The theme of this research paper explores the equal partnership between

piano and violin in the sonata, which mainly analyzes the－ Beethoven’s

Sonata for piano and violin in D Major, Op. 12 No.1.

Beethoven’s Op.12 compose with three sonatas for piano and violin, and this

work is the first of them, composed of three movements.

Three of Violin Sonatas Op.12 were published in 1799 by Artaria of Vienna,

and are the only works of ten violin sonatas dedicated to his teacher Antonio

Salieri (1750-1825).

This article will start with the classical music sonatas, and the

composers creative style and historical background. Finally, analyze and interpret the content of this movement to help the

performer to have the correct concept when performing such a combination.

Keywords: Ludwig van Beethoven, Sonata, The equal partnership.