An intriguing yet lesser-known facet of 18th-century German song is the Clavier song, a piece for keyboard accompaniment where the Clavier is mentioned in the lyrics, often playing a significant role. The term "Clavier" or "Klavier" refers to the clavichord, a keyboard instrument beloved for its expressive range during the sentimentalist Empfindsamkeit era. The concert repertoire features songs with lyrics or music by female composers, alongside notable figures like Johann Philipp Kirnberger and Johann Friedrich Reichardt, showcasing their keyboard works.