Berceuse

Arthur MasonOp.144

ModernObscureberceuseF majorAndante6/8~2 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 3

About this piece

Arthur Mason's Berceuse is an accessible, pedagogical-style work that adheres to traditional tonal structures. Its primary distinction is its simplicity and clear, song-like phrasing.

Teacher notes

Practice achieving a soft, bell-like tone quality throughout the melodic passage.

Technical focus

cantabilepedaling

Mood

tenderserene

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Berceuse (Op.144) by Arthur Mason?

Berceuse (Op.144) is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 3.

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 (Op.144) lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Berceuse?

Berceuse (Op.144) 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 La fille aux cheveux de lin by Claude Debussy, Solace by Scott Joplin, Au Matin by Benjamin Godard — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.