The final volume of Brilliant Classics' acclaimed Clementi series, this release is dedicated to the composer's last and most mature works for pianoforte: the Sonatas Opp. 40, 46 and 50, and the 12 Monferrinas Op.49. The works embrace a period of around 20 years and were a major landmark within Clementi's output. Slow introductions abound, and although Opp. 40 and 50 were composed separately, it is highly likely that the latter was intended as a sequel to the former because of their shared stylistic detail. From Op.40 No.1's formal experimentation to the quasi-orchestral writing of Op.50 No.3, the compilation also includes various homages - most notably Op.46, whose high level of virtuosity comprises a fitting tribute to the great pianist Friedrich Kalkbrenner. Recorded in July 2009. Costantino Mastroprimiano plays a fine original instrument, a Clementi from 1828, from the famous Edwin Beunk Collection. A glorious finale to this excellent series, played with gusto, feeling and brilliance by Costantino Mastroprimiano!

Tracklist:

Sonata In G Major, Op. 40 No. 1: I. Allegro Molto Vivace
Sonata In G Major, Op. 40 No. 1: II. Adagio, Sostenuto E Cantabile
Sonata In G Major, Op. 40 No. 1: III. Allegro. Canone I Perpetuo, Per Moto Retto - Canone II Perpetuo, Per Moto Contrario
Sonata In G Major, Op. 40 No. 1: IV. Finale. Presto
Sonata In B Minor, Op. 40 No. 2: I. Molto Adagio E Sostenuto - Allegro Con Fuoco E Con Espressione
Sonata In B Minor, Op. 40 No. 2: II. Largo, Mesto E Patetico
Sonata In B Minor, Op. 40 No. 2: III. Allegro - Tempo Primo - Presto
Sonata In D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: I. Adagio Molto - Allegro
Sonata In D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: II. Adagio Con Molta Espressione
Sonata In D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: III. Allegro
Sonata In D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: I. Introduzione. Larghetto Cantabile
Sonata In D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: II. Allegro Con Brio
Sonata In D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: III. Adagio Cantabile E Sostenuto
Sonata In D Major, Op. 40 No. 3: IV. Finale. Allegro Con Fuoco
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 1, In G Major
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 2, In C Major
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 3, In E Major
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 4, In A Minor
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 5, In A Major
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 6, In D Minor
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 7, In D Major
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 8, In B-Flat Major
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 9, In G Major
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 10, In C Major
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 11, In F Minor
Twelve Monferrinas For The Piano Forte, Op. 49: No. 12, In C Major
Sonata In A Major, Op. 50 No. 1: I. Allegro Maestoso E Con Sentimento
Sonata In A Major, Op. 50 No. 1: II. Adagio Sostenuto E Patetico
Sonata In A Major, Op. 50 No. 1: III. Allegro Vivace
Sonata In D Minor, Op. 50 No. 2: I. Allegro Non Troppo, Ma Con Energia
Sonata In D Minor, Op. 50 No. 2: II. Adagio Con Espressione
Sonata In D Minor, Op. 50 No. 2: III. Allegro Con Fuoco, Ma Non Troppo Presto
Sonata In G Minor, Op. 50 No. 3 "Didone Abbandonata": I. Largo Patetico E Sostenuto - Allegro Ma Non Espressione
Sonata In G Minor, Op. 50 No. 3 "Didone Abbandonata": II. Adagio Dolente
Sonata In G Minor, Op. 50 No. 3 "Didone Abbandonata": III. Allegro Agitato E Con Disperazione

UPC: 5028421943428
Label: Brilliant Classics
Release Date: 1.29.13
Format: CD

Costantino Mastroprimiano - Complete Sonatas / Late Sonatas 6 (CD)