and musical expression.
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
- 1:22
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