Alice in Wonderland

Ida Hampden

RomanticObscureromance~3 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 3

About this piece

A charming and simple character piece meant to evoke a sense of whimsical storytelling. The writing is idiomatic to the late 19th-century salon tradition, focusing on melodic grace.

Teacher notes

Pay close attention to melodic voicing to bring out the song-like qualities of the right hand.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingvoicing

Mood

gentlenostalgic

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Alice in Wonderland by Ida Hampden?

Alice in Wonderland is rated Henle level 2 of 9 — beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 2–3. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 4.

What level do I need to play Alice in Wonderland?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 2 — meaning you can already play level 1–2 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 in Wonderland?

A typical performance of Alice in Wonderland lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Alice in Wonderland?

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

What pieces are similar to Alice in Wonderland?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Believe Me, If All those Endearing Young Charms by Irish Folk Music, Blue Moon by Lee S. Roberts, Arroz con leche by Wannes Vanderhoeven — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.