Fernando Sor – Variations on a Theme by Mozart, Op. 9
2ᵉ Variation – Lento expressivo
This lyrical variation by Fernando Sor is based on Mozart’s “O cara armonia” from The Magic Flute. The Lento expressivo in the minor key reveals Sor’s gift for turning Mozart’s operatic beauty into an intimate and emotional guitar voice.
It’s a wonderful example of Sor’s musical sensitivity — combining graceful melody with refined classical phrasing — and a rewarding study for intermediate to advanced players developing tone, legato, and expressive control.