Bravo Schottische

Joseph Eastburn Winner

RomanticObscurerondoAllegro2/4~2 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 3

About this piece

The Bravo Schottische is an American parlor dance composition common in the mid-to-late 19th century. Its structure is repetitive and functional, designed for social dancing and amateur musical enjoyment.

Teacher notes

Ensure the schottische rhythm is crisp and consistent in the left-hand patterns.

Technical focus

articulationalberti-bassfinger-independence

Mood

energeticplayful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bravo Schottische by Joseph Eastburn Winner?

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

What level do I need to play Bravo Schottische?

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 Bravo Schottische?

A typical performance of Bravo Schottische lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bravo Schottische?

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

What pieces are similar to Bravo Schottische?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Buttercup Polka by Joseph Eastburn Winner, 'Tis But a Rosebud Faded by Joseph Eastburn Winner, Blumenwalzer by Léon Jessel — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.