Question 1

How hard is Comet Rag by Ed. C. Mahony?

Accepted Answer

Comet Rag is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 3.

Question 2

What level do I need to play Comet Rag?

Accepted Answer

You should be comfortable at Henle level 4 — meaning you can already play level 3–4 pieces cleanly. 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 Comet Rag?

Accepted Answer

A typical performance of Comet Rag lasts about 3 minutes.

Question 4

Where can I get free sheet music for Comet Rag?

Accepted Answer

Comet Rag 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 Comet Rag?

Accepted Answer

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include 12 Variations on "Ah vous dirais-je, Maman" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Alexander's Ragtime Band by Irving Berlin, 12 Variations on 'Ah vous dirai-je, Maman' by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.