5 German Dances

Franz SchubertD.90

ClassicalSpecialistminuetAllegretto3/4~3 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

Schubert's D.90 comprises five German Dances, which are characteristic of the popular ballroom dances of the early 19th century. These pieces are generally light, charming, and rhythmically engaging, showcasing Schubert's melodic gift.

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Teacher notes

Maintain a light touch and a clear, crisp articulation to capture the graceful character of these dances.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmarticulationflowing-sixteenthsalberti-bass

Mood

elegantgentleplayful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 5 German Dances (D.90) by Franz Schubert?

5 German Dances (D.90) is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 4.

What level do I need to play 5 German 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 5 German Dances?

A typical performance of 5 German Dances (D.90) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 5 German Dances?

5 German Dances (D.90) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.