Old Dance Op. 27, No. 7
Dmitri Kabalevsky
Era
Twentieth Century
Difficulty Level
Early Intermediate
Mood
Nostalgic
Style
Classical
Theme
Dancing
Video
Elements
8th Notes
Rhythm
Notes whose lengths are equal to one-eighth the value of a whole note or half the value of a quarter note.
Crescendo and Diminuendo
Expression
Indications instructing the player to play gradually louder (crescendo) or softer (diminuendo).
Legato
Expression
A type of articulation indicating the player to play smoothly and seamlessly, with the notes slightly overlapped.
Ornaments
Expression
Embellishments added to melodies that serve to decorate, increase interest, and allow performers to add their own unique expressiveness.
Details
Title
Old Dance Op. 27, No. 7
Composer
Publisher
Collection
Year
1938
Instrumentation
Solo Piano
Key Signature
A Minor
Time Signature
3/4
# of Measures
22
Teacher Duet
No
Lyrics
No
Student Age
Children
Student Type
Ambitious Students
Teaching Tips
Hands Separate Practice,
Play Small Segments,
Slow Practice