Question 1

How hard is Chugging Along by Louis Rich?

Accepted Answer

Chugging Along is rated Henle level 1 of 9 — beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 1–2. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 2.

Question 2

What level do I need to play Chugging Along?

Accepted Answer

You should be comfortable at Henle level 1. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

Question 3

How long is Chugging Along?

Accepted Answer

A typical performance of Chugging Along lasts about 2 minutes.

Question 4

Where can I get free sheet music for Chugging Along?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

What pieces are similar to Chugging Along?

Accepted Answer

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Big Ben by Thomas S. Allen, 'Ach du lieber Augustin' by Cornelius Gurlitt, Albumblatt by Gustav Lange — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.