Description:

“Mr. Brahms' Famous Lullaby - Level 2a Lesson - pg. 16-17” is classified as a Level 1 Piano work worth 68 points within the Road to Virtuosity progression system. It is categorized under Faber Piano Adventures → Level 2a - Lesson and is part of the 1900’s - Present collection. The sheet music for “Mr. Brahms' Famous Lullaby - Level 2a Lesson - pg. 16-17” is not provided on this website because the work is copyrighted. Students may still use this page to view piece details, submit performance videos, earn points, and track their progress on Road to Virtuosity.

“Mr. Brahms’ Famous Lullaby” is an early-level piano arrangement based on Johannes Brahms’s famous lullaby. The piece is written in 3/4 time and marked Gently, with a soft, rocking character. The student part uses simple rhythms, long held notes, short slurred phrases, and a melody that is shared between the hands. The score also introduces the damper pedal, showing the student when to press it down and when to lift it near the end.

The pickup and measures 1–5 introduce the gentle lullaby melody. The left hand begins with a small pickup figure, while the right hand plays longer melody notes above it. The rhythm is simple, but the student must count carefully because the piece begins before the first full measure.

Measures 6–11 continue the melody with the same calm character. The hands take turns carrying small parts of the tune, and the slurs help connect the notes smoothly. The music grows slightly to mf, then settles back down.

Measures 12–17 form the closing section. The music becomes softer again, with more long notes, a short ritardando, and a final pedal marking. The score asks the student to play any high F at the end, giving the piece a soft, bedtime-like finish.

Interesting fact: Brahms’s original lullaby is called Wiegenlied, Op. 49, No. 4. It was originally written as a song for voice and piano, but the melody became one of the most famous lullabies in the world.

How to earn points for this piece:

1. Download or purchase the sheet music.

2. Practice the piece carefully. Watch the video example to make sure you are accurate.

3. Record yourself on video and upload it to YouTube. Perfection is not required. A few minor mistakes are okay.

4. Submit a link to your video here for evaluation. We will watch your performance and give you feedback. If you need more practice, we will let you know what to work on and provide additional practice suggestions. You may also submit your video publicly so other users can evaluate it.

5. If your performance is approved, your video will be accepted and you can collect your points.