Berceuse

Laura NetzelOp.59

RomanticObscureberceuseAndante6/8~3 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 5ABRSM 5

About this piece

Laura Netzel, a Swedish composer, wrote this piece in a refined Romantic style. It is a lyrical work that demonstrates a deep understanding of the piano's singing capabilities.

Teacher notes

Practice achieving a seamless connection between melody notes while keeping the accompaniment quiet.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingvoicingrubato

Mood

tendercontemplativelyrical

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Berceuse (Op.59) by Laura Netzel?

Berceuse (Op.59) is rated Henle level 4 of 9 — intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 5–6. 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 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 (Op.59) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Berceuse?

Berceuse (Op.59) 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 Laura Netzel, Ballad by Laura Netzel, Blå grottan by Laura Netzel — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.