This neoclassical sonatina, composed in the summer of 2022, pays tribute to the melodic ingenuity and playfulness of Mozart and Schubert, albeit with a modern harmonic twist.

The first movement, structured in sonata form, begins with two contrasting themes derived from the same melodic cell. The first is placid and song-like, while the second is strident and playful. These themes undergo development, building toward a dramatic climax before a recapitulation (starting unexpectedly in the wrong key) brings the movement to a close.

The second movement, in ternary form, opens with a hushed, enigmatic theme. A contrasting central section, built on new material, gradually intensifies to a climax before the return of the opening theme, now imbued with a renewed sense of mystery.

The third movement, a lively rondo with two episodes, introduces a spirited tarantella-like theme. The first episode is syncopated and shadowy, while the second, in quintuple meter, is propulsive and motoric. The sonatina concludes with an exhilarating coda, bringing the piece to a vibrant finish.