Sonata No. 12 Op. 26 – Beethoven

Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 12, Op. 26, is a unique and evocative work that breaks from the traditional sonata form. It opens with a theme and variations, followed by a lively scherzo, a solemn funeral march, and a playful rondo finale. This arrangement for piano captures the essence of Beethoven’s creativity and emotional depth, highlighting his ability to blend contrasting moods within a single work. The funeral march, in particular, is a poignant and deeply moving piece that anticipates the composer’s later explorations of grief and loss.