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C. P. E. Bach Sonata in D Major Wq. 62/13 (H. 67)

• 1st Movement: Allegretto
• 2nd Movement: Un poco andante
• 3rd Movement: Allegro

ChatGPT4o writes as follows (please note that it may not be accurate):
Emanuel Bachʼs Sonata in D Major Wq. 62/13 (H. 67) is one of the particularly captivating works among his keyboard music. This sonata demonstrates his unique expressiveness and emotional richness. The first movement has a lively and bright atmosphere, captivating the listener. The following second movement possesses a calm and introspective character, expressing deep emotions. The final third movement is a vibrant and energetic finale, showcasing Bachʼs technical prowess and creativity. This sonata is an excellent example of his innovative style during the transition to the Classical period, reflecting the influence his music had on later composers.

"The Sonata in D Major Wq. 62/13 was published in 1756, four years after its composition, in the anthology ʼRaccolta delle più nuove composizioni di clavicembalo di differenti maestri ed autori per lʼanno 1756ʼ compiled by Friedrich Wilhelm Marpurg. This anthology, like ʼMusikalisches Allerleyʼ, includes various works for vocal and keyboard instruments. Only two volumes of the Raccolte series were published, with the second and final volume released in 1757. Many of the works included in this series are by Berlin composers, but it also features works by composers such as Duphly, Février, Martini, and Rameau.

This Sonata in D Major is notable for having particularly short movements among the sonatas included in this volume. The opening ʼAllegrettoʼ is a graceful movement where Bach once again treats repeated notes as a primary melodic element. The middle movement is even shorter, with alternating repeated notes and other melodic and rhythmic gestures creating a recitative-like effect. This movement primarily serves a transitional role, beginning in G major and ending in A major, the dominant key of the next movement. The final movement ʼAllegroʼ proceeds at the tempo of a fast minuet, with each main section ending in a long ʼsighʼ."

For an overview of Wq. 62 as a whole, see the commentary on "Sonata Collection Wq. 62".

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