Beethoven and C minor

C minor

Relative key	E♭ major
Parallel key	C major
Dominant key	G minor
Subdominant	F minor
Component pitches
C, D, E♭, F, G, A♭, B♭

The compositions of Ludwig van Beethoven in the key of C minor carry special significance for many listeners. His works in this key have been said to be powerful and emotive, evoking dark and stormy sentiments.^{[citation needed]}