- Master C major brilliance in Sammartini's virtuosic style
- Execute festive, celebratory character
- Develop brilliant altissimo technique
- Perfect Italian Baroque virtuosity
About This Piece
Composer: Giuseppe Sammartini (1695-1750)
Difficulty: Advanced
Key: C major
Movements: I. Adagio - II. Allegro - III. Largo - IV. Allegro
I. Adagio - Noble Opening
Majestic opening with Italian nobility. Tempo: ♩ = 52-60
II. Allegro - Brilliant Display
Sparkling technical work with C major brightness. Tempo: ♩ = 120-132
III. Largo - Expressive Beauty
Beautiful slow movement showcasing Italian cantabile. Tempo: ♩ = 45-52
IV. Allegro - Festive Finale
Celebratory finale with brilliant character. Tempo: ♩ = 116-132
Performance Practice
This C major sonata demonstrates Sammartini's brilliant, festive style. C major's association with celebration and brightness is fully exploited. The technical demands rival the F major sonata - this is showpiece repertoire demonstrating the recorder's capacity for brilliance and virtuosity.
Performance Goal: Project C major brilliance and festive joy. Technical passages should sparkle. This sonata demonstrates Sammartini's mastery of Italian Baroque virtuosity. Essential repertoire for advanced players and professional performers.