Question 1

How hard is Concert-Polonaise by Karl Klindworth?

Accepted Answer

Concert-Polonaise is rated Henle level 7 of 9 — late advanced repertoire, roughly ABRSM grade 8 and above. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 9.

Question 2

What level do I need to play Concert-Polonaise?

Accepted Answer

You should be comfortable at Henle level 7 — meaning you can already play level 6–7 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 Concert-Polonaise?

Accepted Answer

A typical performance of Concert-Polonaise lasts about 4 minutes.

Question 4

Where can I get free sheet music for Concert-Polonaise?

Accepted Answer

Concert-Polonaise 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 Concert-Polonaise?

Accepted Answer

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Rhapsody in Blue (Solo Piano) by George Gershwin, Concert Paraphrase of Rigoletto, by Verdi by Franz Liszt, Concert Paraphrase Rigoletto S434 by Franz Liszt — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.