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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3:48

The Sonata for keyboard in D major, K. 33, L. 424 is a composition by the Italian composer Domenico Scarlatti. It was composed in the early 18th century and is one of Scarlatti's most popular keyboard sonatas. The piece is in three movements and is characterized by its virtuosic keyboard writing and lively rhythms. The sonata was likely composed in the early 1720s, during Scarlatti's time in the service of the Portuguese royal family. It was first published in 1738 as part of Scarlatti's collection of keyboard sonatas, which he called "Essercizi per gravicembalo" (Exercises for Harpsichord). The collection contains a total of 30 sonatas, and was dedicated to Scarlatti's pupil, the Infanta Maria Barbara of Spain. The first movement of the sonata is marked Allegro, and is characterized by its lively rhythms and virtuosic keyboard writing. The movement is in binary form, with a repeated section that features rapid arpeggios and scalar passages. The second movement is marked Andante, and is a lyrical and expressive contrast to the first movement. It features a simple melody that is accompanied by a flowing, arpeggiated accompaniment. The final movement is marked Allegro, and is a lively and energetic conclusion to the sonata. It features rapid scalar passages and virtuosic keyboard writing, and is characterized by its lively rhythms and playful character. Overall, the Sonata for keyboard in D major, K. 33, L. 424 is a virtuosic and lively composition that showcases Scarlatti's skill as a keyboard composer. Its three movements are characterized by their lively rhythms, virtuosic keyboard writing, and playful character, and it remains a popular and frequently performed work in the keyboard repertoire.

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