Beatrice Waltz

Mendel Silverstone

RomanticObscurewaltzF majorTempo di Valse3/4~3 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 3

About this piece

This waltz by Mendel Silverstone serves as a light, socially-oriented salon piece typical of late 19th-century dance music for the home. Its charm lies in its uncomplicated diatonic harmonies and straightforward rhythmic structure.

Teacher notes

Focus on the evenness of the left-hand 'oom-pah-pah' accompaniment pattern to ensure a steady dance tempo.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmleft-hand-independencearticulationalberti-bass

Mood

elegantplayful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Beatrice Waltz by Mendel Silverstone?

Beatrice Waltz 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 Beatrice Waltz?

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 Beatrice Waltz?

A typical performance of Beatrice Waltz lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Beatrice Waltz?

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

What pieces are similar to Beatrice Waltz?

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