An English Waltz

Cyril Scott

ImpressionistSpecialistwaltzA-flat majorTempo di valse3/4~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

Cyril Scott, often called the 'English Debussy,' blends impressionist colors with a traditional waltz structure. The piece is characterized by chromaticism and a fluid, rhythmic flexibility.

Teacher notes

Achieving a graceful, flexible waltz rhythm that avoids becoming mechanical is key.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmrubatopedalingcantabile

Mood

elegantnostalgicgentle

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is An English Waltz by Cyril Scott?

An English Waltz is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play An English Waltz?

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 An English Waltz?

A typical performance of An English Waltz lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for An English Waltz?

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

What pieces are similar to An English Waltz?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Berceuse by Cyril Scott, Autumn Idyll by Cyril Scott, Blackbird's Song by Cyril Scott — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.