By
Ludwig van Beethoven
Ludwig van Beethoven's Violin Sonata No. 1 in D Major, Op. 12, is a remarkable composition from the late 18th century, highlighting the composer's transition from the Classical to the Romantic era. Composed in 1797-1798, it is the first in a set of ten violin sonatas and is celebrated for its lyrical beauty and innovative use of form. This sonata showcases Beethoven's early mastery of the genre and is characterized by its melodic charm and the close collaboration between the violin and piano.
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by:
Martin Beaver & Kevin Fitz-Gerald
Beethoven's first violin sonata, Op. 12 in D major, was composed in 1798 and is one of the composer's earliest works in the sonata genre. Typical of his early period, it's a bright and optimistic work, dedicated to the great Antonio Salieri. For this course, violinist Martin Beaver and pianist Kevin Fitz-Gerald examine its many nuances, technical requirements, and expressive opportunities.
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