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Keyboard Sonata in C minor, K. 58 (Fugue; L. 158) is a fugue by Domenico Scarlatti from the Baroque era. PlayPiano puts it at Level 6, an estimate.
- fugue
- Baroque
- grand
Also known as L.158; P.39; Scarlatti - Fugue (Sonata) in C minor K58 L158.
History
Scarlatti's C-minor K. 58 is commonly listed as a keyboard sonata, but it is also called a fugue. That second name points to its imitative design: a musical idea can appear in one voice and be answered by another. The two catalogue labels, K. 58 and L. 158, refer to the same keyboard work.
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What to listen for
An upper chromatic line begins alone
Hear the upper descent while the lower staff rests. Follow its connected shape before the lower entry.
An upper recall overlaps lower responses
The opening returns above changing lower answers. Listen for both strands rather than a single dominant line.
A lower chromatic entry renews the texture
The contour enters below as two-staff motion resumes. Recognise its shape within the fuller dialogue.
Low C supports the last responses
The ending rests on low C support while closing gestures continue. Hear the foundation without prescribing the encoded speed changes.
How to practise it
Keep the opening line clear when a second upper voice enters.
- Read the chromatic descent carefully.
- Preserve the upper tie.
- Keep the second voice independent.
How hard is it
Fugal writing requires independent lines, distinct entries and controlled voice balance rather than melody-only phrasing.
About this piece
- Licence
- CC0
- Source
- musescore.com
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