Cheung-Classical Sonata-M

Classical Sonata by Pius Cheung began as a composition exercise to write in the style of Beethoven. Needless to say, this work can in no way be compared to the genius of Beethoven. It is merely my humble tribute as a composer and marimbist to one fo the greatest geniuses in the history of music. Structurally, this piece follows the traditional sonata form, which is one of the biggest trademarks of the era. The work is in four movements. First in sonata-allegro form, Second is slow singing and elegant, third a short scherzo, fourth also in sonata-allegro form with a short glimpse of the first movement in the middle. The entire work is about 23 minutes long and is written for a 5 octave marimba.