Sonata K.331 - III. Rondo alla Turca (Turkish March)
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1783)
Description
The famous finale of Piano Sonata No. 11, K.331, beloved worldwide. Its percussive character imitates Ottoman military music, reflecting the 'Turkish style' fashionable in Europe at the time. Played at a brisk tempo, it demands rhythmic precision and is one of the most frequently performed of Mozart's piano works.
Mozart's most famous piano sonata, consisting of a theme-and-variations first movement, a minuet, and the celebrated "Turkish March."
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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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