Among the Roses

Theodore OestenOp.318

RomanticSpecialistwaltzA-flat majorAndantino grazioso3/4~3.5 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 5

About this piece

Oesten's 'Among the Roses' is a charming salon waltz, characteristic of the Romantic era, that aims to evoke a sense of pleasant sentimentality and grace. Its appeal lies in its tuneful melody and smoothly flowing accompaniment.

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Teacher notes

Cultivating a graceful legato and precise waltz rhythm is key.

Technical focus

cantabilewaltz-rhythmpedalingflowing-sixteenths

Mood

lyricalelegantnostalgic

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Among the Roses (Op.318) by Theodore Oesten?

Among the Roses (Op.318) 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 Among the Roses?

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 Among the Roses?

A typical performance of Among the Roses (Op.318) lasts about 3.5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Among the Roses?

Among the Roses (Op.318) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.