Description
This witty set imitates the compositional styles of several contemporary composers rather than presenting Clementi's own voice, turning classical stylistic conventions themselves into the subject of the music. It is modest in both length and note count. The piece suits intermediate players and offers an engaging look at classical-era compositional fashions.
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About the Composer
Muzio Clementi (1752-1832)
Muzio Clementi was born in Rome and moved to England while still young, building a career in London as a pianist, composer, and instrument manufacturer. Often called the "father of the pianoforte," he wrote the study collection Gradus ad Parnassum and numerous sonatinas that remain staples of piano pedagogy. This site includes 36 of his pieces, including variations on nursery tunes and short works based on themes by Haydn and Mozart.
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