Mignon Op. 68, No. 35

Robert Schumann

Excerpt of Mignon Op. 68, No. 35

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Difficulty Level

Mood

Tender

Style

Lyrical

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Elements

1st and 2nd Endings

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Notation

Symbols that indicate different measures to play during repeated sections.

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8th Note Broken Chord Accompaniment

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Accompaniment Patterns

A type of accompaniment pattern that uses a persistent 8th note rhythm with broken chords, in varying note configurations.

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Crescendo and Diminuendo

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Expression

Indications instructing the player to play gradually louder (crescendo) or softer (diminuendo).

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Intermediate Single Note Accompaniment

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Accompaniment Patterns

A type of accompaniment pattern where only one note is played at a time but with large intervals, many hand positions, and complex rhythms.

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Details

Title

Mignon Op. 68, No. 35

Composer

Robert Schumann

Collection

Album for the Young Op. 68

Year

1848

Instrumentation

Solo Piano

Key Signature

E-flat Major

Time Signature

4/4

# of Measures

33

Teacher Duet

No

Lyrics

No

Student Ages

Adults,

Children,

Teens

Student Types

Ambitious Students,

Average Students

Teaching Tips

Block the Broken Chords,

Focus On Expressive Markings,

Help Student Achieve Sensitive and Musical Playing,

Isolate Voices,

Study the Contour of the Melody,

Work on Creating a Good Tone,

Work on Expressive Phrasing,

Work on a Smooth Legato Touch