szonátát

A szonáta is a musical composition, typically for a solo instrument or a small ensemble. The term derives from the Italian word "sonare," meaning "to sound." Historically, the sonata has undergone significant evolution in form and structure. Early sonatas, from the Baroque period, often featured multiple movements, with contrasting tempos and moods. Composers like Corelli and Vivaldi were prominent in this era.

During the Classical period, the sonata form, a specific three-part structure (exposition, development, recapitulation), became a cornerstone of instrumental music. This form is particularly associated with composers such as Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. While the solo piano sonata gained immense popularity, sonatas for other instruments, often with piano accompaniment, also flourished, including violin sonatas and cello sonatas.

The Romantic era saw a broadening of the sonata's scope, with composers exploring more complex harmonies, expressive melodies, and extended structures. Liszt and Brahms, for instance, pushed the boundaries of the traditional sonata form. In the 20th century and beyond, composers continued to experiment with the sonata, sometimes adhering to its principles, and at other times reinterpreting or abandoning them altogether, leading to a diverse range of works that still bear the "sonata" designation.