Beethoven's Piano Concerto in D minor, K 466, Transciption

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

ClassicalWell-knownsonataD minorAllegro4/4~10 min
H9
Henle (estimated)
RCM 10ABRSM 8

About this piece

This is Charles-Valentin Alkan's transcription of Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466. It is a highly challenging work known for Alkan's dense arrangements and virtuosic demands, transforming the orchestral score for solo piano.

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Teacher notes

Requires extraordinary finger strength, rapid arpeggios, and massive chordal playing.

Technical focus

speed-agilityarpeggiosoctave-runslarge-chords

Mood

dramaticpassionatepowerful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is Beethoven's Piano Concerto in D minor, K 466, Transciption by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?

Beethoven's Piano Concerto in D minor, K 466, Transciption is rated Henle level 9 of 9 — virtuoso repertoire, roughly concert / virtuoso level. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 10.

What level do I need to play Beethoven's Piano Concerto in D minor, K 466, Transciption?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 9 — meaning you can already play level 8–9 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

How long is Beethoven's Piano Concerto in D minor, K 466, Transciption?

A typical performance of Beethoven's Piano Concerto in D minor, K 466, Transciption lasts about 10 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for Beethoven's Piano Concerto in D minor, K 466, Transciption?

Beethoven's Piano Concerto in D minor, K 466, Transciption is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.