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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3:06

The Sonata for keyboard in C major, K. 515, L. 255, is a composition by the Italian composer Domenico Scarlatti. Scarlatti was a prolific composer of keyboard music, and this sonata is one of his most famous works. It was composed in the early 18th century, and is believed to have been written around 1740. The sonata is in three movements, and has a total playing time of around 10 minutes. The first movement is marked Allegro, and is in a lively 3/4 time signature. It begins with a simple, yet catchy melody that is repeated throughout the movement. The second movement is marked Andante, and is in a slower 4/4 time signature. It features a more complex melody, with a number of variations and embellishments. The final movement is marked Allegro, and is in a fast 6/8 time signature. It is a lively and energetic piece, with a number of virtuosic passages for the performer. The sonata is characteristic of Scarlatti's keyboard music, which is known for its virtuosity, rhythmic complexity, and use of unusual harmonies and modulations. Scarlatti was a master of the keyboard, and his music is often challenging for performers due to its technical demands. However, his music is also known for its beauty and expressiveness, and is widely regarded as some of the finest keyboard music of the Baroque era. The Sonata for keyboard in C major, K. 515, L. 255, was premiered during Scarlatti's lifetime, and has since become a staple of the keyboard repertoire. It has been recorded by numerous pianists and harpsichordists, and is often performed in recitals and concerts. Its popularity is a testament to Scarlatti's skill as a composer, and his enduring influence on the world of keyboard music.

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