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Composed as part of Beethoven's pivotal Op. 10 set, this F Major sonata showcases his early experimentation with form, replacing the traditional slow movement with an innovative Allegretto that foreshadows his symphonic writing.

This sonata, part of Beethoven's Op. 10 trilogy, exemplifies his early Classical style with unexpected harmonic shifts and playful thematic contrasts. The first movement’s "patchwork" structure subverts traditional sonata-form expectations, featuring abrupt dynamic changes and whimsical motifs that foreshadow his later innovations.

Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 6, Op. 10 No. 2 is renowned for its wit and playful energy, contrasting sharply with the dramatic C minor sonata (Op. 10 No. 1) in the same set. The finale's fugato section demonstrates his early mastery of counterpoint within classical forms.