Alice

Emmanuel Chabrier

RomanticObscurewaltzAndantino3/4~3 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 5

About this piece

This is a charming and rarely performed parlor waltz by the French composer Emmanuel Chabrier. It is characterized by its light, melodic grace and the sophisticated harmonic inflections typical of his early style.

Teacher notes

The primary challenge is maintaining a light, fluid waltz-rhythm while balancing the delicate melodic lines.

Technical focus

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Mood

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Alice by Emmanuel Chabrier?

Alice 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 Alice?

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 Alice?

A typical performance of Alice lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Alice?

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

What pieces are similar to Alice?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Ballabile by Emmanuel Chabrier, Andante favori by Ludwig van Beethoven, Black Beauty by Duke Ellington — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.