Au Crépuscule

Mel BonisOp.111

ImpressionistSpecialistromanceD-flat majorAndante3/4~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 5

About this piece

Mel Bonis composed several works exploring the twilight mood, utilizing lush Impressionist harmonies. This piece is noted for its fluid, dreamlike textures that bridge the gap between late Romanticism and the French impressionist movement.

Teacher notes

Focus on the layering of voices and the refined use of the damper pedal to sustain the atmospheric texture.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingvoicingflowing-sixteenths

Mood

atmosphericcontemplativetender

Listen & watch

No video available for this piece.

Your status

Not in your repertoire

Sign in to track this piece

Free sheet music on IMSLP

Pieces similar to Au Crépuscule

Comparable difficulty and character — good candidates for what to learn next.

Browse all Henle level 4 pieces (Intermediate) →

Frequently asked questions

How hard is Au Crépuscule (Op.111) by Mel Bonis?

Au Crépuscule (Op.111) is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 6.

What level do I need to play Au Crépuscule?

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 Au Crépuscule?

A typical performance of Au Crépuscule (Op.111) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Au Crépuscule?

Au Crépuscule (Op.111) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Au Crépuscule?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Berceuse by Mel Bonis, Barcarolle by Mel Bonis, Barcarolle-Etude by Mel Bonis — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.