Sonata in G op. 79 - 'Sonata facile'
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Ludwig van Beethoven
Sonata in G op. 79 - 'Sonata facile'
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Sonata in G op. 79 - 'Sonata facile'

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Description:

  • Language: German English
  • Pages: 34
  • Release: 15.05.2025
  • Key: G major
  • Opus: 79
  • Genre: Classical Music, Classical Music (Classical Era)
  • ISMN: 9790006616268
In a letter to Breitkopf & Härtel, Beethoven described the little sonata op. 79 as a "Sonate facile" or "Sonatine". It is an indispensable part of piano lessons for advanced beginners. The creation of this lively work with its well-known opening movement entitled "Presto alla tedesca" is due to Muzio Clementi. The latter had been able to persuade the "haughty beauty Beethoven" in laborious negotiations to compose two new sonatas, the later works op. 78 and 79.
The internationally renowned Beethoven specialist Jonathan Del Mar presents the sonata in a reliable and coherent musical text that comes closest to the composer's intention, evaluating all available sources. Readings and editorial decisions are documented in the Critical Commentary. An informative introduction is supplemented by knowledgeable notes on historical performance practice, in which important questions such as pedal use, dynamics, articulation and ornamentation are answered. The reader-friendly musical notation with easy turnarounds is specifically geared to the needs of music teaching.