- Master English Baroque divisions
- Develop virtuosic English style
- Execute complex diminutions
- Perfect advanced English technique
About This Piece
Compiler: Henry Playford (1657-1706/7)
Difficulty: Late Intermediate
Notes Used: F, G, A, Bb, C, D, E, F (high), G (high), A (high)
Key: F Major
Form: Variations and Divisions
Selected Pieces
English ground bass with virtuosic variations.
Performance Practice Notes
- Divisions: English term for variations/diminutions
- Virtuosity: Display technical facility with musical taste
Historical Context
"The Delightful Companion" (1686) was Henry Playford's instruction book for recorder, containing advanced pieces demonstrating English division technique - the art of improvising variations on grounds and popular tunes.
Performance Goal: Demonstrate virtuosic English division technique. This represents advanced English Baroque recorder playing.