Scarlatti: Piano Sonata in C Major, K. 159, L. 104
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- Composer: Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757)
- Editors: Detlef Kraus, Bengt Johnsson
- Instrumentation: Harpsichord / Piano
- Work: Sonata in C Major, K. 159 (L. 104)
- ISMN:
- Size: 9.3 x 12.2 inches
- Pages: 3
- Urtext / Critical Edition
Description
"Seek not profundity in these compositions but rather artistic ingenuity and delight with the object of exercising freedom on the gravicembalo." – this passage from the introduction to an edition of the sonatas from 1738 was intended to motivate piano students of all ages to become acquainted with Scarlatti's wealth of compositions.
Includes a facsimile image of Scarlatti's original preface translated into German, English, and French. Perfect for students.