Description
Piano Sonata No.9 in E major, Op.14 No.1, was published in 1799 alongside its companion, No.10, and has an intimate, chamber-music-like quality. Beethoven himself later arranged it for string quartet. Its light thematic writing and balanced movement structure reflect the elegance of his early classical style, and at 471 seconds with 4,090 notes, it calls for advanced-level technique.
Piano sonatas representative of the Classical and Romantic eras, including Beethoven's early works — substantial multi-movement pieces throughout.
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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