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The final volume of Brilliant Classics' acclaimed Clementi series, this 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! Album Tracks 1. Allegro Molto Vivace 2. Adagio, Sostenuto E Cantabile 3. Allegro Canone I Perpetuo, Per Moto Retto - Canone II Perpetuo, Per Moto Contrario 4. Finale Presto 5. Molto Adagio E Sostenuto - Allegro Con Fuoco E Con Espressione 6. Largo, Mesto E Patetico 7. Allegro - Tempo Primo - Presto 8. Adagio Molto - Allegro 9. Adagio Con Molta Espressione 10. Allegro 1. Introduzione Larghetto Cantabile (Attacca Subito) 2. Allegro Con Brio 3. Adagio Cantabile E Sostenuto 4. Finale Allegro Con Fuoco 5. No. 1 6. No. 2 7. No. 3 8. No. 4 9. No. 5 10. No. 6 11. No. 7 12. No. 8 13. No. 9 14. No. 10 15. No. 11 16. No. 12 1. Allegro Maestoso E Con Sentimento 2. Adagio Sostenuto E Patetico 3. Allegro Vivace 4. Allegro Non Troppo, Ma Con Energia 5. Adagio Con Espressione 6. Allegro Con Fuoco, Ma Non Tr
