Domenico Scarlatti ： Sonata in A-Dur K.342 L.191

Scarlatti’s Sonata in A major, K.342 L.191, is characterized by its bright, graceful sonority and lively rhythmic movement across the keyboard. Within its single movement, short motifs and exchanges of delicate figures unfold, while repetition creates a sense of momentum. Listening for the dialogue between the hands and changes in register offers clues to understanding the structure. In performance, ornaments and intricate passages should be kept clear and even without being rushed. A light touch, combined with a clear sense of phrase direction and harmonic change, is essential. Natural contrasts between sections bring out the vitality and elegance contained within its concise form.