Learn to Play Recorder

Recorder Sonata Op. 1 No. 4 — Minuet

  • Feel the 3/4 pulse as a dance — lifted, not heavy.
  • Keep articulation light across the eighth-note motion.

Composer: Francesco Barsanti (1690–1772)

Notes Used: D, E, F, G, A, B, C

Time Signature: 3/4 · Key: C Major

Full Movement

The dance should feel lifted; the second beat is lighter than the first.

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Notation

Practice Exercises

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Performance Goal: Keep the pulse dancing so a listener wants to move on every downbeat.