Beneficence

David GeppertOp.122

ModernObscureromanceAndante4/4~3 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 4

About this piece

Beneficence is a contemporary lyrical piece that explores static, modal harmonies and melodic beauty. It relies on atmospheric textures and careful control of the sustain pedal to create a meditative environment.

Teacher notes

Pay close attention to blending the voice leading to create a warm, singing tone.

Technical focus

cantabilevoicingpedaling

Mood

contemplativeserene

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Beneficence (Op.122) by David Geppert?

Beneficence (Op.122) 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 Beneficence?

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 Beneficence?

A typical performance of Beneficence (Op.122) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Beneficence?

Beneficence (Op.122) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Beneficence?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Prelude in C major by Johann Sebastian Bach, Gymnopédie No. 2 by Erik Satie, Ave Maria (The Bells of Rome) by Franz Liszt — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.