Berceuse

Philippe Bellenot

RomanticObscureberceuseG-flat majorLento6/8~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 5

About this piece

Bellenot, known primarily as a church organist and composer, brings a harmonic depth to this lullaby. The piece features chromatic inflections that differentiate it from more simplistic contemporary salon works.

Teacher notes

The main challenge is the smooth transition between the shifting harmonic colors while maintaining a steady pulse.

Technical focus

cantabilerubatopedaling

Mood

mysteriousintimate

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Berceuse by Philippe Bellenot?

Berceuse 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 Berceuse?

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 Berceuse?

A typical performance of Berceuse lasts about 4 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Berceuse?

Berceuse is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Berceuse?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include At Twilight by Percy Grainger, Berceuse by Theodore Akimenko, Albumblatt, BV 272a by Ferruccio Busoni — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.