Boston-Waltz

Clifton Worsley

RomanticObscurewaltzModerato3/4~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 4

About this piece

Clifton Worsley's contribution to the Boston-Waltz genre reflects the late 19th-century fascination with this specific ballroom variation. It is a quintessential example of light salon music intended for social enjoyment.

Teacher notes

Focus on the graceful, wide-arching phrasing required by the Boston-Waltz tempo.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmpedaling

Mood

eleganttender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Boston-Waltz by Clifton Worsley?

Boston-Waltz 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 Boston-Waltz?

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 Boston-Waltz?

A typical performance of Boston-Waltz lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Boston-Waltz?

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

What pieces are similar to Boston-Waltz?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Andante by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Andante favori by Ludwig van Beethoven, Black Beauty by Duke Ellington — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.