Description
Written in the same year as K.500, 1786, this set of variations takes an intimate G major theme through five contrasting episodes. Highlights include the smooth part-writing and occasional contrapuntal touches typical of Mozart's mature style. Packed with over 4,800 notes in about seven and a half minutes, it requires nimble fingerwork from advanced players.
Works written in theme-and-variations form, where a single melody is transformed in many different ways.
About the Composer
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in Salzburg, Austria, and achieved fame as a child prodigy before establishing his career in Vienna. In a life of only 35 years, he produced masterpieces across symphonies, operas, chamber music, and keyboard works. His style combines clarity and formal balance with rich emotional depth. This site includes 95 of his works, including fantasias and fugues.
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