Berceuse

Fernand Lemaire

RomanticObscureberceuseE majorAndante6/8~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 4

About this piece

Fernand Lemaire's Berceuse is a straightforward, melodic piece that adheres to the established conventions of the genre. It is noteworthy for its clear, transparent structure and light harmonic ornamentation.

Teacher notes

Focus on evenness of touch within the arpeggiated accompaniment figures.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingvoicing

Mood

tendersereneelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Berceuse by Fernand Lemaire?

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 Blau Veilchen by Richard Eilenberg, Berceuse by Léon Boëllmann, Berceuse by A. Simon — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.