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Haydn, Franz Joseph : Sonate für Klavier Nr.36 Mov.1 Allegro

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Music ID : 32186
Instrumentation:Piano Solo 
Genre:sonata
Total Playing Time:6 min 00 sec
Copyright:Public Domain

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Author : Ooi, Kazurou

Last Updated: March 5, 2025
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Note: This article is automatically translated from the original Japanese text. The author of the original work did not supervise this translation.

This first movement is witty and full of Haydn's unique humor. While the character of the piece changes considerably depending on the articulation, please remember to play with a sense of playfulness, regardless of the articulation chosen. This first movement features a remarkable number of 'suspensions'. Many non-harmonic tones are written, such as G on the first beat of m. 2, C on the first beat of m. 3, F in m. 4, EG in m. 12, and FA in m. 14. Since these occur on strong beats, please express them by applying appropriate accents. Also, do not forget the subsequent 'resolutions'. Be particularly careful when a trill is attached to a resolution, as it can easily lead to an overly loud sound. The dotted rhythms are continuous, appearing one after another. However, please do not consider them merely as instrumental elements; cultivate a sense of lyricism as well. For example, m. 17. This is an instrumental passage that can be played dryly. However, for instance, from m. 19 to m. 22, wouldn't it be effective to play with abundant lyricism (assuming the tempo is not disrupted, of course)? At this point, even if the rhythm is the same as the dotted rhythm in m. 17, a slight softening of the dotted notes can bring out the lyrical element. Please try this.

Writer: Ooi, Kazurou
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