Sonata in A Minor Op. 42, D. 845 - Sonata in D Major, Op. 53, D. 850

Album by Franz Schubert & Richard Goode

Two late piano sonatas by Austrian composer Franz Schubert were composed in 1825–1826. They feature lyrical melody, an expanded harmonic palette and an enlargement of classical forms toward early Romantic expression, reflecting Schubert's mature piano-writing and illustrating his move toward more expansive structures and harmonic experimentation in his instrumental output.
First released: 22nd November 2005

Tracklist

  1. 1.
    Sonata in A Minor, Op. 42, D. 845: I. Moderato
    11:06
  2. 2.
    Sonata in A Minor, Op. 42, D. 845: II. Andante, poco mosso
    11:32
  3. 3.
    Sonata in A Minor, Op. 42, D. 845: III. Scherzo: Allegro vivace
    6:58
  4. 4.
    Sonata in A Minor, Op. 42, D. 845: IV. Rondo: Allegro vivace
    5:11
  5. 5.
    Sonata in D Major, Op. 53, D. 850: I. Allegro
    8:54
  6. 6.
    Sonata in D Major, Op. 53, D. 850: II. Con moto
    13:14
  7. 7.
    Sonata in D Major, Op. 53, D. 850: III. Scherzo: Allegro vivace
    9:06
  8. 8.
    Sonata in D Major, Op. 53, D. 850: IV. Rondo: Allegro moderato
    8:14

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