Composer

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Carlo Francesco Pollarolo

Genre

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Keyboard

Publication Date

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1705

Average_duration

:

02:53

The Keyboard Sonata in D minor is a composition by Carlo Francesco Pollarolo, which was included in the collection of XVII Sonates da Organo o Cimbalo del Sig. Ziani, Pollaroli, Bassani e altri famosi autori. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written in the late 17th or early 18th century. The Keyboard Sonata in D minor is a three-movement work that showcases Pollarolo's skill as a composer. The first movement is marked Allegro and is in a binary form. It begins with a lively and energetic theme that is developed throughout the movement. The second movement is marked Adagio and is in a ternary form. It is a beautiful and expressive piece that showcases Pollarolo's ability to write lyrical melodies. The final movement is marked Allegro and is in a binary form. It is a lively and playful piece that brings the sonata to a satisfying conclusion. The Keyboard Sonata in D minor is a typical example of the Baroque keyboard sonata. It is characterized by its use of counterpoint, ornamentation, and the use of contrasting themes and textures. Pollarolo's use of ornamentation is particularly noteworthy, as he employs a variety of trills, mordents, and other embellishments throughout the sonata. The Keyboard Sonata in D minor was premiered in the early 18th century and quickly became a popular piece among keyboard players. Its popularity continued throughout the Baroque period and into the Classical era, as it was often included in keyboard anthologies and collections. Overall, the Keyboard Sonata in D minor is a beautiful and well-crafted piece of music that showcases Pollarolo's skill as a composer. Its popularity throughout the centuries is a testament to its enduring appeal and its place in the canon of Baroque keyboard music.

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