Mignon Op. 68, No. 35
Robert Schumann
Era
Romantic
Difficulty Level
Late Intermediate
Mood
Tender
Style
Lyrical
Video
Elements
1st and 2nd Endings
Notes and Notation
Symbols that indicate different measures to play during repeated sections.
8th Note Broken Chord Accompaniment
Accompaniment Patterns
A type of accompaniment pattern that uses a persistent 8th note rhythm with broken chords, in varying note configurations.
Crescendo and Diminuendo
Expression
Indications instructing the player to play gradually louder (crescendo) or softer (diminuendo).
Intermediate Single Note Accompaniment
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.
Details
Title
Mignon Op. 68, No. 35
Composer
Collection
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