Epic Modern

Empire of Angels (Thomas Bergersen)

Brighter and wider than the rest of the genre – major instead of minor, a theme that pulls upward. Bergersen without the percussion he is otherwise known for.

Level Medium common arrangement

Key C major Bergersen

Keys 88 recommended

Year 2013 composed

The piece at a glance

Composer: Thomas Bergersen
Year: 2013
Origin: From the album Sun
Key: C major
Level: Intermediate
Keys recommended: 88

How difficult is it?

Broken chords in the left hand across a wide reach, with long notes above. The span is the difficulty.

The real hurdle

The left hand reaches beyond an octave. Look away and you lose the position – memorising the shapes pays off earlier here than elsewhere.

How long does it take?

Three to six 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?

The broken accompaniment needs pedal and decay. On instruments with limited polyphony the texture breaks off.

Instruments that suit it

Casio CDP-S360 EU approx. €450–500
Portable digital piano with Scaled Hammer Action II action.

Yamaha CLP-825 EU approx. €1,350–1,650
Cabinet digital piano with GrandTouch-S action.

Kawai MP7SE EU approx. €1,400–1,550
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 Empire of Angels (Thomas Bergersen)?

Broken chords in the left hand across a wide reach, with long notes above. The span is the difficulty.

What key is Empire of Angels (Thomas Bergersen) in?

Empire of Angels (Thomas Bergersen) is in C major.

How many keys do you need for Empire of Angels (Thomas Bergersen)?

88 keys are recommended.

Who composed Empire of Angels (Thomas Bergersen)?

Thomas Bergersen, 2013.

Can you download the sheet music for Empire of Angels (Thomas Bergersen) 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 Empire of Angels (Thomas Bergersen)?

Three to six weeks.

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