This site introduces unknown Emanuel Bach (C. P. E. Bach).
Emanuel Bachʼs Keyboard Concerto in E-flat Major Wq. 43-3 (H. 473) is a work composed in the 1770s, notable for its elegance and diversity among his keyboard concertos. The first movement begins with a bright and brilliant theme, with lively exchanges between the orchestra and the solo instrument. It combines the clarity of Classical form with Emanuel Bachʼs characteristic expressive melodies, infusing the entire movement with vitality. The second movement beautifully exemplifies the empfindsamer Stil, being a slow movement with a calm and introspective character. As the keyboard instrument plays a lyrical melody, the rich harmonic changes add depth to the emotions. The third movement is a finale characterized by a fast tempo and light rhythm, featuring dynamic melodies and technically demanding passages for the keyboard instrument, providing a splendid conclusion and unifying the entire work. This concerto is a masterpiece that showcases Emanuel Bachʼs mature compositional skills and the expressive power of the keyboard instrument, making it an important work that contributed to the development of the Classical era.
For more information about this piece, please also refer to "Keyboard Concerto Collection Wq. 43".