Waltz No. 2 by Dmitri Shostakovich is part of his Suite for Variety Orchestra, composed in 1938. It features a memorable melody played by saxophones and clarinets, supported by strings and a steady rhythm. The piece has appeared in films like Eyes Wide Shut and has gained significant popularity on social media platforms nowadays, attracting a new generation of listeners. Its elegant yet poignant style has made it a favorite for various performances, from orchestral concerts to ballroom dancing.
This guitar arrangement has been adapted for jazz guitar style using plectrum technique. The piece is structured into four sections: A, B, C, and a return to A, with straightforward harmonies transitioning from C minor in part A to E♭ major in part B and A♭ major in part C. I’ve prepared two PDFs: one featuring the main theme and the other showcasing the chords.