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Composed by Domenico Scarlatti. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Baroque,Easter,Sacred,Standards. 15 pages. Jmsgu3 #4627495. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.550389).
Domenico Scarlatti's Andante Mosso, Sonata No. 33, also known as the Keyboard Sonata in B minor, K.87, was composed in the 18th century. The historical context of this sonata can be understood by examining the period in which Scarlatti lived and worked:
Location: Scarlatti spent much of his career in Spain as a music teacher to the royal family.
Influence: Scarlatti's music was influenced by his time's Italian and Iberian musical traditions.
Popularity: Scarlatti's sonatas, including the Andante mosso, Sonata No. 33, gained popularity in the 20th century, thanks in part to the championing of his works by renowned pianists like Vladimir Horowitz.
Significance: Scarlatti's sonatas are considered a significant contribution to the musical and technical standards of keyboard instruments during his time.
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The Andante mosso, Sonata No. 33, reflects Scarlatti's unique style and innovation in keyboard music, featuring a spirited and agile melody that captures the listener's attention.