Boston Quick Step

Charles Zeuner

ClassicalObscuremarchC majorAllegro2/4~2 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 2ABRSM 2

About this piece

Boston Quick Step is a characteristic march composed by Charles Zeuner in the early 19th century. It features the rhythmic drive and simple harmonic structure typical of American parlor music of that era.

Teacher notes

Focus on crisp articulation and maintaining a steady march tempo without rushing the sixteenth-note patterns.

Technical focus

alberti-bassarticulationspeed-agility

Mood

energeticelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Boston Quick Step by Charles Zeuner?

Boston Quick Step is rated Henle level 2 of 9 — beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 2–3. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 2.

What level do I need to play Boston Quick Step?

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 Boston Quick Step?

A typical performance of Boston Quick Step lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Boston Quick Step?

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

What pieces are similar to Boston Quick Step?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Piano Sonata No. 16 in C major by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Bouree by George Frideric Handel, Blumenwalzer by Léon Jessel — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.