- What is Beethoven's most famous sonata?
- Why is it called the Waldstein sonata?
- What does Waldstein mean?
- Is Beethoven Moonlight Sonata?
What is Beethoven's most famous sonata?
Beethoven's 'Moonlight' Sonata (aka 'Piano Sonata No. 14 in C sharp minor Op. 27/2') is one of the most famous pieces of music ever written for the piano.
Why is it called the Waldstein sonata?
The sonata's name derives from Beethoven's dedication to his close friend and patron Count Ferdinand Ernst Gabriel von Waldstein of Vienna. Like the Archduke Trio (one of many pieces dedicated to Archduke Rudolph), it is named for Waldstein even though other works are dedicated to him.
What does Waldstein mean?
German: habitational name from a place in Bohemia called Waldstein, named with Middle High German walt 'forest' + stein 'stone'.
Is Beethoven Moonlight Sonata?
2, is a piano sonata by Ludwig van Beethoven.
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Piano Sonata No. 14 (Beethoven)
Piano Sonata No. 14 | |
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Other name | Moonlight Sonata |
Key | C♯ minor |
Opus | Op. 27, No. 2 |
Style | Classical period |