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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4:13

The Sonata for keyboard in D major, K. 177, L. 364 is a composition by the Italian composer Domenico Scarlatti. It was composed in the early 18th century and is one of the many sonatas that Scarlatti wrote for the harpsichord. The piece is believed to have been composed in the 1730s or 1740s. The sonata is in three movements, typical of Scarlatti's sonatas. The first movement is marked Allegro and is in a binary form. The second movement is marked Andante and is in a ternary form. The final movement is marked Allegro and is in a binary form. The sonata is written in the key of D major, which was a popular key for Scarlatti's sonatas. The first movement of the sonata is characterized by its lively and energetic melody. The piece is full of rapid arpeggios and runs, which are typical of Scarlatti's style. The second movement is more lyrical and melodic, with a slower tempo and a more contemplative mood. The final movement returns to the lively and energetic style of the first movement, with fast runs and arpeggios. Scarlatti's sonatas are known for their technical difficulty and virtuosity, and the Sonata for keyboard in D major, K. 177, L. 364 is no exception. The piece requires a high level of technical skill and dexterity, particularly in the fast runs and arpeggios. The Sonata for keyboard in D major, K. 177, L. 364 was premiered during Scarlatti's lifetime, although the exact date and location of the premiere are unknown. The piece has since become a popular work in the harpsichord repertoire and is frequently performed and recorded.

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