Britannia Waltz

H. Augustus Pond

RomanticObscurewaltzF majorTempo di Valse3/4~3 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 2ABRSM 2

About this piece

This is a parlor waltz characteristic of American light classical music from the late 19th century. It features a straightforward melodic structure accompanied by a consistent bass-chord pattern.

Teacher notes

Students must focus on keeping the bass notes steady while allowing the melody to sing with proper phrasing.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmpedalingcantabile

Mood

eleganttender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Britannia Waltz by H. Augustus Pond?

Britannia Waltz 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 Britannia Waltz?

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 Britannia Waltz?

A typical performance of Britannia Waltz lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Britannia Waltz?

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

What pieces are similar to Britannia Waltz?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Andantino in A-flat major by Johann Nepomuk Hummel, Blue Rose by Frederic Knight Logan, Blumengeflüster by Franz von Blon — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.