Piano Sonata No.12 in F major (K.332/300k)-Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, 1783 Arranged by Fillipe Mendel

Mozart’s Piano Sonata No. 12 in F major, K. 332 is a remarkable example of his keyboard writing, combining Classical elegance with moments of dramatic contrast and expressive depth. Composed around 1783 and published in Vienna in 1784, the sonata unfolds across three movements, moving from the graceful energy of the opening Allegro to the expressive intimacy of the Adagio and the brilliance of the final Allegro assai.

This arrangement brings the complete sonata into the sound world of the string orchestra, preserving the character of Mozart’s original while exploring the expressive possibilities of the ensemble. The melodic lines, accompanying figures, and inner voices have been carefully distributed among the string sections to maintain the clarity and balance that are essential to his music.

Particular attention was given to articulation, phrasing, register, dynamics, and orchestral balance. The arrangement allows the principal melodies to emerge naturally while giving the accompanying voices a meaningful role in shaping the harmony and rhythmic movement. The sustained tone of the strings also offers a different perspective on the lyrical passages, especially in the central Adagio.

Rather than simply transferring the piano score to an orchestral format, this version approaches the sonata as a work for ensemble, making thoughtful use of the contrast between the violin sections, viola, cello, and double bass. The result is an interpretation that respects Mozart’s musical language while allowing the work to take on a fresh orchestral character.

Suitable for concerts, educational performances, and string orchestra repertoire, this arrangement offers musicians the opportunity to explore one of Mozart’s finest piano sonatas through the color, warmth, and interplay of a string ensemble.