Composer

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Eugène Ysaÿe

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Sonata

Compose Date

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1928

Publication Date

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1928

Average_duration

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13:09

Movement_count

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4

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Eugène Ysaÿe's Sonata for violin and piano in F minor au tombeau d'après la sonate de Pietro Antonio Locatelli was composed in 1923 and premiered in Brussels the same year. The piece is a tribute to the Italian composer Pietro Antonio Locatelli, whose sonata in D major was a favorite of Ysaÿe's. The title of the piece translates to "Sonata for violin and piano in F minor, in memory of the sonata by Pietro Antonio Locatelli." The sonata is divided into four movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement, marked Allegro appassionato, is a fiery and passionate opening that showcases the virtuosic abilities of both the violin and piano. The second movement, marked Andante molto moderato, is a lyrical and introspective adagio that allows the violin to sing with a beautiful, mournful tone. The third movement, marked Scherzo: Allegro vivo, is a playful and energetic scherzo that features intricate interplay between the violin and piano. The final movement, marked Finale: Allegro con fuoco, is a thrilling and dramatic conclusion that brings the piece to a powerful close. Throughout the sonata, Ysaÿe's writing for the violin is highly expressive and demanding, requiring the performer to navigate complex technical passages with ease while also conveying a wide range of emotions. The piano part is equally challenging, with intricate accompaniment figures and virtuosic solo passages. The piece as a whole is a testament to Ysaÿe's skill as a composer and his deep admiration for the music of Pietro Antonio Locatelli.

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