Question 1

How hard is Couleurs d'automne (Op.52) by Hervé Roullet?

Accepted Answer

Couleurs d'automne (Op.52) 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.

Question 2

What level do I need to play Couleurs d'automne?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

How long is Couleurs d'automne?

Accepted Answer

A typical performance of Couleurs d'automne (Op.52) lasts about 4 minutes.

Question 4

Where can I get free sheet music for Couleurs d'automne?

Accepted Answer

Couleurs d'automne (Op.52) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

Question 5

What pieces are similar to Couleurs d'automne?

Accepted Answer

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include Au printemps by Hervé Roullet, Berceuse by Cyril Scott, 'Neath Swinging Roses by Albert William Ketèlbey — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.