Bergeronnette

Charles Samuel Bovy-LysbergOp.93

RomanticObscureromanceA-flat majorAndante6/8~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 4ABRSM 4

About this piece

Bovy-Lysberg's Bergeronnette is a classic example of mid-19th century salon music, focusing on lyrical elegance. It is musically distinguished by its flowing compound time signature and delicate ornamentation.

Teacher notes

The student must master smooth, legato pedaling to maintain the lyrical character of the melody.

Technical focus

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bergeronnette (Op.93) by Charles Samuel Bovy-Lysberg?

Bergeronnette (Op.93) is rated Henle level 3 of 9 — late beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 4–5. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 4.

What level do I need to play Bergeronnette?

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 Bergeronnette?

A typical performance of Bergeronnette (Op.93) lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bergeronnette?

Bergeronnette (Op.93) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Bergeronnette?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Canto alla mazurka by Charles Samuel Bovy-Lysberg, Berceuse by Charles Samuel Bovy-Lysberg, Für Elise by Ludwig van Beethoven — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.