Domenico Scarlatti Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Sonata in C major, K. 513 (L. S3)Domenico Scarlatti36rank/position

SONATA K 513 PASTORALE D. SCARLATTI

Sonata in C major (Sonatas in C major) K.513 (L.S3) “Pastorale”: Moderato e molto allegro – Presto.

Performed by the Delirium Musica Ensemble: Juan Portilla, Beatriz Amezúa, Ramiro Morales, Laura Salinas, and Almudena Mielgo.

Sonata in F minor, K.466 (L.118)Domenico Scarlatti37rank/position

Yevgeny Sudbin　D. Scarlatti : Sonata in F minor, K.466

Sonata in F minor, K.

466 (L.

118): Andante moderato.

Performed by the St.

Petersburg–born pianist Evgeny Sudbin, who made his CD debut in 2005 with a collection of Scarlatti sonatas.

This recording is from Sumida Triphony Hall.

Sonata in F major, K. 17Domenico Scarlatti38rank/position

Scarlatti – Sonata in F major, K. 17 – Dmitri Levkovich

Domenico Scarlatti, a composer who epitomizes Italian Baroque music.

His 555 harpsichord sonatas composed over his lifetime are truly a treasure trove for keyboard instruments.

Among them, the Sonata in F major, K.

17, which is very popular with piano learners, stands out for its bright, expansive character.

Playing cleanly through the cascade of notes that leap out in a sprightly rhythm can be quite a demanding task.

However, if you can master the distinctive, ornate embellishments of Baroque music, your expressive range at the piano will expand greatly.

It certainly seems well worth the challenge!

Sonata in F major, K.44 (L.432)Domenico Scarlatti39rank/position

Scarlatti: Sonata in F major K. 44 – Anthony di Bonaventura, 1988

This piece is notable for the contrast between the light, flowing right-hand passagework and the left hand’s simple yet beautiful chords.

Despite its straightforward structure, it is full of ingenuity in harmonic shifts and melodic development, demanding the performer’s expressive ability.

The first half has clear formal divisions, with harmony and melody that are not overly complex, making it highly accessible.

In the latter half, the alternating long and short chords every two measures bring freshness to the music, and toward the end of both the first and second halves, the tonic is struck repeatedly in octave chords, emphasizing the key with a dignified resonance.

The dynamic contrasts keep both performers and listeners fully engaged.

Sonata in F major, K.85 (L.166); Sonata in C minor, K.40 (L.357); Sonata in B-flat major, K.70 (L.50); Sonata in C major, K.95 (L.358); Sonata in C minor, K.56 (L.356)Domenico Scarlatti40rank/position

Concert Alice Ader (extrait)

Sonata in F major, K.85 (L.166); Sonata in C minor, K.40 (L.357); Sonata in B-flat major, K.70 (L.50); Sonata in C major, K.95 (L.358); Sonata in C minor, K.56 (L.356).

Performed by Alice Ader.

Sonata in E minor, K.81 (L.271)Domenico Scarlatti41rank/position

Domenico Scarlatti – Sonata in mi min K 81 per mandolino e b.c.

Sonata in E minor, K.81 (L.271): Grave – Allegro – Grave – Allegro.

Performed by Dorina Frati (mandolin), Sara Bennici (cello), and Daniele Roi (harpsichord).

From a concert at the Church of San Marco in Milan.

Sonata in E major, K. 20Domenico Scarlatti42rank/position

2016 PTNA Special Grade Second Round – Asaka Miyoshi / Scarlatti: Sonata in E major, K. 20; in D minor, K. 9

Domenico Scarlatti, a composer who epitomizes Baroque-era Italy.

Among the 555 sonatas he left behind, his Sonata in E major, K.

20 is a work performed by many piano students and professional musicians alike.

Its bright and lively melody overflows with charm that brings a smile to both performers and listeners.

Scarlatti’s distinctive virtuosic passages add flair to the piece, making it a perfect showcase for a pianist’s skills.

It’s also a great choice for recital repertoire, so be sure to give it a try!