Work
Piano Sonata 1988
for solo piano
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The sonata is in three contrasting movements. The first, an allegro, is in sonata form, and features nervous, darting ideas which become more animated in the middle section.
The second movement opens with a chorale-like theme, expressing feelings of nostalgia. The fidgety middle section builds up more tension, before being combined with the chorale theme.
The finale releases the tensions of the earlier movements, and has a happy, sunny character. Initially inspired by a Beethoven sonata, the rondo theme builds up to a big climax before ending quietly.
Dedication note
for Rosemary Miller Stott
Contents note
1. Allegro capriccioso
2. Adagio, mesto
3. Allegro moderato