"Berceuse"

Alexandre Édouard Goria

RomanticObscureberceuseD-flat majorAndante6/8~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 4

About this piece

Alexandre Goria was a popular salon composer, and this Berceuse is a classic example of mid-19th-century French Romanticism. It centers on a soothing, rocking melody over a fluid accompaniment.

Teacher notes

Creating a seamless cantabile line while balancing the accompaniment in 6/8 time is essential.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingrubatovoicing

Mood

tendergentle

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is "Berceuse" by Alexandre Édouard Goria?

"Berceuse" is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 5.

What level do I need to play "Berceuse"?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 3 — meaning you can already play level 2–3 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 3 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 Berceuse by Alexandre Édouard Goria, "Berceuse" Petit fantaisie by Alexandre Édouard Goria, Berceuse da Boneca Triste by Oscar Lorenzo Fernández — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.