Berceuse No.2

Aleksander MichałowskiOp.27

RomanticObscureberceuseD-flat majorLento6/8~5 min
H6
Henle (estimated)
RCM 8ABRSM 7

About this piece

This Berceuse is a characteristic example of the late Romantic salon style favored by the Polish virtuoso Aleksander Michałowski. It is musically distinctive for its lush harmonic vocabulary and intricate, delicate ornamental flourishes.

Teacher notes

The primary challenge lies in maintaining a fluid, nuanced melodic line over the rocking accompaniment without rushing the rhythm.

Technical focus

cantabilerubatovoicingarpeggiospedaling

Mood

lyricaltenderserene

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Berceuse No.2 (Op.27) by Aleksander Michałowski?

Berceuse No.2 (Op.27) is rated Henle level 6 of 9 — advanced repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 7–8. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 8.

What level do I need to play Berceuse No.2?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 6 — meaning you can already play level 5–6 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 No.2?

A typical performance of Berceuse No.2 (Op.27) lasts about 5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Berceuse No.2?

Berceuse No.2 (Op.27) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Berceuse No.2?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Berceuse No.1 by Aleksander Michałowski, Ballade by Aleksander Michałowski, Berceuse by Aleksander Michałowski — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.