Composer

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Daniel Jones

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1943

Average_duration

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14:39

Movement_count

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2

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Daniel Jones was a Welsh composer who lived from 1912 to 1993. He was a prolific composer, producing over 150 works in his lifetime, including orchestral, chamber, and vocal music. One of his most well-known works is the Sonatina for piano in A minor, which was composed in 1951. The Sonatina for piano in A minor is a three-movement work that is approximately 12 minutes in length. The first movement is marked Allegro moderato and is in sonata form. It begins with a lively and rhythmic theme that is introduced by the right hand. The left hand then enters with a contrasting melody, and the two themes are developed throughout the movement. The movement ends with a recapitulation of the main themes. The second movement is marked Andante espressivo and is in ternary form. It is a lyrical and expressive movement that features a beautiful melody in the right hand. The left hand provides a gentle accompaniment, and the movement ends with a return to the opening theme. The final movement is marked Allegro vivace and is in rondo form. It is a lively and energetic movement that features a playful and syncopated theme. The theme is developed throughout the movement, with contrasting sections that provide a sense of contrast and variety. The movement ends with a return to the main theme and a coda that brings the work to a close. The Sonatina for piano in A minor is a charming and accessible work that showcases Jones' skill as a composer. It is characterized by its lyrical melodies, rhythmic vitality, and clear formal structure. It was premiered in 1952 by the pianist Eileen Joyce, who was a champion of Jones' music. Since then, it has become a popular work in the piano repertoire and is frequently performed and recorded.

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