Amors Macht

Franz Schubert

RomanticKnownimpromptuD minorAndante con moto4/4~5 min
H6
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 7

About this piece

Amors Macht (Cupid's Power) D. 133 is a powerful and emotionally charged Lied by Franz Schubert, exploring the overwhelming influence of love. Its rich harmonies and dramatic melodic sweep are characteristic of Schubert's expressive vocal writing.

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Teacher notes

Developing a profound sense of rubato and the ability to create dramatic dynamic contrasts are crucial for conveying the song's intensity.

Technical focus

cantabilerubatovoicingdramatic-contrastpedaling

Mood

melancholicpassionatedramaticlyrical

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Amors Macht by Franz Schubert?

Amors Macht is rated Henle level 6 of 9 — advanced repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 7–8. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play Amors Macht?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 6 — meaning you can already play level 5–6 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 Amors Macht?

A typical performance of Amors Macht lasts about 5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Amors Macht?

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