Belgravia Polka

Julius Benedict

RomanticObscurewaltzF majorAllegro2/4~3 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 5

About this piece

This is an alternate edition or title for Benedict's Op. 42 polka, a classic example of ballroom-influenced piano music. It is notable for its rhythmic precision and light, bright texture.

Teacher notes

Ensure the alberti-bass passages in the left hand remain subordinate to the lively right-hand melody.

Technical focus

articulationspeed-agilityalberti-bass

Mood

playfulelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Belgravia Polka by Julius Benedict?

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

What level do I need to play Belgravia Polka?

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 Belgravia Polka?

A typical performance of Belgravia Polka lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Belgravia Polka?

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

What pieces are similar to Belgravia Polka?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Belgravia-Polka by Julius Benedict, The Entertainer by Scott Joplin, 12 Variations on "Ah vous dirais-je, Maman" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.