Mozart, Piano Sonata No. 13 in B-flat major, K. 333 (315c), i. Allegro

III. PIANO SONATA NO. 13, MOZART, Movement i., Allegro.mp4


The classic form of the sonata is clearly evident here, and as such there is for me in this first movement, marked Allegro, a balance to be kept between the lively and the very delicate.  It is rather like fine, elaborate lace made with silk thread—intricate and sturdy at the same time. Mozart shows himself to be a true master in composing for the sonata format. 

What I am aiming for in this performance is a certain amount of very crisp, clean playing of this movement, as it is very much like a fine crystal glass where every facet of it should sparkle. The notes should bounce off the ear, the way light would bounce off the crystal glass.

Mozart wrote eighteen piano sonatas.  Do you have a favorite?  Please let me know in the Comments section.  Thanks so much.

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