Bubbles

William Conrad Polla

RomanticObscureromanceC majorModerato4/4~3 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 2ABRSM 2

About this piece

Bubbles is a light salon piece from the early 20th century, emphasizing a singing tone and sentimental character. Its simple structure serves to highlight the performer's ability to shape melodic lines.

Teacher notes

Work on balance between the melody and the delicate, light accompaniment.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingvoicing

Mood

gentletender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bubbles by William Conrad Polla?

Bubbles 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 Bubbles?

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 Bubbles?

A typical performance of Bubbles lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bubbles?

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

What pieces are similar to Bubbles?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Broadway Rag by William Conrad Polla, Black Sheep by William Conrad Polla, Buddy by William Conrad Polla — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.