Description
This set of seven bagatelles, published during Beethoven's middle period, mixes light, playful pieces with more lyrical ones, generally more approachable in mood than his later bagatelle collections. At about eighteen minutes and densely written, it calls for advanced players who can shift character clearly between pieces.
Character pieces that depict a specific mood or scene, including Beethoven's Bagatelles — short works full of distinct personality.
About the Composer
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
Born in Bonn and active in Vienna, Ludwig van Beethoven is among the towering figures in music history, bridging the Classical and Romantic eras. Despite losing his hearing in later life, he continued composing, pursuing innovative forms and intense emotional expression in his symphonies and piano sonatas. His beloved piano piece "Fur Elise" and his 32 piano sonatas remain widely performed. This site features 96 of his works, including piano concertos and piano trios.
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