Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Trio Bassoon,Clarinet,Oboe - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1147491 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Ander. Christmas,Classical,Instructional,March,Romantic Period. 9 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #747729. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1147491). This arrangement adapted for wind trio was designed to make its listeners weep with emotion, because the adaptation preserves the original essence of the work, keeping its integrity faithful to what Beethoven wanted to transmit, with only a slight change in tone and addition of harmonic resources in the structure of the arrangement. Even though it is a funeral march, it is well suited for any musical performance occasion, being intended for beginner students who want to immerse themselves in the universe of romantic music, and nothing better than starting with the transitional composer of this period, which also does not prevent professional teachers from using it for recitals, academic presentations or didactic material in their classes as an ensemble practice. Ludwig van Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 14 in C minor sharp, Op. 27, No. 2, is one of his most popular compositions and was an audience favorite even in his day. Written when Beethoven was 31, the Moonlight Sonata (Mondscheinsonate in German) was composed after he finished some commissioned works, but there is no evidence that he was hired to write this work. It did not receive its nickname until 1832, five years after Beethoven's death. It was the critic Ludwig Rellstab who compared the music to a moonlighting on Lake Lucerne. This comparison was adopted as a nickname for the work. Called Quasi una fantasia by the author - like its companion Op. 27, No. 1 - the piece was completed in 1801 and dedicated the following year to one of the composer's pupils. Beethoven chose to open the sonata with a slow, hypnotic arpeggio movement, the best known of the entire work. The dotted rhythm of its minimal melody evokes the tradition of 'Trauermusik' (funeral music).

Trombone Duet Trombone - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1444881 Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Rika K. 19th Century,Chamber,Romantic Period. Score. 4 pages. Rika K. #1024749. Published by Rika K. (A0.1444881). We proudly present the sheet music for a unique arrangement of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake Theme, a short version adapted for  We proudly present the sheet music for a unique arrangement of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake Theme, a short version adapted for Trombone Duet. This iconic ballet score, known for its deep emotion and complex beauty, has been gracefully simplified to make it accessible to a diverse range of performers. Ideal for music instructors seeking valuable teaching resources, families wanting to immerse their children in classic music, or professional musicians in need of an elegant yet straightforward piece for encores or intimate performances. This arrangement is also perfectly suited for academic showcases or community concerts.Delve into the enchanting world of Tchaikovsky’s song and experience the magic of one of the most beloved works in the classical music repertoire. Embrace the opportunity to explore the narrative depths and emotional highs of this timeless ballet.Don’t miss the chance to add this essential sheet music to your musical collection. Get your arrangement of Swan Lake Theme!

String Quartet Cello,Double Bass,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1174146 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Ander. Classical,Instructional,March,Opera,Romantic Period. 12 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #774311. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1174146). This arrangement adapted for string ensemble was written keeping the characteristics of the original work, that is, inspiring and significant to the already known choral symphony by Beethoven, indicated to be performed by young music students, who want to enter the symphonic music, moreover, it can also be used by professional musicians, for recitals, repertoire, academic presentations and didactic material. As much as it is a funeral march, it is well suited for any musical performance occasion. The transcription is faithful to the structure, with only one change in key, so that it is comfortable for all instruments in the formation, thus maintaining the essence of the striking melody, as well as using it for ensemble practice among musicians of different traditions.Beethoven's Ninth Symphony Op. 125 incorporates part of the poem An die Freude (To Joy), a hymn written by Friedrich Schiller, with the text sung by soloists and a choir in its last movement. It was the first example of a major composer using the human voice as prominently as the instruments in a symphony, thus creating a far-reaching work that set the tone for the symphonic form that was to be adopted by Romantic composers. This is the last complete symphony composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. The choral symphony, better known as the Ninth Symphony or The Ninth, is one of the best known works in the Western repertoire, considered both an icon and predecessor of Romantic music, and one of Beethoven's great masterpieces, where it was first performed on May 7, 1824, the same year it was completed, at the Kärntnertortheater in Vienna, Austria. The conductor was Michael Umlauf, the theater's music director, and Beethoven - dissuaded from conducting by the advanced stage of his deafness - was given a special place on the stage next to the conductor. It was later rearranged by Herbert von Karajan to become the anthem of the European Union in 1972, the national anthem of Rhodesia from 1974 until 1979, Rise, O Voices of Rhodesia, used the tune Ode to Joy..

