Adagio

Franz SchubertD.349

RomanticWell-knownromanceA majorAdagio3/4~6 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

This is a short, lyrical piano piece by Franz Schubert, often performed as a standalone miniature. It is distinguished by its warm melodic lines and gentle harmonic progressions.

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Teacher notes

Focus on expressive legato phrasing and sensitive dynamic control.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingvoicingrubato

Mood

lyricaltendernostalgic

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Adagio (D.349) by Franz Schubert?

Adagio (D.349) is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 4.

What level do I need to play Adagio?

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 Adagio?

A typical performance of Adagio (D.349) lasts about 6 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Adagio?

Adagio (D.349) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.