medtner op 35,Medtner Op. 35: A Detailed Exploration

Medtner Op. 35: A Detailed Exploration

Medtner’s Op. 35, a collection of six piano sonatas, stands as a testament to the composer’s profound understanding of the piano as an instrument capable of expressing a wide range of emotions and ideas. This article delves into the intricacies of these sonatas, offering a comprehensive look at their structure, thematic material, and the unique voice of their creator.

Structure and Form

The six sonatas in Op. 35 are structured in a traditional three-movement format, with each movement typically following the sonata-allegro, slow movement, and rondo or finale. This format allows for a variety of expressive possibilities, and Medtner makes full use of it throughout the collection.

Sonata	Movement	Form
Sonata No. 1 in G minor	1. Allegro con brio	Sonata-allegro
2. Andante sostenuto	Adagio	Sonata-allegro
3. Finale: Presto	Rondo	Sonata-allegro
Sonata No. 2 in C minor	1. Moderato	Sonata-allegro
2. Andante sostenuto	Adagio	Sonata-allegro
3. Finale: Presto	Rondo	Sonata-allegro
Sonata No. 3 in E minor	1. Moderato	Sonata-allegro
2. Andante sostenuto	Adagio	Sonata-allegro
3. Finale: Presto	Rondo	Sonata-allegro
Sonata No. 4 in F minor	1. Moderato	Sonata-allegro
2. Andante sostenuto	Adagio	Sonata-allegro
3. Finale: Presto	Rondo	Sonata-allegro
Sonata No. 5 in G major	1. Moderato	Sonata-allegro
2. Andante sostenuto	Adagio	Sonata-allegro
3. Finale: Presto	Rondo	Sonata-allegro
Sonata No. 6 in B minor	1. Moderato	Sonata-allegro
2. Andante sostenuto	Adagio	Sonata-allegro
3. Finale: Presto	Rondo	Sonata-allegro

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