String Ensemble,String Trio - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.861821 Arranged by Mark O'Connor, Edgar Meyer. 20th Century,Contemporary,Folk. Score and parts. 11 pages. Mark O'Connor Musik International #6202453. Published by Mark O'Connor Musik International (A0.861821). Chief Sitting In The Rain (score – vln, vla, cel) MO114DScore (parts available)Music by Mark O’Connor7 pages - 2:00 minutes in length Chief Sitting In The Rain adapted for violin, viola and cello is a traditional fiddle tune that Mark O'Connor and Edgar Meyer arranged for their album with Yo-Yo Ma entitled Appalachia Waltz. O'Connor learned this tune from fiddling legend Benny Thomasson at an early age. Thomasson developed the parts of the tune as incorporated here. O'Connor and Meyer then completed the arrangement with understated counterpoint lines. The result is an old-time fiddle tune with a classical charm. Chief Sitting In The Rain, also known as Chief Sitting Bull has the distinction of being the first piece the trio played in public. Immediately following their first rehearsal, Ma and Meyer stopped by O'Connor's class of students at Vanderbilt University and ended up playing the new music. The music is suited for advanced and intermediate levels. Original music printed from the composer’s manuscripts.Music editing, copying and engraving by Mark O’Connorusing Finale on Apple Macintosh 1995 Public Domain Arranged by Mark O’Connor and Edgar MeyerOriginally released on Appalachia Waltz featuring Mark O’Connor, Yo-Yo Ma and Edgar Meyer, Sony ClassicalChief Sitting In The Rain can be heard on Mark O'Connor's Crossing Bridges OMAC Recordshttps://omacrecords.com/omac-7-crossing-bridges Catalogue Number MO114DCopyright © 1995 by Mark O’Connor Music InternationalFor more information on violinist and composer Mark O'Connor, O’Connor String Camps, Touring Ensembles, Discography, Bio, Repertoire and more, please visitwww.markoconnor.com For information on the O’Connor Method – instructional book series for violin, viola, cello and school string orchestra programs:www.oconnormethod.com  

Easy Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1271933 Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by Darek. Baroque,Classical,Early Music. Score. 2 pages. Darek #864285. Published by Darek (A0.1271933). Arrival of the Queen Sheba (EASY PIANO) from the Oratorio Solomon (HWV 67) [George Frideric Handel]Simplified arrangement for pianists of Arrival of the Queen Sheba from the Oratorio Solomon (HWV 67) by George Frideric Handel. Easy version for pianists | Easy piano arrangement | Beginner Version | Easy Piano Sheet Music For Beginners. Included: Fingering, Dynamics, Articulations and video YouTube tutorial.  Unleash the grandeur of George Frideric Handel's Arrival of the Queen of Sheba from the Oratorio Solomon (HWV 67) with my Easy Piano Sheet Music collection. Perfectly suited for beginner pianists, this exquisite Easy Level arrangement allows you to immerse yourself in the majestic beauty of Handel's composition from the Baroque era. Step into the enchanting realm of classical music as you explore the regal melodies of this timeless piece. With meticulously notated Fingering, Articulation, and Dynamics, you can effortlessly express the piece's emotional depth and artistic brilliance. Accelerate your learning journey with the included Youtube video tutorial, thoughtfully designed to guide you in mastering the piece and refining your performance. Enhance your musical experience and uncover the nuances that make this piece a cherished gem. As one of the Best Handel Pieces tailored for beginner pianists, this sheet music offers a gratifying and rewarding musical adventure. Embrace the beauty of piano music and let the harmonious notes transport you to a world of elegance and artistic expression. Keywords: Sheet Music, Piano, Pianists, George Frideric Handel, Arrival of the Queen of Sheba, Oratorio Solomon, HWV 67, Easy Level, Beginner Version, Baroque Era, Fingering, Articulation, Dynamics, Youtube tutorial, Music, Notes, Melodies, Classical Music, Majestic Beauty, Regal Melodies, Timeless Piece, Cherished Gem.

