Berceuse

Ernst Lübeck

RomanticObscureberceuseAndante6/8~4 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 5

About this piece

Ernst Lübeck brings a slightly more virtuosic harmonic palette to the berceuse format than his contemporaries. It is notable for the subtle chromaticism interwoven into the lullaby theme.

Teacher notes

The piece requires careful management of the sostenuto pedal and tonal layering in the mid-range.

Technical focus

rubatocantabilevoicingpedalingleft-hand-independence

Mood

lyricalmelancholicserene

Listen & watch

No video available for this piece.

Your status

Not in your repertoire

Sign in to track this piece

Free sheet music on IMSLP

Pieces similar to Berceuse

Comparable difficulty and character — good candidates for what to learn next.

Browse all Henle level 4 pieces (Intermediate) →

Frequently asked questions

How hard is Berceuse by Ernst Lübeck?

Berceuse is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

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 Berceuse by Ernst Lübeck, Berceuse by René de Boisdeffre, Berceuse no.7 by Felipe Brandes — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.