The slow movement of Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 21, whose dreamy theme became world famous through the 1967 film Elvira Madigan. The melody is carried by the muted first violins over a pizzicato accompaniment; here it is moved from F major to C major, on white keys with two passing sharps.
How do you play Mozart · Piano Concerto No. 21, Andante on the piano, the easy way?
With one hand and 10 keys: put a finger on key 1, G3, and number the keys the song uses from there. Then press the numbers in order: 3 1 7 3 9 8 7 5 (in letter notes: C G E C G F E D). The whole song lasts about 26 seconds; the lesson on this page shows the next key and waits for you.
How many keys do I need for Mozart · Piano Concerto No. 21, Andante?
10 keys, 2 of them black, played with the right hand: 1 = G, 2 = B, 3 = C, 4 = C♯, 5 = D, 6 = D♯, 7 = E, 8 = F, 9 = G, 10 = A.
What key is the Andante of Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 21 in?
The Andante of Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 21 is in F major. This easy version is moved to C major, so that it stays on the white keys (or almost): the tune is the same, only the starting note changes.
What are the first notes of Mozart · Piano Concerto No. 21, Andante?
In numbers: 3 1 7 3 9 8 7 5. In letter notes: C G E C G F E D.
Is Mozart · Piano Concerto No. 21, Andante free to play and share?
Yes. Mozart · Piano Concerto No. 21, Andante is in the public domain (Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major, K. 467 (1785)). This easy arrangement, its number sheet and its MIDI file are free to use and share for learning.
Can I play it without a piano?
Yes: tap the keys on the page on a phone or tablet, or press the numbers 1–10 (0 for 10) and the letters shown on the keys on a computer keyboard. The lesson waits for the right key and shows the next one.
How long does it take to learn?
The whole song lasts 26 seconds at 64 beats a minute. Most beginners play it through within a few tries; lower the speed with the slider to go slower.
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