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Sonata in D major, K. 160 is a piece by Domenico Scarlatti from the Baroque era. PlayPiano puts it at Level 6, an estimate.
- Baroque
- playful
- hand independence
- ornaments
- scales runs
History
Scarlatti’s Sonata K. 160 is a bright D-major keyboard piece in two repeated sections. The opening mixes a broad upper gesture with shorter lower figures, so the dialogue matters as much as the speed.
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What to listen for
Different lengths
The upper phrase mixes eighth and quarter notes while lower sixteenths answer beneath it. Hear their contrasting lengths without losing the common pulse.
A new stretch
After the first repeat boundary, the later upper passage turns through quick sixteenth notes. Listen for a new direction in the line rather than just more speed.
An exposed finish
The final D in the upper register meets a low D octave, then rests. The silence makes this short final attack especially clear.
How hard is it
Quick sixteenth figures and ornaments are shared with a separately paced lower line. Two long repeated sections and an exposed final attack require rhythmic precision and stamina.
About this piece
- Licence
- CC0
- Source
- musescore.com
More by Domenico Scarlatti
- Keyboard Sonata in D minor, K. 32 / L. 423 (Aria)Level 3, estimatedWith Maestro
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