Ludwig v. Beethoven

Ludwig van Beethoven revolutionized piano literature with daring harmonies and dramatic structures, leaving an indelible mark on keyboard repertoire. From the lyrical Bagatelle “Für Elise”—well-suited to late-beginner and intermediate study—to the atmospheric first movement of the “Moonlight” Sonata, intermediate players find expressive challenges without overwhelming technique. Advanced artists relish the stormy “Appassionata” and the colossal Sonata No. 29 “Hammerklavier,” enduring benchmarks of pianistic virtuosity and stamina.