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A fortepiano [ˌfɔrteˈpjaːno], sometimes referred to as a pianoforte, is an early piano. In principle, the word "fortepiano" can designate any piano dating from the invention of the instrument by Bartolomeo Cristofori in 1698 up to the early 19th century.
Learn about the fortepiano, the earliest version of the modern piano, and how it evolved from the harpsichord. Discover how Mozart and Beethoven composed for this instrument and how it differs from the modern piano.
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Jul 2, 2023 · Learn about the fortepiano, the earliest version of the modern piano, invented by Bartolomeo Christofori in the 18th century. Discover how it evolved, how it differs from the harpsichord and the piano, and who are the notable composers of fortepiano music.
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Jul 12, 2022 · Introduction. Storia Del Pianoforte - Il Fortepiano. Watch on. In this article, we will describe in simple stages the historical period in which the fortepiano reached its maximum diffusion as an instrument favoured by the major composers and instrumentalists of the world. Although we cannot indicate the precise moment in which we switched from ...
Oct 6, 2017 · Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 - 1791) Fantasy KV 475 and sonata c-minor KV 457 Florian Birsak plays Mozart's fortepiano made by Anton Walter ca. 1780. Recorded July 5 - 6 2005, Tanzmeistersaal of...
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