Crossword Genius

Not as a version for piano, perhaps (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

sonata

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'piano perhaps' is the definition.
I can't tell whether this defines the answer.

'not as a version' is the wordplay.
'version' indicates an anagram.
'not'+'as'+'a'='notasa'
'notasa' anagrammed gives 'SONATA'.

'for' acts as a link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for sonata that I've seen before include "Solo piano composition" , "Musical composition with three or more contrasting movements" , "See 6" , "piece for instrumental soloist" , "Musical composition for a solo instrument" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app