Scarlatti D   Keyboard Sonata in D minor K 1
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Date: 2023-04-27

A two part (AB) movement with essentially a two part texture. The imititative counterpoint that features in this movement demands a combination of accuracy and a lightness of touch. Free #sheetmusic score link: https://plentymusic.uk/short/?c=37DxBs8   


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In this performance score suggested fingering is in place although there are other options that can be explored. Staccatissimo playing on the piano is a technique whereby fingers imitate a plucking approach to the playing of the keys.  It is important that the left hand is held above the right hand in bars 7/8, bar 11 bar 17 to enable the notes to be correctly articulated. Playing Tip: If your fingers don’t have time to play the ornaments when learning the piece leave them out and add them at a later stage.

The performance score has score detail including dynamics, articulation markings and suggested right and left hand fingering. The ornaments as played in the video score  are also written out in full. A two part (AB) movement with essentially a two part texture. A tempo of 110 quarter note (crotchet beats) to the minute is suggested and used in the video score whilst  the repeats are played. A light staccatissimo touch is suggested and there should be minimal use of the sustaining pedal. Staccatissimo playing on the piano is a technique whereby the fingers imitate a plucking approach to the playing of the keys. Ornaments start on the upper note and in fast tempo works are best played simply and rhythmically. The Bar 3 ornament can be 4 or 8 notes – the music editor suggests starting with 4. There is great symmetry in the #DomenicoScarlatti #keyboardsonatas and formally they are very balanced works. 

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