Star Sky (Two Steps From Hell)
Calmer than the rest of the genre: a melody over steady quavers that only opens up late. The one with the choir singing “never back down” – on the piano the right hand carries what the voices do there.
The piece at a glance
- Composer
- Thomas Bergersen
- Year
- 2013
- Origin
- From the album Battlecry
- Level
- Intermediate
- Keys recommended
- 88
How difficult is it?
The left hand repeats a simple pattern while the right plays a singing line. Each easy on its own; together a question of independence.
The real hurdle
The quaver pattern must not drag when the melody breathes above it. That is exactly where most people lose the tempo.
How long does it take?
Playable in two to three weeks if the hands are practised separately.
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 excess of pedal. Works on 61 keys if you give up the lowest octave.
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 Star Sky (Two Steps From Hell)?
The left hand repeats a simple pattern while the right plays a singing line. Each easy on its own; together a question of independence.
What key is Star Sky (Two Steps From Hell) in?
Star Sky (Two Steps From Hell) is in e-Moll.
How many keys do you need for Star Sky (Two Steps From Hell)?
88 keys are recommended.
Who composed Star Sky (Two Steps From Hell)?
Thomas Bergersen, 2013.
Can you download the sheet music for Star Sky (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 Star Sky (Two Steps From Hell)?
Playable in two to three weeks if the hands are practised separately.
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