Piano Notes

The Italian Composer, Domenico Scarlatti, was primarily known as a Baroque era musician. With works such as, Sonata in B minor (L33 / K87), Sonata in C major (L104 / K159) which are featured in this episode.

A name recognizable by almost anyone when it comes to the conversation of classical music, Johann Sebastian Bach. In this episode explore Prelude & Fugue no. 6 in D minor, French Suite no. 5 in G major, and Sarabande & Gavotte (Schmieder-Verz 816).

Joseph Haydn was an Austrian composer of the classical period. He was instrumental in the development of chamber music, and is often called the "father of symphony". This episode explores Andante con Variazioni in F minor.

Hadyns final sonata: Sonata no. 62 in E-flat major, is widely considered his greatest masterpiece. It's the subject of extensive analysis due to its unusual harmonies and length, and showcases Hadyn's versatility as a composer.

With a complex three movements, Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 9 is considered a musical masterpiece. Written while he was staying in Augsburg in November of 1777, a typical performance of this piece takes anywhere from 15 to 17 minutes.

Twelve variations on "Ah Vous Diraj - je Maman" was composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart when he was 25 years old. As the name suggests, this piece contains twelve variations of an early French folk song.