Blindekuh

Johann Strauss II

RomanticKnownwaltzcapriceC majorAllegro3/4~5 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 6

About this piece

"Blindekuh" (Blind Man's Buff) by Johann Strauss Jr. is a delightful and spirited piano arrangement, likely of one of his famous waltzes or polkas. The piece is characterized by its infectious energy, clear melodies, and the characteristic rhythmic vitality associated with Strauss's music.

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Teacher notes

Master the rapid scalar passages and staccato articulations to capture the piece's playful and energetic character.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmspeed-agilityarpeggiosarticulationdramatic-contrast

Mood

energeticbrilliantplayful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Blindekuh by Johann Strauss II?

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

What level do I need to play Blindekuh?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 5 — meaning you can already play level 4–5 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 Blindekuh?

A typical performance of Blindekuh lasts about 5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Blindekuh?

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