Piano Solo - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1415778 By ROBERT VAN HORNE. By ROBERT VAN HORNE. Film/TV,Instructional,Multicultural,New Age,Romantic Period,World. Score. 8 pages. White Piano International Publishing #993458. Published by White Piano International Publishing (A0.1415778). SONG FOR XIAN (Original Piano Music) from the Album “CHINA LOVE�Composed and Arranged by Robert Van Horne in 1993Advanced Intermediate Piano Solo 8 PagesApproximate Duration: 4:00 MinutesIn 1987, while residing in Singapore, the captivating strains of Richard Clayderman’s Ballade Pour Adeline sparked the inception of SONG FOR XIAN. Drawing parallels in structure to Clayderman’s renowned 1977 composition, this piece was born from a simple melody, dedicated to an imaginary young Chinese girl named Xian. Thus, emerged the emotive piece, SONG FOR XIAN, as part of my envisioned album celebrating the essence of Chinese music, aptly titled “CHINA LOVE.�The score for SONG FOR XIAN is meticulously notated with dynamic and articulation markings, phrasing, pedal indications, chord symbols, along with suggested fingerings and pertinent musical terminology for seamless performances.This arrangement is ideally suited for accomplished students, seasoned pianists, and piano instructors alike.Although this mp3 audio sample featuring additional background instruments remains incomplete, the full rendition of SONG FOR XIAN can be enjoyed on Robert’s “CHINA LOVE� album.Additionally, an EARLY INTERMEDIATE PIANO arrangement of select pieces from the album, entitled TEN MUSICAL THEMES FROM “CHINA LOVE,� is available for purchase at the following links:Sheet Music Plus Sheet Music Direct Published by White Piano International PublishingRobert is a member of ASCAPWebsite: www.robertvanhorne.comEmail: rvh@robertvanhorne.com.

Saxophone Quintet,Woodwind Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1127723 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Ander. Christmas,Classical,Instructional,March,Romantic Period. 16 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #728330. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1127723). This arrangement adapted for woodwind quintet was designed to make its listeners weep with emotion, because the adaptation preserves the original essence of the work, keeping its integrity faithful to what Beethoven wanted to transmit, with only a slight change in tone and addition of harmonic resources in the structure of the arrangement. Even though it is a funeral march, it is well suited for any musical performance occasion, being intended for beginner students who want to immerse themselves in the universe of romantic music, and nothing better than starting with the transitional composer of this period, which also does not prevent professional teachers from using it for recitals, academic presentations or didactic material in their classes as an ensemble practice. Ludwig van Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 14 in C minor sharp, Op. 27, No. 2, is one of his most popular compositions and was an audience favorite even in his day. Written when Beethoven was 31, the Moonlight Sonata (Mondscheinsonate in German) was composed after he finished some commissioned works, but there is no evidence that he was hired to write this work. It did not receive its nickname until 1832, five years after Beethoven's death. It was the critic Ludwig Rellstab who compared the music to a moonlighting on Lake Lucerne. This comparison was adopted as a nickname for the work. Called Quasi una fantasia by the author - like its companion Op. 27, No. 1 - the piece was completed in 1801 and dedicated the following year to one of the composer's pupils. Beethoven chose to open the sonata with a slow, hypnotic arpeggio movement, the best known of the entire work. The dotted rhythm of its minimal melody evokes the tradition of 'Trauermusik' (funeral music).

