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Muzio Filippo Vincenzo Francesco Saverio Clementi (23 January 1752 – 10 March 1832) was an Italian-British composer, virtuoso pianist, pedagogue, conductor, music publisher, editor, and piano manufacturer, who was mostly active in England.
Muzio Clementi (born Jan. 23, 1752, Rome, Papal States [Italy]—died March 10, 1832, Evesham, Worcestershire, Eng.) was an Italian-born British pianist and composer whose studies and sonatas developed the techniques of the early piano to such an extent that he was called “the father of the piano.”
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- The father of the piano. It is usually acknowledged that Clementi's 3 sonatas op. 2, published in London in 1779, represent a turning point in the history of keyboard playing.
- Works. Over 50 piano sonatas. 6 symphonies, 2 overtures. 1 piano concerto. Several chamber works (mostly duos and trios with piano) Various pieces for solo piano: 5 Capriccios, 6 Progressive Sonatinas, and several dance movements (Rondos, Montferrinas, etc.).
- A musical 'all-rounder' Clementi helped popularise the pianoforte (now commonly called the 'piano'), a new instrument at his time, to which he devoted his entire career.
- Didactic works. Clementi devoted a large part of his musical career to pedagogical activity. Some of his contributions in this area are still acknowledged nowadays
Feb 24, 2021 · A comprehensive overview of the life and works of Muzio Clementi, an Italian composer, pianist, teacher, publisher, and entrepreneur. Learn about his biography, his piano sonatas, symphonies, tutors, and his business activities in Europe.
Though primarily known for his piano compositions, Clementi also composed symphonies and orchestral works. Muzio Clementi, born on January 23, 1752, in Rome, Italy, was a prolific composer, virtuoso pianist, conductor, and music publisher who played a pivotal role in the development of classical music, particularly in the realm of keyboard music.
Jan 24, 2021 · Muzio Clementi (1752-1832)Sonata in B flat major, op.24 no.2Balázs Szokolay, pianoI. Allegro con brio: 0:07II. Andante quasi allegretto: 5:34III. Rondo: Assa...
Muzio Clementi (January 24, 1752 – March 10, 1832) was a European classical composer, pianist, organist and teacher who is acknowledged as the first to write specifically for the piano. He is best known for his collection of piano studies entitled Gradus ad Parnassum.
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