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Symphony No. 7, Allegretto, by Beethoven

Follow the directions below to perform this piece with us.
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1. Get sheet music.

First, you need to download the sheet music for your instrument. Find your instrument below and download the pdf file for your part. If you play an instrument that's not found below, contact us and we will try to find sheet music for your instrument.

Before downloading, double-check if this piece is in the public domain in your country of residence. This piece is in the public domain in most countries, including the United States, Canada, and the European Union.

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Note: These parts are for the entire 7th symphony, you should only play the movement "Allegretto." It is the second movement of the piece.
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Flute 1, 2: Link to Download

Oboe 1, 2: Link to Download

Clarinet 1 (B♭): Link to Download

Clarinet 2 (B♭): Link to Download

Bass Clarinet (B♭): Link to Download

Trombone: Link to Download

Bassoon 1, 2: Link to Download

Horn 1 (F): Link to Download

Horn 2 (F): Link to Download

Alto Saxophone 1: Link to Download

Alto Saxophone 2: Link to Download

Trumpet 1 or Soprano Saxophone 1 (B♭): Link to Download

Trumpet 2 or Soprano Saxophone 2 (B♭): Link to Download

Timpani: Link to Download

Violins 1: Link to Download

Violins 2: Link to Download

Violas: Link to Download

Cellos/Basses: Link to Download

2. Practice.

Now you need to practice your part. Start slowly and increase your speed gradually. Make sure to practice with a metronome!

The performance tempo is: Quarter note = 58 bpm

There are no tempo changes in this piece; the tempo stays constant throughout.

3. Record.

Now that you've (hopefully) practiced your part thoroughly, it's time to record!

Read this helpful guide we've created with everything you need to know about recording.

4. Submit.

You have a great recording of your playing, time to submit it!

Use this Google Form to submit your recording. For the question that asks which piece you are playing, make sure to select "Symphony No. 7, Allegretto, by Beethoven."

5. Next steps

You've submitted your recording, now what?