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1371888 By Johann Pachelbel. By Johann Pachelbel. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Baroque,Classical,Wedding. Score. 3 pages. Glauco Fernandes #956080. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1371888). Explore the sublime grandeur of classical music with the exclusive sheet music for the intermediate piano arrangement of Johann Pachelbel's Canon in D. This exquisitely crafted arrangement has been thoughtfully designed to cater to intermediate-level pianists, providing an engaging and rewarding musical experience.The sheet music for Canon in D maintains an accessible approach, making it an ideal choice for pianists who already possess intermediate skills and wish to further refine their piano proficiency. The notes have been meticulously arranged, allowing for a smooth and expressive interpretation of Pachelbel's majestic composition.Ideal for a variety of events, this piano arrangement of Canon in D adds a touch of elegance to performances, especially well-suited for weddings, where the classical beauty of this piece can create a truly memorable atmosphere. Whether for celebratory moments or more formal settings, this sheet music offers a lush and sophisticated interpretation, enhancing the ambiance of any occasion.Acquire the intermediate piano arrangement of Canon in D now and immerse yourself in the classical opulence of this iconic composition. With its intrinsic quality and suitability for intermediate-level musicians, this arrangement will not only provide a rewarding challenge but also become a distinctive addition to your piano repertoire.If you're looking for more high-quality sheet music, we recommend searching for Glauco Fernandes in the website's search bar. Contact: glaucofernandes.arrangements@gmail.com.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quintet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1088968 By Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow. By David Biral, Denzel Michael-Akil Baptiste, Jack Harlow, Kanye Omari West, Mark Carl Stolinski Williams, Montero Lamar Hill, Nicholas Lee, Raul Ignacio Cubina, and Rosario Peter Lenzo Iv. Arranged by Ander. Hip-Hop,Pop,R & B. 18 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #693179. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1088968). Very popular, especially in trends in tiktok and finals, this arrangement contains a tonal adaptation to be better suited. Besides the facilitation for woodwind quintet, it features melodic originality for better execution of the arrangement for the given purpose. Industry Baby is a song by American rappers Lil Nas X and Jack Harlow, through Columbia Records. It is the third single from Lil Nas X's debut studio album, Montero, following up the international success of lead single Montero (Call Me by Your Name). The song debuted at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the week of August 7, 2021, and became Lil Nas X's third and Harlow's first number-one single on the chart on the week of October 23, 2021. On October 9, 2021, an extended version was released that features a short verse from Lil Nas X during the outro.

Brass Quartet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1402554 By David Archuleta. By John Lennon. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Chamber,Pop,Rock,Wedding. 7 pages. Glauco Fernandes #985775. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1402554). Discover a new musical universe with our exclusive arrangement of John Lennon's iconic song Imagine. Meticulously designed for musicians of easy to intermediate levels, this arrangement stands out for its versatility and beauty, making it a valuable addition to any musician's repertoire.Ideal for a wide range of musicians, from students seeking challenges to expand their techniques and musicality, to teachers looking for rich and stimulating sheet music for their music and chamber music classes, this arrangement offers a unique experience. Professionals will also find in our Imagine arrangement a perfect choice to diversify their performances, especially suited for special events such as weddings, where the demand for heart-touching music is always high.This arrangement was created with practicality and beauty in mind, offering an easy yet professional execution. It's an incredible opportunity for musicians who wish not only to perform one of the most emblematic songs of the 20th century but also to impress their audience with a unique and memorable version.Moreover, music teachers will find in this arrangement a valuable pedagogical tool, capable of motivating students with well-known repertoire while developing important skills. Similarly, students in search of artistic growth will delight in learning and performing this arrangement, elevating their performances to a new level.For professionals, this arrangement means versatility, allowing them to stand out in a variety of musical contexts. Whether in recitals, corporate events, or celebrations, Imagine in our special arrangement promises to enchant all listeners, creating unforgettable moments.Now available on our online sheet music selling platform, this arrangement of Imagine is the perfect choice for musicians who value quality, beauty, and practicality. Don't miss the chance to add this masterpiece to your musical repertoire. Purchase it today and transform the way you experience music.Tags: Imagine sheet music, John Lennon, music for events, wedding repertoire, easy intermediate arrangement, chamber music, music class material, musical techniques, musicality, piano sheet music, repertoire for teachers, professional sheet music, sheet music for students, repertoire expansion, iconic music, musical performance, special events, music for recitals, Imagine arrangement, piano.

