The House of the Rising Sun
by Alan Price
Free piano sheet music for The House of the Rising Sun by Alan Price. Intermediate level piece suitable for students at abrsm grade 3-5 level.
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About This Piece
"The House of the Rising Sun" by Alan Price is an intermediate-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 47 seconds. An intermediate piece that will challenge and develop your technique. Features more complex rhythms, extended hand positions, and musical expression opportunities. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 2-4 years of experience. Alan Price's composition showcases complex time signatures and key signatures up to 4 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.
The House of the Rising Sun is a traditional folk song that tells the story of a life gone wrong in New Orleans. Its haunting melody and poignant lyrics have made it a classic, covered by various artists over the years.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Who This Is For
- Students at ABRSM Grade 3-5 level
- Self-taught pianists with solid fundamentals
- Those comfortable with varied repertoire
- Players looking to expand their technique
Experience Needed
What You'll Learn
Technical Skills
- Scales and arpeggios
- Chord inversions
- Syncopated rhythms
- Independent hand movement
- Pedal technique
- Varied articulation
Musical Concepts
- Complex time signatures
- Key signatures up to 4 sharps/flats
- Expressive dynamics
- Tempo variations (ritardando, accelerando)
- Musical phrasing
Learning Timeline
Practice Tips
- 1Analyze the piece structure before starting
- 2Practice difficult sections at half tempo
- 3Focus on musical expression, not just notes
- 4Record yourself to identify areas for improvement
- 5Work on maintaining consistent tempo
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