Au soir tombant

Nikolai ShcherbachovOp.39

RomanticObscurenocturne
H5
Henle (estimated)

About this piece

Titled 'As evening falls,' this piece likely aims to evoke the mood and atmosphere of twilight, perhaps with a sense of calm, reflection, or gentle melancholy. Its musical distinctiveness would be in its atmospheric qualities and expressive melodic lines.

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Teacher notes

Emphasize smooth transitions and a rich, resonant tone to create the desired evening ambiance.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingvoicing

Mood

contemplativeatmosphericserene

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Au soir tombant (Op.39) by Nikolai Shcherbachov?

Au soir tombant (Op.39) is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7.

What level do I need to play Au soir tombant?

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 Au soir tombant?

Au soir tombant (Op.39) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.