Antigone und Oedip

Franz SchubertD.542

RomanticSpecialistwaltz3/4
H5
Henle (estimated)

About this piece

Schubert's 'Antigone und Oedip' D.542 is a Ländler, a simple Austrian dance in triple meter, often lyrical and nostalgic in character. Its charm lies in its unpretentious melody and gentle rhythmic pulse.

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Teacher notes

Developing a nuanced understanding of rubato and a graceful waltz rhythm is key to capturing the piece's character.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingrubato

Mood

lyricalcontemplativemelancholic

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Antigone und Oedip (D.542) by Franz Schubert?

Antigone und Oedip (D.542) is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7.

What level do I need to play Antigone und Oedip?

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.

Where can I get free sheet music for Antigone und Oedip?

Antigone und Oedip (D.542) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.