Beethoven: A selection of gem-like masterpieces that are easy to play on the piano

Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the greatest composers in the history of music.

Known for leaving masterpieces in a wide range of forms—including 32 piano sonatas, symphonies, chamber music, opera, and sacred music—he remains one of the most beloved classical composers worldwide more than 250 years after his birth.

This time, we’ve selected relatively easy pieces among Beethoven’s works that are more approachable to play on the piano.

We’ve chosen not only pieces originally written for solo piano but also a broad selection including arrangements of symphonies, so please find the one that suits you best and give it a try!

Playlist

Beethoven: A selection of gem-like masterpieces that are easy to play on the piano
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Piano Sonata No. 25, Op. 79, Movement IIILudwig van Beethoven		A graceful romantic masterpiece in 9/8 time
2	Six Variations, WoO 70, on the duet ‘Pria ch’io l’impegno’ (My heart is already growing faint) from Paisiello’s opera ‘La molinara’Ludwig van Beethoven		It’s a piece that is often performed even at children’s recitals, and yet...
3	Sonatina No. 5, Movement I in G majorLudwig van Beethoven		The ever-popular piece at recitals, Sonatina No. 5 ...
4	Piano Sonata No. 20, Op. 49 No. 2, First MovementLudwig van Beethoven		Beethoven’s ... which is known for its high level of difficulty
5	Armand in A major, WoO 81Ludwig van Beethoven		4/4 time, the allure of a splendid dance
6	Ecossaises in E-flat major, WoO 86Ludwig van Beethoven		Inspired by traditional Scottish folk dance…
7	“Ode to Joy” from Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125, Fourth MovementLudwig van Beethoven		Beethoven’s work, which is also well-loved as a choral piece, ...
8	Six Écossaises No. 1Ludwig van Beethoven		A lively 2/4-time rhythm leaves a strong impression, Sco...
9	Sonatine No. 5, Movement II in G majorLudwig van Beethoven		Beethoven’s masterpiece “Sonatina No. 5 …”
10	7 Ländler WoO 11 No. 7Ludwig van Beethoven		An elegant 3/4 time, a masterpiece by Beethoven
11	Piano Sonata No. 25, Op. 79, Second MovementLudwig van Beethoven		An elegant movement with a Russian-style melody
12	11 New Bagatelles for Piano, Op. 119: No. 1 in G minorLudwig van Beethoven		Beethoven’s piano miniature, profound musicality
13	11 New Bagatelles for Piano, Op. 119 No. 9 in A minorLudwig van Beethoven		A gem of a piano miniature introduced
14	7 Ländler WoO 11 No. 4Ludwig van Beethoven		The cheerful music of Austrian folk dance
15	Piano Sonata No. 20, Op. 49 No. 2, Second MovementLudwig van Beethoven		A warm triple-meter piece in minuet form
16	Piano Sonata No. 19, Op. 49-1, First MovementLudwig van Beethoven		A work by Beethoven. Calm and approachable. Suitable for beginners.
17	11 New Bagatelles for Piano, Op. 119 No. 8 in C majorLudwig van Beethoven		Rich music, a pleasant resonance, and moving emotion
18	Six Ecossaises No. 3Ludwig van Beethoven		A lively Scottish-style social dance tune
19	Six Écossaises No. 5Ludwig van Beethoven		An elegant dance in E-flat major, with a light, lively rhythm
20	Seven Ländlers, WoO 11 No. 3Ludwig van Beethoven		A classical work for piano in the Ländler style, premiered in Vienna in 1799
21	Piano Sonata No. 12 in A-flat major, Op. 26 “Funeral March”Ludwig van Beethoven		Beethoven’s Funeral March Sonata is an intermediate-level work.
22	Sonatina No. 6, Movement IILudwig van Beethoven		Beethoven’s famous piece in rondo form, “...
23	I love you.Ludwig van Beethoven		Also known by the name 'Gentle Love,' Beetho...
24	Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13 “Pathétique,” Second MovementLudwig van Beethoven		Second movement of Beethoven's Pathétique Sonata
25	Six Ecossaises, WoO 83Ludwig van Beethoven		Incorporating the Scottish dance, the écossaise...
26	Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13-2 “Pathétique,” Second MovementLudwig van Beethoven		Especially in Beethoven’s early piano sonatas…
27	Écossaises, WoO 23Ludwig van Beethoven		The era when Beethoven was alive was in duple meter…
28	Seven Bagatelles, Op. 33 No. 1Ludwig van Beethoven		Beethoven’s masterpiece “Seven Bagatelles, Op. …”
29	Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 27 No. 2 “Moonlight,” I. AllegrettoLudwig van Beethoven		Beethoven pieces that are especially easy to perform for beginners…
30	Piano Sonata No. 15, Op. 28 “Pastoral,” Movement IILudwig van Beethoven		Beethoven’s famous work, “Piano Sonata…”
31	Sonatina No. 6, Movement I in G majorLudwig van Beethoven		It is said that Beethoven composed it in his boyhood...
32	From Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67 “Fate,” First MovementLudwig van Beethoven		Beethoven’s great work, Symphony No. 5…
33	Turkish MarchLudwig van Beethoven		Honing expressiveness through Beethoven’s marches
34	Für EliseLudwig van Beethoven		Beethoven, who is frequently performed even at recitals...
35	Minuet in CLudwig van Beethoven		A song that everyone has heard at least once, “Tr…”
36	Farewell, pianoLudwig van Beethoven		It is said to be Beethoven’s final work…
37	Turkish March, The Ruins of Athens – No. 4Ludwig van Beethoven		How to play Beethoven’s Turkish March