Ben Crosland’s The Hourglass is a masterclass in atmospheric, late-intermediate piano writing. Unlike many pedagogical pieces that prioritize hand patterns over emotion, this work successfully blurs the line between “study” and “concert piece.” The title is apt: the music feels granular, delicate, and inexorably moving—like sand slipping through a glass chamber.
Available on Sheet Music Plus, MusicNotes, or directly via Ben Crosland’s website (often bundled in Shades of Blue or Piano Inspirations ).
For advanced players, the harmonic language may feel safe or predictable. This is not a piece for flashy virtuosity. If you’re looking for jazz harmonies or sharp contrasts, look elsewhere. Crosland stays firmly in a neo-romantic, film-score idiom.
The Hourglass is a gem for the right pianist. It’s short (approx. 2’15”), memorable, and deeply satisfying to play. Whether you’re a student needing a lyrical piece for a recital, an adult returning to piano, or a teacher seeking a modern alternative to Burgmüller or Schumann, this sheet music delivers.
Einaudi’s Nuvole Bianche , Yiruma’s River Flows in You , or Gillock’s Valse Étude .
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)
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Ben Crosland’s The Hourglass is a masterclass in atmospheric, late-intermediate piano writing. Unlike many pedagogical pieces that prioritize hand patterns over emotion, this work successfully blurs the line between “study” and “concert piece.” The title is apt: the music feels granular, delicate, and inexorably moving—like sand slipping through a glass chamber.
Available on Sheet Music Plus, MusicNotes, or directly via Ben Crosland’s website (often bundled in Shades of Blue or Piano Inspirations ). The Hourglass Ben Crosland Sheet Music
For advanced players, the harmonic language may feel safe or predictable. This is not a piece for flashy virtuosity. If you’re looking for jazz harmonies or sharp contrasts, look elsewhere. Crosland stays firmly in a neo-romantic, film-score idiom. Ben Crosland’s The Hourglass is a masterclass in
The Hourglass is a gem for the right pianist. It’s short (approx. 2’15”), memorable, and deeply satisfying to play. Whether you’re a student needing a lyrical piece for a recital, an adult returning to piano, or a teacher seeking a modern alternative to Burgmüller or Schumann, this sheet music delivers. For advanced players, the harmonic language may feel
Einaudi’s Nuvole Bianche , Yiruma’s River Flows in You , or Gillock’s Valse Étude .
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)