The House of the Rising Sun
2 versions of this piece. This one: Rewritten for piano by another musician, only part of the piece.
The House of the Rising Sun
Traditional
2 versions of this piece. This one: Rewritten for piano by another musician, only part of the piece.
About The House of the Rising Sun
Free piano sheet music for The House of the Rising Sun by Traditional. Grade 4 (Intermediate (ABRSM Grade 4)) piece suitable for students at abrsm grade 4 level.
"The House of the Rising Sun" by Traditional 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. Traditional'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 ABRSM 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 (ABRSM 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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