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Für Elise

Ludwig van Beethoven

🎹 Piano

⭐ Intermediate

⏱️ ~3 minutes

📅 Composed 1810

24

Currently Practicing

187

Total Learners

1.2k

Hours Practiced

About This Piece

Für Elise (Bagatelle No. 25 in A minor, WoO 59) is one of Ludwig van Beethoven's most popular compositions. Despite its fame, the piece wasn't published until 40 years after Beethoven's death in 1867.

The title "Für Elise" means "For Elise" in German, though the identity of Elise remains a mystery. Some scholars suggest it may have been a transcription error, and the piece was actually written for Therese Malfatti, one of Beethoven's students.

The piece is beloved by piano students worldwide for its memorable opening theme and serves as a stepping stone to more advanced classical repertoire. Its gentle, lyrical melody contrasts beautifully with the more dramatic middle section.

Quick Facts

Catalog Number

WoO 59

Key

A minor

Time Signature

3/8

Tempo

Poco moto

Form

Rondo (ABACA)

Duration

~3 minutes

What the Community is Saying

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Sarah Chen

Piano • 2 weeks ago

Finally nailed the transition into the B section! This piece has been on my bucket list for years. The practice tracking really helps me stay consistent.

⏱️ 8.5 hours practiced

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Marcus Johnson

Piano • 5 days ago

Pro tip: slow down the middle section and work on hand independence. It's trickier than it looks! Day 12 and I'm starting to get it.

⏱️ 4.2 hours practiced

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Emma Rodriguez

Piano • 1 day ago

Just performed this at my recital! My teacher suggested starting with the main theme and adding sections gradually. So glad I tracked my progress here.

⏱️ 15.3 hours practiced

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Alex Kim

Piano • 3 days ago

The hardest part for me was keeping the tempo steady. Metronome practice is key! Love seeing how many others are working on this piece too.

⏱️ 6.7 hours practiced

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Lisa Anderson

Piano • 1 week ago

Coming back to this piece after 10 years. Amazing how much easier it is now! The practice logs are perfect for seeing my improvement day by day.

⏱️ 3.8 hours practiced

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James Park

Piano • 4 days ago

Started this with my 11-year-old. She's obsessed! We practice together every morning before school. The streak feature keeps her motivated.

⏱️ 5.1 hours practiced

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