Brise de mer

Alice Ellen Charbonnet

RomanticObscureromanceF majorModerato4/4~2 min
H2
Henle (estimated)
RCM 3ABRSM 2

About this piece

Alice Ellen Charbonnet’s composition is a charming, simple pedagogical work. It is designed to develop basic melodic control and finger dexterity.

Teacher notes

The student must ensure the melody is clearly brought out above the accompaniment in both hands.

Technical focus

cantabilearticulationvoicing

Mood

intimatetender

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Brise de mer by Alice Ellen Charbonnet?

Brise de mer is rated Henle level 2 of 9 — beginner repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 2–3. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 3.

What level do I need to play Brise de mer?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 2 — meaning you can already play level 1–2 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 Brise de mer?

A typical performance of Brise de mer lasts about 2 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Brise de mer?

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

What pieces are similar to Brise de mer?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Für Elise by Ludwig van Beethoven, At Bedtime, TH 70 by Pyotr Tchaikovsky, Albumblad, EG 109 by Edvard Grieg — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.