Of Mozart's approximately twenty keyboard sonatas, only two are in a minor key: K 310 (A minor) and K 457 (C minor).
Compositional Technique
The Rondo in A minor, K 511, combines elements of J. S. Bach's counterpoint and chromaticism with a pre-Romantic, Chopin-like sensibility.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Mozart emphasized a smooth, legato playing style, particularly in 'Cantabile' movements, believing it to be a supreme quality.
Compositional Technique
In the Rondo in A minor, K 511, Mozart uses embellishments to structurally relate the two episodes to the main theme, blending intimacy with 18th-century intellectual play.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded by Little Tribeca at Sala Mahler in Dobbiaco, Italy, from December 19 to 21, 2017.
Instruments
The piano used for this recording is a Steinway D, serial number 578418.
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