When and why did Beethoven compose his “Moonlight Sonata?
Beethoven wrote this Sonata in 1801. Its real name is Piano Sonata No.14 but is more well known as “Moonlight Sonata”. He dedicated it to his pupil. 17 year old Countess Giulietta Guicciardi. It is said, from several accounts, that he was in love with her. For more information go to: http://en.wikipedia.