Blackheart (Two Steps From Hell)
A dark march with a hard pulse – the piece that plays in a trailer when something goes wrong. On the piano it is about rhythm, not melody.
The piece at a glance
- Composer
- Thomas Bergersen
- Year
- 2014
- Origin
- From the album Battlecry
- Level
- Advanced
- Keys recommended
- 88
How difficult is it?
Fast repeated notes and leaps in the left hand at a steady tempo. Needs a loose hand, or it cramps after a minute.
The real hurdle
Play the repetitions from the wrist, not the arm. Take the force from above and you are finished after twenty bars.
How long does it take?
Four to eight weeks, and the tempo comes last.
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?
The fast repetitions need an action that releases the note before the key is fully up. On simple keyboards notes drop out.
Instruments that suit it
Roland FP-E50 EU approx. €690–780Portable digital piano with PHA-4 Standard action.
Yamaha Clavinova CLP-845 EU approx. €2,200–2,600The Clavinova upper class: GrandTouch-S action with wooden keys – CFX plus Bösendorfer Imperial on board.
Kawai MP11SE EU approx. €2,200–2,350Stage piano with Grand Feel action.
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 Blackheart (Two Steps From Hell)?
Fast repeated notes and leaps in the left hand at a steady tempo. Needs a loose hand, or it cramps after a minute.
What key is Blackheart (Two Steps From Hell) in?
Blackheart (Two Steps From Hell) is in d-Moll.
How many keys do you need for Blackheart (Two Steps From Hell)?
88 keys are recommended.
Who composed Blackheart (Two Steps From Hell)?
Thomas Bergersen, 2014.
Can you download the sheet music for Blackheart (Two Steps From Hell) 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 Blackheart (Two Steps From Hell)?
Four to eight weeks, and the tempo comes last.
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