Recorder Sonata in D Major, Op.1 No.3

Master D Major with two sharps
Develop pastoral Scottish character
Execute snap rhythms (Scots snap)
Perfect festive character

About This Piece

Composer: Francesco Barsanti (1690-1772)

Difficulty: Late Intermediate

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

Key: D Major

Movements: I. Adagio - II. Allegro - III. Vivace - IV. Minuet

Complete Sonata

Scottish-influenced lyrical opening.

Brilliant passage work with Scottish snap rhythms.

Energetic Italian-style vivace.

Graceful French minuet with Scottish lyricism.

Performance Practice Notes

Scots snap: Short-long rhythm characteristic of Scottish music
D Major festivity: Project celebration and joy

Historical Context

This D Major sonata showcases Barsanti's absorption of Scottish musical idioms - particularly the "Scots snap" rhythmic pattern. Combined with Italian brilliance and French grace (the Minuet), it represents cosmopolitan 18th-century musical culture.

Performance Goal: Master the Scots snap rhythm while maintaining Italian brilliance. This sonata demonstrates Barsanti's unique multicultural musical voice.