The House of the Rising Sun
by The Animals · Excerpt
Rewritten for piano by another musician, only part of the piece.
The House of the Rising Sun
The Animals
Rewritten for piano by another musician, only part of the piece.
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About The House of the Rising Sun (Excerpt)
Piano sheet music for The House of the Rising Sun (Excerpt) by The Animals, free to view and play along. Grade 4 (Intermediate (Grade 4)) piece suitable for students at about grade 4 level.
"The House of the Rising Sun (Excerpt)" by The Animals is a grade 4-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 1:19. 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. The Animals'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.
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.
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
- 1:19
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
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