Ave Maria IV, Solo piano

Franz LisztS.545

RomanticKnownromanceG majorAndantino4/4~4 min
H6
Henle (estimated)
RCM 8ABRSM 7

About this piece

This version is identical in substance to the S.545 listing, representing the solo piano arrangement of the Arcadelt piece. It showcases Liszt's ability to imbue transcription with genuine emotional depth.

Teacher notes

Focus on the legato connections between the broken chords in the accompaniment.

Technical focus

cantabilevoicingpedalingarpeggios

Mood

contemplativeintimatetender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Ave Maria IV, Solo piano (S.545) by Franz Liszt?

Ave Maria IV, Solo piano (S.545) 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 Ave Maria IV, Solo piano?

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 Ave Maria IV, Solo piano?

A typical performance of Ave Maria IV, Solo piano (S.545) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Ave Maria IV, Solo piano?

Ave Maria IV, Solo piano (S.545) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Ave Maria IV, Solo piano?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Ave Maria in G by Franz Liszt, Albumblätter für Prinzessin Marie von Sayn-Wittgenstein by Franz Liszt, Blume und Duft by Franz Liszt — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.