Domenico Scarlatti ： Sonata in B-Dur K.503 L.196

Scarlatti’s Sonata K.503 is grounded in a binary form, moving forward as short motives are passed from one passage to another. Within its clear rhythms and light sense of motion, contrasts of register and changes of harmony emerge, giving the concise writing considerable expressive variety. It is important to keep the overall flow of both halves in view and avoid repeating the same material mechanically on the repeat. Shape the small figures with attention to their position within the beat and melodic direction; balancing the hands while maintaining crisp attacks and natural breathing allows the work’s appeal to come through.