Berceuse sur deux notes qui cornent, JA 7bis

Jehan Alain

ModernObscureberceuseCalme4/4~3 min
H4
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 6

About this piece

This piece is a delicate, modernist take on the lullaby form by French composer Jehan Alain. It is musically distinctive for its sparse texture and its focus on two recurring, dissonant notes that create a hypnotic, bell-like effect.

Teacher notes

The primary challenge is maintaining an even, ethereal touch while balancing the two dissonant notes against the melodic fragments.

Technical focus

left-hand-independencevoicingcantabilepedaling

Mood

contemplativetenderatmospheric

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Berceuse sur deux notes qui cornent, JA 7bis by Jehan Alain?

Berceuse sur deux notes qui cornent, JA 7bis 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 sur deux notes qui cornent, JA 7bis?

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 sur deux notes qui cornent, JA 7bis?

A typical performance of Berceuse sur deux notes qui cornent, JA 7bis lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Berceuse sur deux notes qui cornent, JA 7bis?

Berceuse sur deux notes qui cornent, JA 7bis is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Berceuse sur deux notes qui cornent, JA 7bis?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Berceuse sur deux notes qui cornent by Jehan Alain, Au Crépuscule by Mel Bonis, Berceuse by Ilmari Hannikainen — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.