'Neath Swinging Roses

Albert William Ketèlbey

ModernSpecialistwaltzA-flat majorTempo di Valse3/4~4.5 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 5

About this piece

Ketèlbey is best known for his light orchestral suites, and his piano waltzes are similarly lush and coloristic. This work features rich harmonic textures and a sophisticated approach to the standard waltz form.

Teacher notes

Pay close attention to voicing the melody within the lush chordal textures.

Technical focus

waltz-rhythmrubatocantabilevoicing

Mood

elegantnostalgicatmospheric

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 'Neath Swinging Roses by Albert William Ketèlbey?

'Neath Swinging Roses is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 6.

What level do I need to play 'Neath Swinging Roses?

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.

How long is 'Neath Swinging Roses?

A typical performance of 'Neath Swinging Roses lasts about 4.5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 'Neath Swinging Roses?

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

What pieces are similar to 'Neath Swinging Roses?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Bells across the Meadows (Characteristic Intermezzo)) by Albert William Ketèlbey, Albumblatt by Aleksandr Glazunov, Boneca Yayá by Oscar Lorenzo Fernández — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.