Beim Winde

Franz SchubertD.669

ClassicalWell-knownromanceA minorAllegro con brio3/4~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 7

About this piece

Beim Winde (In the Wind), D.669, by Franz Schubert is an early song fragment that showcases his nascent lyrical gift and dramatic flair. The piano part effectively portrays the turbulence and expressiveness of the wind.

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Teacher notes

Develop a dynamic range and articulation to depict the varying intensity of the wind's movement.

Technical focus

cantabilerubatopedalingvoicingflowing-sixteenths

Mood

lyricalpassionate

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Beim Winde (D.669) by Franz Schubert?

Beim Winde (D.669) 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 Beim Winde?

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 Beim Winde?

A typical performance of Beim Winde (D.669) lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Beim Winde?

Beim Winde (D.669) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.