Bouquet-Quadrille

Johann Strauss Jr.Op.135

RomanticSpecialistB-flat majorAllegro2/4~5 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

Johann Strauss Jr.'s Bouquet-Quadrille is an orchestral transcription set for solo piano, reflecting the Viennese ballroom culture. It is distinctive for its vibrant, dance-driven energy and brilliant keyboard flourishes.

Teacher notes

Precision in the octave runs and crisp rhythmic definition of the dance motifs are key.

Technical focus

articulationspeed-agilityarpeggiosoctave-runs

Mood

brilliantelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bouquet-Quadrille (Op.135) by Johann Strauss Jr.?

Bouquet-Quadrille (Op.135) is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play Bouquet-Quadrille?

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 Bouquet-Quadrille?

A typical performance of Bouquet-Quadrille (Op.135) lasts about 5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bouquet-Quadrille?

Bouquet-Quadrille (Op.135) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Bouquet-Quadrille?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Bonbon-Polka by Johann Strauss Jr., Bijouterie-Quadrille by Johann Strauss Jr., Alexandrinen-Polka by Johann Strauss Jr. — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.