3 Dances

Hans Christian Lumbye

RomanticSpecialistmazurkasuiteTempo di Mazurka3/4~5 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 5

About this piece

Hans Christian Lumbye's '3 Dances' are charming and accessible compositions, often in a dance-like style popular in the 19th century. They are known for their melodic appeal and generally lighthearted character.

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Teacher notes

Focuses on developing a graceful touch and a clear, singing melodic line.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmrubatovoicingcantabile

Mood

nostalgicelegantlyrical

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 3 Dances by Hans Christian Lumbye?

3 Dances is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 6.

What level do I need to play 3 Dances?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 4 — meaning you can already play level 3–4 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 3 Dances?

A typical performance of 3 Dances lasts about 5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 3 Dances?

3 Dances is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.