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The first collection of graded French song sheet music, CrocK’MusiC offers a clear progression from level 1 to 9, designed by piano teachers. The works, drawn primarily from the French chanson repertoire, immediately resonate with students: they build on familiar melodies, stimulate listening, facilitate sight-reading and recreate a direct connection with the instrument.

Technique ceases to be an obstacle and becomes a springboard; CrocK’MusiC is not an alternative to the traditional repertoire, it is a parallel path that leads back to it naturally.

The piano transcription by Armelle Cocheril of this absolute of French chanson has been adapted here to strike a perfect balance between the tragic starkness of the original and an expressive pianistic writing. Written in 1959, this song is arguably one of the most beautiful break-up songs in the world.

Difficulty level: ⑦ (Difficult Pieces)
This level 7 score allows the player to work on depth of touch and control of phrasing.
Learning focuses on:
- Rhythm: management of rubato to match the emotion of the melody, while maintaining the pulse of the accompaniment that intensifies.
- Technique: work on large left-hand arpeggios, command of the sustain pedal and the capacity to bring out the vocal line above a rich left-hand harmonic texture.
- Presentation: A clear layout in A minor, carefully engraved with complete fingering.