Clarinet Sonata in B flat major (Hindemith)
Movements
i Mäßig bewegt, ii Lebhaft, iii Sehr langsam, iv Kleines Rondo, gemächlich
Notes
Written in just 6 days, Hindemith’s sonata showcases the clarinet’s virtuosic and expressive, almost vocal qualities, highlighting its wide range of colours. The piano is an equally important partner, capable of everything from intimate dialogue to tense confrontation.