Description
The 'London Sketchbook' is transmitted as a companion version to the 'London Notebook,' both stemming from pieces Mozart set down in London at around age eight. It lines up numerous fragmentary ideas — marches, minuets, and the like — recording the young composer's abundant flow of inspiration. Given its considerable length and note count, playing it through requires the stamina and focus of an advanced pianist.
Works in rondo form, where a recurring theme alternates with contrasting episodes — a light, appealing structure favored by Classical composers.
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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