Ballet des nymphes

Edouard ChavagnatOp.182

RomanticObscuresuiteAndante6/8~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 4

About this piece

Chavagnat’s composition is a evocative, albeit obscure, example of French late-19th-century salon music. It uses flowing, watery textures to evoke the mythological imagery suggested by its title.

Teacher notes

The piece requires a refined use of the pedal to create a lush, atmospheric soundscape.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingrubato

Mood

atmosphericmysterious

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Ballet des nymphes (Op.182) by Edouard Chavagnat?

Ballet des nymphes (Op.182) is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 5.

What level do I need to play Ballet des nymphes?

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 Ballet des nymphes?

A typical performance of Ballet des nymphes (Op.182) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Ballet des nymphes?

Ballet des nymphes (Op.182) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Ballet des nymphes?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Bal champêtre by Edouard Chavagnat, Au Gré des vents by Edouard Chavagnat, Alla picciola by Edouard Chavagnat — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.