Bertha

Camille Schubert

RomanticObscureromanceAndantino4/4~3 min
H3
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 3

About this piece

Camille Schubert (a pseudonym for E. Croisez) was well-known for writing light piano pieces for domestic settings. This 'Bertha' is a graceful and unpretentious work intended for expressive, pleasant listening.

Teacher notes

Ensure the pedal is used carefully to create a clean, singing tone without blurring the harmonies.

Technical focus

cantabilepedalingvoicing

Mood

intimatetender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Bertha by Camille Schubert?

Bertha 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 Bertha?

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 Bertha?

A typical performance of Bertha lasts about 3 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Bertha?

Bertha is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to Bertha?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include As-tu vu la comète ? by Camille Schubert, Für Elise by Ludwig van Beethoven, La fille aux cheveux de lin by Claude Debussy — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.