Composer

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Domenico Scarlatti

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Sonata

Average_duration

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2:42

Domenico Scarlatti's Sonata for keyboard in C minor, K. 362, L. 156, is a solo keyboard work that was composed in the early 18th century. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written between 1730 and 1739. The sonata is one of Scarlatti's most famous works and is often performed by pianists and harpsichordists today. The sonata is in three movements, with the first and third movements in C minor and the second movement in C major. The first movement is marked Allegro, and it begins with a dramatic and intense theme that is repeated throughout the movement. The second movement, marked Andante, is a beautiful and lyrical piece that provides a contrast to the first movement. The third movement, marked Allegro, is a lively and energetic piece that brings the sonata to a thrilling conclusion. One of the characteristics of Scarlatti's music is his use of the keyboard as a percussive instrument. In the Sonata for keyboard in C minor, K. 362, L. 156, Scarlatti uses the keyboard to create a wide range of sounds and textures, from delicate and intricate passages to powerful and forceful chords. He also employs a variety of techniques, such as trills, arpeggios, and rapid scale passages, to create a virtuosic and dazzling effect. Another characteristic of Scarlatti's music is his use of Spanish and Portuguese folk melodies and rhythms. Scarlatti spent much of his career in Spain and Portugal, and he was heavily influenced by the music of these countries. In the Sonata for keyboard in C minor, K. 362, L. 156, Scarlatti incorporates elements of Spanish and Portuguese music into the second and third movements, giving the sonata a distinctive and exotic flavor. The Sonata for keyboard in C minor, K. 362, L. 156, was premiered during Scarlatti's lifetime, but the exact date and location of the premiere are unknown. However, the sonata has remained popular among keyboard players and audiences alike, and it continues to be performed and recorded today.

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