Domenico Scarlatti ： Sonata in F-Dur K.482 L.435

This concise sonata makes the most of the bright, poised sonority of F major and displays Scarlatti’s characteristic style. Fine, flowing motion derived from short motives and passages that seem to be handed between the two hands give the music a natural sense of momentum. It proceeds essentially in two sections, with material presented in the first section developed in the second before returning to the home key after changes of tonality. In performance, it is important not only to keep the notes even and clearly articulated, but also to shape the direction of the phrases and maintain a clear balance between the voices. Ornaments should be played lightly without interrupting the flow; avoiding haste in the rapid figures and making effective use of dynamics and rests will bring out the sonata’s transparency and vitality.