Alla Mazurka

Anton NemerovskyOp.39 No.3

RomanticObscuremazurka3/4~2 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

This is a salon-style mazurka by a lesser-known 19th-century composer following the Chopin model. It is characterized by its characteristic rhythmic lilt and standard ternary dance structure.

Teacher notes

Focus on achieving the characteristic mazurka pulse with precise articulation on the second and third beats.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmrubatoarticulationfinger-independence

Mood

elegantplayful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Alla Mazurka (Op.39 No.3) by Anton Nemerovsky?

Alla Mazurka (Op.39 No.3) is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 4.

What level do I need to play Alla Mazurka?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 3 — meaning you can already play level 2–3 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 Alla Mazurka?

A typical performance of Alla Mazurka (Op.39 No.3) lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Alla Mazurka?

Alla Mazurka (Op.39 No.3) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Alla Mazurka?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include The Entertainer by Scott Joplin, Bach-bwv-anh-114 by Johann Sebastian Bach, Bach-anh-114 by Johann Sebastian Bach — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.