In Mozart's Concertos K. 107, his father Leopold Mozart added the piano part, which was essentially Bach's sonatas, into Mozart's orchestral sketch.
Instruments
Around 1770, the fortepiano began replacing the harpsichord due to its greater dynamic and tonal possibilities, almost completely displacing it by the late 1770s.
Composition History
Haydn's Divertimenti Hob. XIV were likely intended for students and domestic music-making, with some composed during his first employment (1757-1760) and others in his early years with Prince Esterházy.
Composition History
Mozart's Concertos K. 107 are based on complete piano sonatas from Johann Christian Bach's Op. 5 collection, with Mozart adding tutti passages and cadenzas.
Composer Biography
Haydn and Mozart had a close relationship; Haydn recognized Mozart's genius and actively promoted him, while Mozart sought out Haydn to learn from him.
Composer Biography
During his 1764 London trip, Mozart was significantly influenced by Johann Christian Bach, the youngest son of J.S. Bach, who became like a second teacher to him.
Composition History
The Concertos K. 107 by Mozart were likely composed around the end of 1770, after Johann Christian Bach's sonatas were published in 1766.
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