2 Marches

Franz SchubertD.886

RomanticWell-knownmarchtheme-and-variationsE-flat majorAllegro vivace4/4~7 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 8ABRSM 7

About this piece

Schubert's "2 Marches" D.886 are grand and virtuosic pieces showcasing his mastery of melody and harmonic invention. The marches feature contrasting moods, from heroic fanfares to more lyrical episodes.

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Teacher notes

Demands excellent finger dexterity for rapid passages and a mature understanding of phrasing and harmonic color.

Technical focus

speed-agilityarticulationflowing-sixteenthsdramatic-contrastrubato

Mood

energeticbrilliantpassionate

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 2 Marches (D.886) by Franz Schubert?

2 Marches (D.886) is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 8.

What level do I need to play 2 Marches?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 5 — meaning you can already play level 4–5 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

How long is 2 Marches?

A typical performance of 2 Marches (D.886) lasts about 7 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 2 Marches?

2 Marches (D.886) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.