An den Mond in einer Herbstnacht

Franz SchubertD.614

RomanticSpecialistC minorAndante con moto3/4~3 min
H5
Henle (estimated)

About this piece

Schubert's 'An den Mond in einer Herbstnacht' D.614 is a poignant setting of another Goethe text, conveying a more somber and introspective mood. The piano accompaniment mirrors the autumnal, nocturnal atmosphere.

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Teacher notes

Cultivate a melancholic tone and pay close attention to the subtle dynamic shifts that convey the piece's atmospheric qualities.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingrubatovoicing

Mood

melancholiccontemplativeatmospheric

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is An den Mond in einer Herbstnacht (D.614) by Franz Schubert?

An den Mond in einer Herbstnacht (D.614) is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7.

What level do I need to play An den Mond in einer Herbstnacht?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 5 — meaning you can already play level 4–5 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 An den Mond in einer Herbstnacht?

A typical performance of An den Mond in einer Herbstnacht (D.614) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for An den Mond in einer Herbstnacht?

An den Mond in einer Herbstnacht (D.614) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.