Domenico Scarlatti ： Sonata in A-Dur K.344 L.295

Domenico Scarlatti’s Sonata in A major, K.344 L.295, is a work in which a bright, refined sonority is enlivened by a light sense of motion and delicate ornamentation. Built on a two-part structure, the material introduced in the first half returns in the second with variations, while changes of key and repetition create a sense of forward momentum. The exchanges between the hands and shifts of register are also worth listening for. In performance, it is important to maintain clear, well-articulated sound and natural phrasing, while integrating the ornaments clearly into the musical flow. Paying attention to the dialogue between the hands and sensing the harmonic changes without losing the lightness of the music will bring out the work’s appeal.