Description
Begun in 1817 but left unfinished, this F-sharp minor sonata survives only in part. At around seven minutes and just under three thousand notes, it is modest in scale, yet concentrates the sharp tension characteristic of the key within its limited material. Despite its fragmentary form, it demands the technique to handle its dense harmonic writing precisely, suiting advanced players.
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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