Berceuse

Edmond Missa

RomanticObscureberceuseG-flat majorAndante tranquillo6/8~3 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 6ABRSM 5

About this piece

Edmond Missa was a prolific French composer whose work often displays the elegance of the Belle Époque. This piece provides a clear example of the French style of piano miniature, prioritizing warmth and melodic flow.

Teacher notes

Pay close attention to finger independence to ensure the accompaniment does not mask the melody.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingrubatovoicing

Mood

sereneelegant

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Berceuse by Edmond Missa?

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 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 Andante by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Bonne humeur by Cécile Chaminade, Bénédiction by Louis James Alfred Lefébure-Wély — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.