The opening theme of Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 16 in C major, K. 545 (1788), which he called "for beginners" and which is known as the "Sonata facile" — the easy sonata. Its trill is played here as simple notes.
How many keys do I need for Mozart · Sonata Facile?
10 keys, all white keys, played with the right hand: 1 = G, 2 = A, 3 = B, 4 = C, 5 = D, 6 = E, 7 = F, 8 = G, 9 = A, 10 = C.
What are the first notes of Mozart · Sonata Facile?
In numbers: 4 6 8 3 4 5 4 9. In letter notes: C E G B C D C A.
Is Mozart · Sonata Facile free to play and share?
Yes. Mozart · Sonata Facile is in the public domain (Mozart, Piano Sonata No. 16 K.545 (1788)). 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 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 21 seconds at 80 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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