description Édouard Lalo Violin Sonata in D major, Op. 12 Overview
Édouard Lalo’s Violin Sonata in D major, Op. 12, was originally titled Grand Duo concertant and is a work for violin and piano. Lalo composed it in 1853, and the music is organized in three movements: an Allegro moderato, a theme-and-variations movement marked Andantino con moto, and a Rondo marked Vivace. The piece belongs to the French Romantic chamber repertoire and gives both instruments substantial musical roles.
help Édouard Lalo Violin Sonata in D major, Op. 12 FAQ
What is Lalo's Violin Sonata in D major, Op. 12?
It is a work for violin and piano by French composer Édouard Lalo. Lalo originally titled it Grand Duo concertant.
When did Édouard Lalo compose the Violin Sonata in D major?
The sonata was composed in 1853. Its three-movement design places it within Lalo's early chamber-music output.
How many movements does Lalo's Violin Sonata in D major have?
The sonata has three movements. The opening is marked Allegro moderato, and the central movement is a theme-and-variations movement marked Andantino con moto.
What instruments are needed for Lalo's Op. 12 sonata?
The piece is written for violin and piano, with both instruments sharing the chamber-music argument. It is not a solo violin work or an orchestral concerto.
explore Explore More
Similar to Édouard Lalo Violin Sonata in D major, Op. 12
compare_arrows Compare: César Franck Violin Sonata i... See all arrow_forward
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
