Immerse yourself in the intricate world of classical piano with Muzio Clementi's "Complete Sonatas, Vol. 6, The Late Sonatas." Released on Brilliant Classics in 2013, this album is a comprehensive collection of Clementi's mature sonatas, showcasing his mastery of the piano and his innovative compositional style. Spanning over three hours, the album features a diverse range of sonatas, each offering a unique blend of technical brilliance and emotional depth.
The album opens with the Sonata in G Major, Op. 40 No. 1, a work that immediately showcases Clementi's ability to blend technical virtuosity with lyrical beauty. The sonatas that follow, including the Sonata in B Minor, Op. 40 No. 2 and the Sonata in D Major, Op. 40 No. 3, continue to explore this balance, each movement offering a different facet of Clementi's compositional genius. The Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49, provide a delightful contrast, with their lively rhythms and melodic charm.
The album concludes with the sonatas from Op. 50, including the dramatic Sonata in G Minor, Op. 50 No. 3 "Didone abbandonata." These works are notable for their emotional intensity and technical complexity, demonstrating Clementi's continued evolution as a composer.
Throughout the album, Clementi's innovative use of harmony, rhythm, and form is evident, making this a fascinating exploration of his late-period works. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Sonata in G Major, Op. 40 No. 1: I. Allegro molto vivaceMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in G Major, Op. 40 No. 1: II. Adagio, Sostenuto e cantabileMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in G Major, Op. 40 No. 1: III. Allegro. Canone I perpetuo, per moto retto - Canone II perpetuo, per moto contrarioMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in G Major, Op. 40 No. 1: IV. Finale. PrestoMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in B Minor, Op. 40 No. 2: I. Molto adagio e sostenuto - Allegro con fuoco e con espressioneMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in B Minor, Op. 40 No. 2: II. Largo, mesto e pateticoMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in B Minor, Op. 40 No. 2: III. Allegro - Tempo Primo - PrestoMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: I. Adagio molto - AllegroMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: II. Adagio con molta espressioneMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: III. AllegroMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: I. Introduzione. Larghetto cantabileMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: II. Allegro con brioMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: III. Adagio cantabile e sostenutoMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: IV. Finale. Allegro con fuocoMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 1, in G MajorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 2, in C MajorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 3, in E MajorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 4, in A MinorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 5, in A MajorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 6, in D MinorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 7, in D MajorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 8, in B-Flat MajorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 9, in G MajorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 10, in C MajorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 11, in F MinorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Twelve Monferrinas for the Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 12, in C MajorMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in A Major, Op. 50 No. 1: I. Allegro maestoso e con sentimentoMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in A Major, Op. 50 No. 1: II. Adagio sostenuto e pateticoMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in A Major, Op. 50 No. 1: III. Allegro vivaceMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in D Minor, Op. 50 No. 2: I. Allegro non troppo, ma con energiaMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in D Minor, Op. 50 No. 2: II. Adagio con espressioneMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in D Minor, Op. 50 No. 2: III. Allegro con fuoco, Ma non troppo prestoMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in G Minor, Op. 50 No. 3 "Didone abbandonata": I. Largo patetico e sostenuto - Allegro ma non espressioneMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in G Minor, Op. 50 No. 3 "Didone abbandonata": II. Adagio dolenteMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
Sonata in G Minor, Op. 50 No. 3 "Didone abbandonata": III. Allegro agitato e con disperazioneMuzio Clementi, Costantino Mastroprimiano
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