Catharinen-Walzer

Wilhelm KühnerOp.90

RomanticObscurewaltzTempo di Valse3/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 3

About this piece

This is a standard salon-style waltz characteristic of 19th-century parlor music. Its charm lies in the traditional harmonic progressions and predictable rhythmic lilt common to the genre.

Teacher notes

Maintain a steady pulse in the left hand while bringing out the melody with expressive articulation.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmarticulationcantabileleft-hand-independence

Mood

elegantnostalgic

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Catharinen-Walzer (Op.90) by Wilhelm Kühner?

Catharinen-Walzer (Op.90) is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 4.

What level do I need to play Catharinen-Walzer?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 3 — meaning you can already play level 2–3 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 Catharinen-Walzer?

A typical performance of Catharinen-Walzer (Op.90) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Catharinen-Walzer?

Catharinen-Walzer (Op.90) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Catharinen-Walzer?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Catharinen-Walzer by Wilhelm Kühner, Belle of the Ball by Leroy Anderson, Waltz in A minor by Frédéric Chopin — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.