Among the Roses

William C. Stahl

RomanticObscureromanceModerato4/4~3 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 3

About this piece

Among the Roses is a parlor-style salon piece typical of late 19th-century amateur piano music. It features a straightforward melodic structure with a simple accompaniment pattern common in pedagogical literature of the era.

Teacher notes

The primary challenge is maintaining a consistent melodic line against a moving inner voice.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingrubato

Mood

lyricaltender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Among the Roses by William C. Stahl?

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

What level do I need to play Among the Roses?

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 Among the Roses?

A typical performance of Among the Roses lasts about 3 minutes.

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

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

What pieces are similar to Among the Roses?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Au matin by Paul Wachs, Albumblad, EG 109 by Edvard Grieg, 'O marenariello by Salvatore Gambardella — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.