Blues Waltz

Colette Mourey

ModernObscurewaltzTempo di Valse3/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

Blues Waltz by Colette Mourey is a charming fusion piece that grafts the melancholy melodic phrasing of the blues onto the rhythmic chassis of a traditional waltz. It is distinctive for its seamless blending of triple meter with blue notes.

Teacher notes

The technical challenge is maintaining a light, dance-like waltz feel despite the tension of the jazz-influenced harmonies.

Technical focus

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Mood

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Blues Waltz by Colette Mourey?

Blues Waltz is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 4.

What level do I need to play Blues Waltz?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 3 — meaning you can already play level 2–3 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 Blues Waltz?

A typical performance of Blues Waltz lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Blues Waltz?

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

What pieces are similar to Blues Waltz?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Bells Memory by Colette Mourey, Blues Waltz - Elegiac Fantasy by Colette Mourey, Ave Maria after J.S. Bach by Colette Mourey — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.