String Quartet Cello,Double Bass,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1173852 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Ander. Christmas,Classical,Instructional,March,Romantic Period. 12 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #774005. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1173852). This arrangement adapted for string ensemble was designed to make its listeners weep with emotion, because the adaptation preserves the original essence of the work, keeping its integrity faithful to what Beethoven wanted to transmit, with only a slight change in tone and addition of harmonic resources in the structure of the arrangement. Even though it is a funeral march, it is well suited for any musical performance occasion, being intended for beginner students who want to immerse themselves in the universe of romantic music, and nothing better than starting with the transitional composer of this period, which also does not prevent professional teachers from using it for recitals, academic presentations or didactic material in their classes as an ensemble practice.Ludwig van Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 14 in C minor sharp, Op. 27, No. 2, is one of his most popular compositions and was an audience favorite even in his day. Written when Beethoven was 31, the Moonlight Sonata (Mondscheinsonate in German) was composed after he finished some commissioned works, but there is no evidence that he was hired to write this work. It did not receive its nickname until 1832, five years after Beethoven's death. It was the critic Ludwig Rellstab who compared the music to a moonlighting on Lake Lucerne. This comparison was adopted as a nickname for the work. Called Quasi una fantasia by the author - like its companion Op. 27, No. 1 - the piece was completed in 1801 and dedicated the following year to one of the composer's pupils. Beethoven chose to open the sonata with a slow, hypnotic arpeggio movement, the best known of the entire work. The dotted rhythm of its minimal melody evokes the tradition of 'Trauermusik' (funeral music).

Saxophone Quartet,Woodwind Ensemble Tenor Saxophone - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1140800 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Ander. Classical,Instructional,March,Opera,Romantic Period. 12 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #741056. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1140800). This arrangement adapted for tenor sax quartet was written keeping the characteristics of the original work, that is, inspiring and significant to the already known choral symphony by Beethoven, indicated to be performed by young music students, who want to enter the symphonic music, moreover, it can also be used by professional musicians, for recitals, repertoire, academic presentations and didactic material. As much as it is a funeral march, it is well suited for any musical performance occasion. The transcription is faithful to the structure, with only one change in key, so that it is comfortable for all instruments in the formation, thus maintaining the essence of the striking melody, as well as using it for ensemble practice among musicians of different traditions. Beethoven's Ninth Symphony Op. 125 incorporates part of the poem An die Freude (To Joy), a hymn written by Friedrich Schiller, with the text sung by soloists and a choir in its last movement. It was the first example of a major composer using the human voice as prominently as the instruments in a symphony, thus creating a far-reaching work that set the tone for the symphonic form that was to be adopted by Romantic composers. This is the last complete symphony composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. The choral symphony, better known as the Ninth Symphony or The Ninth, is one of the best known works in the Western repertoire, considered both an icon and predecessor of Romantic music, and one of Beethoven's great masterpieces, where it was first performed on May 7, 1824, the same year it was completed, at the Kärntnertortheater in Vienna, Austria. The conductor was Michael Umlauf, the theater's music director, and Beethoven - dissuaded from conducting by the advanced stage of his deafness - was given a special place on the stage next to the conductor. It was later rearranged by Herbert von Karajan to become the anthem of the European Union in 1972, the national anthem of Rhodesia from 1974 until 1979, Rise, O Voices of Rhodesia, used the tune Ode to Joy..

