Description
Composed in 1789-90 and dedicated to Marianne von Genzinger, a close friend of Haydn, this sonata is considered one of the finest examples of his mature keyboard writing. Its rich E-flat major harmonies and spacious, singing melodic lines stand out. Running over 20 minutes, it is a substantial work calling for deep expressive control.
Sonatas across a range of instrumentations, including piano parts from violin sonatas, spanning Classical to Romantic styles.
About the Composer
Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809)
Franz Joseph Haydn was a leading Classical-era composer from Austria who spent much of his career in service to the Esterhazy family. Often called the "father of the symphony" and the "father of the string quartet," he helped establish the Viennese Classical style with clear forms and witty invention. His numerous keyboard sonatas also served as a bridge to Mozart and Beethoven. This site includes 60 of his works, including movements from Sonatas Hob. XVI:27 and 28.
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