Aux bords d'une source

Alfred Jaëll

RomanticObscureromanceA-flat majorAndante2/4~5 min
H6
Henle (estimated)
RCM 8ABRSM 7

About this piece

This piece by Alfred Jaëll reflects the mid-Romantic penchant for tone painting, specifically the sound of water. It is marked by its rich, undulating textures and demands a sensitive approach to pedaling.

Teacher notes

The biggest challenge is achieving a seamless blend between the rolling arpeggios and the highlighted melodic notes.

Technical focus

arpeggioscantabilerubatowide-span

Mood

atmosphericlyricalmysterious

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Aux bords d'une source by Alfred Jaëll?

Aux bords d'une source is rated Henle level 6 of 9 — advanced repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 7–8. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 8.

What level do I need to play Aux bords d'une source?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 6 — meaning you can already play level 5–6 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 Aux bords d'une source?

A typical performance of Aux bords d'une source lasts about 5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Aux bords d'une source?

Aux bords d'une source is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Aux bords d'une source?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Bohemian Polka in E-flat major by Alfred Jaëll, Brocéliande by Lucien Lambert, Canto de Sirenas by Carmen Barradas — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.