Astronomia (Coffin Dance)
A dance tune from 2010 that travelled the world ten years later as the soundtrack to a video. On the piano a short, catchy run that repeats endlessly.
The piece at a glance
- Composer
- Tony Igy
- Year
- 2010
- Origin
- An internet phenomenon since 2020
- Key
- B minor
- Level
- Intermediate
- Keys recommended
- 61 are enough
How difficult is it?
The melody sits in one hand position and repeats. It only gets hard once you add the left-hand accompaniment.
The real hurdle
The appeal lies in the steady pulse. Speed up on the repeats and you lose exactly what makes the piece.
How long does it take?
The melody in an afternoon, with accompaniment in one to two weeks.
A rule of thumb, not a rule – how fast it goes depends on prior experience and practice time. This level is an assessment, not a measurement: most pieces exist in arrangements ranging from heavily simplified to concert level. The rating refers to the common arrangement.
Which instrument suits it?
Needs little range and no touch response – one of the few pieces here that work on any keyboard.
Instruments that suit it
Casio CDP-S360 EU approx. €450–500Portable digital piano with Scaled Hammer Action II action.
Yamaha CLP-825 EU approx. €1,350–1,650Cabinet digital piano with GrandTouch-S action.
Kawai MP7SE EU approx. €1,400–1,550The stage all-rounder with Kawai’s RHIII feel – favourite of many pianists with stage jobs.
The catalogue lists 233 instruments with verified data – key count, action and connections documented rather than claimed.
Where to find the sheet music
This piece is under copyright. Sheet music is available only from licensed publishers – free PDFs found online are usually not legal.
Modern editions and arrangements
Simplified versions, modern engraving and arrangements are available from the usual sheet music retailers. We will add direct links here shortly.
Frequently asked questions
How difficult is Astronomia (Coffin Dance)?
The melody sits in one hand position and repeats. It only gets hard once you add the left-hand accompaniment.
What key is Astronomia (Coffin Dance) in?
Astronomia (Coffin Dance) is in B minor.
How many keys do you need for Astronomia (Coffin Dance)?
An instrument with 61 keys is enough for this piece.
Who composed Astronomia (Coffin Dance)?
Tony Igy, 2010.
Can you download the sheet music for Astronomia (Coffin Dance) for free?
This piece is under copyright. Sheet music is available only from licensed publishers – free PDFs found online are usually not legal.
How long does it take to learn Astronomia (Coffin Dance)?
The melody in an afternoon, with accompaniment in one to two weeks.
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