sonatina means A musical composition resembling a sonata but shorter or simpler. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 90 out of 100.
noun
- A musical composition resembling a sonata but shorter or simpler.“A sonatina usually has 2 or 3 rather short movements. While these movements provide contrasts of tempo and mood, they also complement one another, combining to fulfill the overall plan for a complete work in several parts.”