A Pedagogical Exploration of Haydn's Early Keyboard Sonatas: No.7 in C Major, No.8 in G Major, And No.11 in G Major

Author

• Chun Ka Lam, Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical CollegeFollow

Degree

Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA)

Department

Music

Document Type

Dissertation

Abstract

This study examines the pedagogical exploration of Joseph Haydn’s early keyboard sonatas, Sonata No. 7 in C Major (Hob. XVI:7), Sonata No. 8 in G Major (Hob. XVI:8), and Sonata No. 11 in G Major (Hob. XVI:11). These Sonatas target intermediate-level piano students. In this study, I am going to explore Classical-era techniques, including articulation, phrasing, dynamic contrast, and ornamentation, which mainly focus on technical and musical challenges. This study highlights the development of important skills for more advanced repertoire.

Date

6-17-2026

Recommended Citation

Lam, Chun Ka, "A Pedagogical Exploration of Haydn's Early Keyboard Sonatas: No.7 in C Major, No.8 in G Major, And No.11 in G Major" (2026). LSU Doctoral Dissertations. 7112.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_dissertations/7112

Committee Chair

Gurt Michael

LSU Acknowledgement

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LSU Accessibility Acknowledgment

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