Asturias

Henri BüsserOp.84

ModernObscureromanceD majorModerato3/4~5 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

Henri Büsser's Asturias is a lyrical work that draws on Spanish-inflected harmonic language. It requires a refined touch to balance the melodic lines against rich, rolling arpeggios.

Teacher notes

Use careful pedaling to connect the broad arpeggiated figures without muddying the harmonic shifts.

Technical focus

arpeggiosvoicingcantabile

Mood

atmosphericcontemplative

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Asturias (Op.84) by Henri Büsser?

Asturias (Op.84) is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play Asturias?

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 Asturias?

A typical performance of Asturias (Op.84) lasts about 5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Asturias?

Asturias (Op.84) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Asturias?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Ballade by Henri Büsser, Clair de lune by Claude Debussy, Gymnopédie No. 1 by Erik Satie — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.