Composer

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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach

Genre

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1762

Publication Date

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1763

Average_duration

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8:29

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach's Sonata for keyboard in E minor (Zweyte Forsetzung No. 5), H. 161, Wq. 52/5 was composed in 1765. It premiered in Hamburg, Germany, where Bach was working as the music director for the city's five main churches. The sonata is part of a collection of six keyboard sonatas that Bach composed during this time, known as the Zweyte Forsetzung. The sonata is comprised of three movements: Allegro moderato, Adagio, and Allegro. The first movement is in sonata form, with a lively and energetic opening theme that is contrasted by a more lyrical second theme. The development section explores these themes further, with Bach's signature use of chromaticism and unexpected harmonic shifts. The movement ends with a recapitulation of the opening theme, followed by a coda that brings the movement to a close. The second movement, Adagio, is a slow and expressive aria-like piece. It features a simple and elegant melody that is accompanied by delicate arpeggios in the left hand. The movement is notable for its use of ornamentation, with Bach adding trills and turns to the melody to create a sense of ornamentation and embellishment. The final movement, Allegro, is a lively and playful piece that features a driving rhythm and a catchy melody. The movement is in rondo form, with the main theme returning several times throughout the piece. Bach's use of syncopation and unexpected harmonic shifts adds to the movement's sense of playfulness and energy. Overall, the Sonata for keyboard in E minor is a prime example of Bach's unique style, which combines elements of the Baroque and Classical periods. The sonata showcases Bach's mastery of keyboard writing, with its intricate melodies, complex harmonies, and use of ornamentation. It remains a popular piece in the keyboard repertoire and is frequently performed and recorded today.

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