Abstract

In this study, Johannes Brahms’ musical development and harmonic structure of his op: 120 E-flat major clarinet sonata, in which he reflected his musical character, have been studied. Lived between 1833-1897, famous German composer Johannes Brahms integrated romantıc and classic perıod music in his work. Although Johannes Brahms’ creativity was under influence of W. A. Mozart, L. V. Beethoven, J. Haydn, he composed his own Works with his peculiar approach and intelligence. Johannes Brahms reflected his musical character and imaginatıonal enthuasisticly in his symphony, lied, chorus music, chamber music, orchestra and piano works.

The first part of Op:120 E-flat major clarinet sonata, Which includes rhythmic changes hidden under complex harmonies and melodic pattern s in sonata allegro form. E-flat minor was used in the second part as tonal area. When the form is considered, it is in the form of A-B-A great three part song. The Structure of the last part of the work was shaped as five variatıon and coda.

The exemplification of his musical style and the form of his op:120 E-flat major clarinet sonata will contribute to contemporary performers.