late beginner

3. Vivace Op.36 No.1

Muzio Clementi

What's this piece like?
This sonatina by Clementi is the first in a series of six Sonatinas composed in progressive difficulty. These are great pieces to learn the basic elements of a classical sonata and to develop the foundations of piano technique. This energetic final movement requires lots of dynamic contrasts and crisp articulation.
Who's this piece for?
An excellent piece for beginners who are polishing their technique.
1-2 pages
Classical
C major

MOOD: Fast and elegant.

TECHNIQUE: Right hand.

Ranking
Equivalent to RCM level 4
Equivalent to ABRSM level 4
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1793

Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette executed. Reign of Terror began in France.

1795

L.V. Beethoven published his first piano sonatas Opus 2, dedicated to J. Haydn.

1797

Franz Schubert was born.

1798

U.S. Navy Department established.

1799

Sonatina Op. 36 was composed by M. Clementi at the age of 47 years old.

1799

George Washington died in Mt Vernon, Virginia.

1799

Rosetta Stone discovered in Egypt.

1803

U.S. negotiates Louisiana Purchase from France for $15 million.

1804

L.V. Beethoven finishes his "Eroica" Symphony Opus 55.

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