Divenire
Einaudi’s largest design: a pattern that builds over eight minutes without ever leaving the basic pulse.
The piece at a glance
- Composer
- Ludovico Einaudi
- Year
- 2006
- Origin
- From the album Divenire
- Key
- D minor
- Level
- Intermediate
- Keys recommended
- 88
How difficult is it?
The individual figures are easy, their number is not. The right hand runs almost continuously in semiquavers.
The real hurdle
The build tempts you into speeding up. It comes from volume and density, not from tempo.
How long does it take?
Two to four months.
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?
Asks for stamina and a light action. Full 88 keys, because the figures travel across the whole width.
Instruments that suit it
Portable digital piano with Scaled Hammer Action II action.
Cabinet digital piano with GrandTouch-S action.
The 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 Divenire?
The individual figures are easy, their number is not. The right hand runs almost continuously in semiquavers.
What key is Divenire in?
Divenire is in D minor.
How many keys do you need for Divenire?
88 keys are recommended.
Who composed Divenire?
Ludovico Einaudi, 2006.
Can you download the sheet music for Divenire 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 Divenire?
Two to four months.
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