As in a Rose Jar

Charles Wakefield CadmanOp.33 No.2

RomanticKnownromanceG-flat majorLento3/4~3 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 7

About this piece

One of the most famous American parlor-style salon pieces, it relies on a beautiful, yearning melody supported by rich, arpeggiated harmonies. It is a hallmark of early 20th-century American Romanticism for the piano.

Teacher notes

Manage the wide-span arpeggios smoothly without disrupting the melodic line.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingrubatovoicingwide-span

Mood

nostalgicintimateserene

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is As in a Rose Jar (Op.33 No.2) by Charles Wakefield Cadman?

As in a Rose Jar (Op.33 No.2) 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 As in a Rose Jar?

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 As in a Rose Jar?

A typical performance of As in a Rose Jar (Op.33 No.2) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for As in a Rose Jar?

As in a Rose Jar (Op.33 No.2) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to As in a Rose Jar?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Berceuse by Frank Bridge, 'Picardy' by Alec Rowley, Au hameau by Fritz Büsser — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.