Scarlatti | Sonata K. 203 in E minor | David Louie

Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757):
Sonata K. 203 in E minor (Vivo non molto)
from Parma Manuscript, Libro 4 (1752)
David Louie, harpsichord
➡ Website: davidlouiepiano.com
Portuguese single-manual harpsichord by Robert Hicks after Calisto
A=415Hz (temperament: Bach/Louie)

[@progressivelife]

Great performance of one of my favorite Scarlatti sonatas👏👏👏

[@fku9999]

Domenico lives! Thanks David for bringing the colors and the fantasy back to life through this piece. Spanish influences are obvious here. Bravo!!!

[@davidlouie]

Thanks, and yes, you’re right, so much of his imagination and sound/color experimentation was inspired by his adopted homeland!

[@moogfooger]

I wish I could give a million likes for this. A jewel of the finest finish.

[@davidlouie]

Thank you for such a nice compliment.

[@moogfooger]

Sir, you are more than welcome. I love the sound of your harpsichord. A perfect blend of balance between bass and treble. I must say that the format you use is really engaging. Cheers@@davidlouie

[@davidlouie]

Thanks 🙏 you seem to know something about harpsichords. This one is a very fine and rare modern replica of an antique Iberian example

[@moogfooger]

Yes, I have built many instruments over the years and studied harpsichord in music school. Italian instruments have always been my favourite though. This is my first experience with the Iberian school and it is really wonderful. the low bass has a reedy texture that is very organ like! Bellisimo @@davidlouie

[@davidlouie]

That’s amazing. Yes the Italian instruments are very special. This one has some Italianate qualities, but also some Northern European trends in its sound and construction. Thanks for your comments.