- Master Galliard's expressive style
- Develop Italian-German synthesis
- Execute dramatic minor mode
- Perfect operatic instrumental writing
About This Piece
Composer: Johann Ernst Galliard (c. 1687-1749)
Difficulty: Late Intermediate
Notes Used: D, E, F, G, A, Bb, C, C#, D (high), E (high), F (high), G (high)
Key: D minor
Movements: I. Adagio - II. Allegro - III. Adagio - IV. Allegro
Complete Sonata
Galliard's Op.1 No.1 demonstrates his operatic approach to instrumental music with dramatic D minor character.
Performance Practice Notes
- Galliard style: Operatic, dramatic; influenced by Italian opera
- Expression: More dramatic than Pepusch; theatrical character
Historical Context
Johann Ernst Galliard was a German composer who worked extensively in London, particularly in opera. His recorder sonatas reflect his operatic background, with more dramatic and theatrical character than Pepusch's academic style. Galliard collaborated with Handel and absorbed Italian operatic influence.
Performance Goal: Project dramatic, operatic character throughout. This sonata represents theatrical Baroque style requiring both technical skill and dramatic expression.