Composer

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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Compose Date

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1804

Average_duration

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9:05

The Viennese Sonatinas (6), K. Anh. 229a, are a set of six sonatinas composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1783. They were originally written for piano and published posthumously in 1803 by Artaria in Vienna. The set is also known as the "Easy Sonatas" or "Little Sonatas" due to their simplicity and accessibility. The sonatinas are in three movements each, following the traditional sonata form of the time. The first movement is in sonata-allegro form, the second is a slow movement in a contrasting key, and the third is a lively minuet or rondo. The keys of the sonatinas range from C major to B-flat major, with each sonatina exploring different tonalities and harmonic progressions. The first sonatina in C major is perhaps the most well-known of the set, with its catchy and memorable melodies. The second sonatina in F major is more subdued, with a lyrical second movement and a playful minuet. The third sonatina in B-flat major is more complex, with a dramatic first movement and a melancholic second movement. The fourth sonatina in D major is light and cheerful, with a charming minuet and trio. The fifth sonatina in G major is more virtuosic, with a fast and lively first movement and a beautiful second movement. The final sonatina in C major is a fitting conclusion to the set, with a joyful and energetic first movement and a lively rondo. Overall, the Viennese Sonatinas are a charming and delightful set of pieces that showcase Mozart's mastery of the sonata form. They are accessible to intermediate-level pianists and are often used as teaching pieces due to their simplicity and elegance.

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