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[Intermediate] Recommended Piano Duets | A Curated Selection of Cool and Dazzling Pieces

Piano duet pieces performed with four hands simultaneously are all dazzling and cool! When choosing a piece to present at a recital, many people may wonder, “What kind of piece will make a big impression?” or feel stuck because “They all seem difficult, and I can’t decide…”.

So this time, from among luxurious and brilliant duet pieces, we’re introducing recommended works at the intermediate level! They all sound grand, but since the parts are shared between two players and there are many intermediate-level arrangements, these pieces are easy to try without feeling overwhelmed.

We hope this helps you choose your next duet piece.

[Intermediate] Recommended Piano Duets | A Curated Selection of Cool and Dazzling Pieces (81–90)

“Grand Ritornello” from The Eccentric BeautyÉric Satie

Satie: Grand Ritornello [05_Recommended Classical Piano Pieces with Duet Sheet Music]
“Grand Ritornello” from The Eccentric BeautyÉric Satie

A four-hand piano piece sprinkled with satirical humor beneath its elegance.

Its light, dance-like rhythms and memorable, recurring melodies evoke a glimpse into Parisian high society.

Premiered in 1920, the work breathed fresh air into the musical world with a novel approach unconstrained by traditional forms.

The melodic lines—glittering yet tinged with irony—showcase Erik Satie’s unmistakable individuality.

Recommended for those who wish to explore the rich sonority and expressive possibilities unique to piano four-hands, as well as listeners seeking a charm distinct from conventional classical music.

In conclusion

We’ve introduced recommended piano duets for intermediate players.

Among pieces playable as duets, there are many four-hand arrangements of piano solos and orchestral works tailored for intermediate level.

Since you’re not playing alone, even if one person is advanced or intermediate and the other is a beginner, the more experienced player can lead, making it a great way to level up—this is the appeal of duet performance! Even if a piece wasn’t originally published as a duet, you can enjoy performing it with a different kind of charm than the original.

By all means, try pieces from a variety of genres.