Composer

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Domenico Paradies

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Sonata

Compose Date

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1754

Average_duration

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10:26

Movement_count

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2

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Domenico Paradies was an Italian composer and harpsichordist who lived from 1710 to 1791. He was a contemporary of Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel, and his music is often compared to theirs. Paradies is best known for his keyboard music, particularly his sonatas. The Sonata for keyboard No. 12 in C major, also known as the Sonata di Gravicembalo, was composed by Paradies in the mid-18th century. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written sometime between 1740 and 1750. The sonata is written for solo keyboard and consists of three movements. The first movement, marked Allegro, is in sonata form and begins with a lively and cheerful theme. The theme is then developed and expanded upon throughout the movement, with the occasional use of counterpoint and chromaticism. The movement ends with a recapitulation of the main theme. The second movement, marked Adagio, is a slow and expressive piece. It is written in a simple ABA form, with the outer sections featuring a lyrical melody and the middle section featuring a more ornamental and virtuosic passage. The movement is characterized by its use of ornamentation and expressive phrasing. The final movement, marked Allegro, is a fast and lively piece. It is written in a rondo form, with a recurring main theme that is interspersed with contrasting sections. The movement is characterized by its use of syncopation and virtuosic passages, particularly in the final section. Overall, the Sonata for keyboard No. 12 in C major is a charming and delightful work that showcases Paradies' skill as a composer and keyboardist. It is a fine example of the Italian Baroque style, with its use of ornamentation, counterpoint, and expressive phrasing. The sonata remains a popular piece in the keyboard repertoire and is frequently performed and recorded today.

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