Domenico Scarlatti

Domenico Scarlatti was born on 26 October 1685 (in the same year as Bach and Handel) in Naples. His gifts quickly matched his father Alessandro Scarlatti, who was his first teacher. Domenico held various posts, including that of St Peter’s, Rome. His five hundred or so keyboard sonatas are of significance in the development of keyboard music, but he composed much else, including choral music. He died in Madrid on 23 July 1757.

A selection of M&V articles about Domenico Scarlatti

Ensemble. A Fascinating Work - The first performance of Gabriel Jackson's Requiem, reviewed by Robert Hugill

Ensemble. Style and concept - Two young pianists of outstanding promise, by Bill Newman

Ensemble. Bravura virtuosity - Lawrence Budmen was at the Miami International Piano Festival

CD Spotlight - Capritio. Instrumental music from the 17th Century, reviewed by Jennifer Paull. '... ensemble playing at its best. O'Dette is an outstanding performer.'