Au Matin

Benjamin Louis Paul GodardOp.83

RomanticKnownromanceD-flat majorAndantino4/4~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 6

About this piece

This is a variant entry for the same work by Benjamin Godard, known for his refined and accessible pianistic writing. The piece serves as an excellent study in Romantic-era rubato and cantabile playing.

Teacher notes

Develop an independent left hand to support the long-breathed phrases of the right hand.

Technical focus

cantabilerubatovoicingflowing-sixteenths

Mood

serenelyricaltender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Au Matin (Op.83) by Benjamin Louis Paul Godard?

Au Matin (Op.83) 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 Matin?

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 Matin?

A typical performance of Au Matin (Op.83) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Au Matin?

Au Matin (Op.83) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Au Matin?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Au Matin by Benjamin Louis Paul Godard, Nocturne in E-flat major, No. 2 by Frédéric Chopin, Au Matin by Benjamin Godard — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.