Complete Piano Works

By Randi Botnen, Norway (1976-2025)

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Randi Botnen was a Norwegian composer and pianist from Oslo, known for her deeply melodic and expressive classical compositions. Best recognized for her evocative piano works, she also composed violin sonatas, orchestral pieces, and string quartets, showcasing remarkable versatility. Inspired by early influences such as Tchaikovsky and Beethoven, her music blends technical brilliance with emotional depth, resonating with both performers and audiences worldwide. Her works have been performed internationally, and in 2024, she was honored as Composer Laureate in the International Composers for Beauty Competition—a testament to her exceptional artistry.

A lifelong dream of Randi’s was to bring all her piano works together in a single volume, with Auguste Renoir’s Two Young Girls as the cover. This collection, Complete Piano Works, features all 17 of her piano compositions, ranging from intermediate to advanced levels, offering pianists the opportunity to explore her distinct musical voice. She approved the final version of her book before passing peacefully in her sleep, free from pain after a long battle with cancer. In a final act of generosity, she made the sheet music freely available to the public, ensuring her music would be shared for generations to come.

Beyond her compositions, Randi was a beloved member of the classical music community, admired not only for her talent but also for her dedication to supporting fellow composers. Understanding the challenges faced by those devoted to melodic classical music, she founded the Together for Melody Foundation, a nonprofit committed to fostering creativity and providing scholarships and grants to composers worldwide.

Through her music and her foundation, Randi Botnen’s influence continues to inspire musicians and composers around the world. Her legacy lives on in every note she wrote, in the composers she supported, and in the timeless beauty of the music she left behind.

You can download Complete Piano Works for free. If you wish to contribute to the foundation, your generosity is deeply appreciated but never required.