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Apollo's Banquet - Selection of Airs and Dances

  • Master refined English airs
  • Execute graceful ornamentation

Compiler: John Playford (1623-1686)

Notes Used: C, D, E, F, G, A, B, C (high), D (high), E (high)

Key: C Major

Form: Suite of English Airs

Complete Selection

Add a light grace or trill at the cadence.

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Take it noticeably quicker and lighter than the air.

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Notation

Performance Practice Notes

  • Ornamentation: Add tasteful English graces at cadences
  • Contrast: Smooth, singing air; light, detached dance