Monday, March 25, 2024

Piano Adventures 4: Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven

This lesson plan includes activities and tips for playing Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata in Piano Adventures 4 Technique Book. 

Music Samples

Choose a version of Moonlight Sonata to listen to below.




Tutorial and Practice Steps

Watch the Moonlight Sonata Tutorial practice step sections below and practice the tips before moving on to the next section. She demonstrates a different arrangement of the piece in a different key but gives excellent tips that can be applied to playing any piece with beautiful technique and artistry. 


1. Practice block chords. (see 10:54 Reduction practice).
2. Add wrist circles. (see 15:41 Articulations).
3. Choose Dynamic micro and macro goals. (see 18:06 Dynamics).
4. Determine where to add rubato (see 24:20 Style & mood).


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