3 Keyboard Sonatas

Wolfgang Amadeus MozartOp.6

ClassicalFamoussonataD majorAllegro4/4~30 min
H8
Henle (estimated)
RCM 8ABRSM 7

About this piece

Mozart's K. 576 sonata, often referred to as the 'Gramercy' sonata, is one of his final and most technically demanding works for solo piano. It is celebrated for its brilliant passagework, intricate harmonies, and lyrical depth.

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Teacher notes

Achieving a sparkling articulation and effortless command of the rapid figuration is paramount.

Technical focus

finger-independencecantabilespeed-agilityarpeggiosarticulationvoicing

Mood

brilliantenergeticlyricaldramatic

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is 3 Keyboard Sonatas (Op.6) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?

3 Keyboard Sonatas (Op.6) is rated Henle level 8 of 9 — concert repertoire, roughly diploma level. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 8.

What level do I need to play 3 Keyboard Sonatas?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 8 — meaning you can already play level 7–8 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

How long is 3 Keyboard Sonatas?

A typical performance of 3 Keyboard Sonatas (Op.6) lasts about 30 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for 3 Keyboard Sonatas?

3 Keyboard Sonatas (Op.6) is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.