Description
Written in 1818, this F minor sonata maintains classical clarity of form even within its minor-key drama, contrasting the urgency typical of F minor with warmly lyrical writing in the slow movement. At around twenty-two minutes and over twelve thousand notes, it calls for precise control of shifting tension and release. Sustaining focus through its long movements and shaping the dramatic contrasts into a convincing overall structure are essential, suiting advanced pianists.
Piano sonatas representative of the Classical and Romantic eras, including Beethoven's early works — substantial multi-movement pieces throughout.
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Franz Schubert (1797-1828)
Franz Schubert was a Vienna-born composer who died at only 31 but left behind a vast body of work, especially in the field of Lieder. Known for his gift for melody and subtle modulation, songs such as "Erlkonig" remain widely performed today. His piano works, including the Impromptus, are equally rich in lyricism. This site includes 120 of his works, such as Impromptus, "Erlkonig," and the "Hungarian Melody."
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