Brass Quintet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1392201 By Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass. By Julius Wechter. Arranged by Peet du Toit. Multicultural,World. 6 pages. Peet du Toit #975691. Published by Peet du Toit (A0.1392201). Spanish Flea is a popular song written by Julius Wechter in the 1960s with lyrics by his wife Cissy Wechter. The original version was recorded by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass. Cover versions of the song have been recorded by dozens of artists worldwide.Julius Wechter was a percussionist in Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass, most notably on marimba. Spanish Flea was one of several songs he wrote for the group. It was released as an instrumental on the B-side to the single What Now My Love from their 1965 album Going Places. The album was a No. 1 hit in the U.S., and the single peaked at No. 27 on the Billboard Hot 100. Spanish Flea featured Alpert's trumpet over a Latin rhythm backing.The original version was recorded on August 13, 1965 at Gold Star Studios in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. Two other songs were recorded during that session, those being And I Love Her and More And More Amor. In the United States, the song is closely associated with the long-running game show The Dating Game, for which it was played when the bachelor entered into the stage to ask questions to learn and choose which bachelorette had best suited the needs of that bachelor.Here's your Brass Quintet version with Percussion to enjoy!

English Horn,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1160382 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Ander. Classical,Instructional,March,Opera,Romantic Period. Score and part. 6 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #760665. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1160382). This arrangement adapted for cor anglais and piano was written keeping the characteristics of the original work, that is, inspiring and significant to the already known choral symphony by Beethoven, indicated to be performed by young music students, who want to enter the symphonic music, moreover, it can also be used by professional musicians, for recitals, repertoire, academic presentations and didactic material. As much as it is a funeral march, it is well suited for any musical performance occasion. The transcription is faithful to the structure, with only one change in key, so that it is comfortable for all instruments in the formation, thus maintaining the essence of the striking melody, as well as using it for ensemble practice among musicians of different traditions.Beethoven's Ninth Symphony Op. 125 incorporates part of the poem An die Freude (To Joy), a hymn written by Friedrich Schiller, with the text sung by soloists and a choir in its last movement. It was the first example of a major composer using the human voice as prominently as the instruments in a symphony, thus creating a far-reaching work that set the tone for the symphonic form that was to be adopted by Romantic composers. This is the last complete symphony composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. The choral symphony, better known as the Ninth Symphony or The Ninth, is one of the best known works in the Western repertoire, considered both an icon and predecessor of Romantic music, and one of Beethoven's great masterpieces, where it was first performed on May 7, 1824, the same year it was completed, at the Kärntnertortheater in Vienna, Austria. The conductor was Michael Umlauf, the theater's music director, and Beethoven - dissuaded from conducting by the advanced stage of his deafness - was given a special place on the stage next to the conductor. It was later rearranged by Herbert von Karajan to become the anthem of the European Union in 1972, the national anthem of Rhodesia from 1974 until 1979, Rise, O Voices of Rhodesia, used the tune Ode to Joy..

Oboe,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1156930 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Ander. Christmas,Classical,Instructional,March,Romantic Period. Score and part. 5 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #757274. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1156930). This arrangement adapted for oboe and piano was designed to make its listeners weep with emotion, because the adaptation preserves the original essence of the work, keeping its integrity faithful to what Beethoven wanted to transmit, with only a slight change in tone and addition of harmonic resources in the structure of the arrangement. Even though it is a funeral march, it is well suited for any musical performance occasion, being intended for beginner students who want to immerse themselves in the universe of romantic music, and nothing better than starting with the transitional composer of this period, which also does not prevent professional teachers from using it for recitals, academic presentations or didactic material in their classes as an ensemble practice. Ludwig van Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 14 in C minor sharp, Op. 27, No. 2, is one of his most popular compositions and was an audience favorite even in his day. Written when Beethoven was 31, the Moonlight Sonata (Mondscheinsonate in German) was composed after he finished some commissioned works, but there is no evidence that he was hired to write this work. It did not receive its nickname until 1832, five years after Beethoven's death. It was the critic Ludwig Rellstab who compared the music to a moonlighting on Lake Lucerne. This comparison was adopted as a nickname for the work. Called Quasi una fantasia by the author - like its companion Op. 27, No. 1 - the piece was completed in 1801 and dedicated the following year to one of the composer's pupils. Beethoven chose to open the sonata with a slow, hypnotic arpeggio movement, the best known of the entire work. The dotted rhythm of its minimal melody evokes the tradition of 'Trauermusik' (funeral music).