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Flute Sonata in E major, BWV 1035 (Transposed for Alto Recorder)

  • Execute galant style with French influence
  • Develop elegant ornamentation and refinement

Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)

Key: E major (transposed)

Movements: I. Adagio ma non tanto - II. Allegro - III. Siciliana - IV. Allegro assai

Note: Shows French galant influence

I. Adagio ma non tanto - Refined Opening

Ornament in the French style. Tempo: ♩ = 58-66

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II. Allegro - Lively Dance

Tempo: ♩ = 104-116

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III. Siciliana - Pastoral Interlude

Keep the dotted lilt gentle. Tempo: ♩. = 60-66

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IV. Allegro assai - Brilliant Finale

Tempo: ♩ = 126-144

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Performance Goal: Keep the finale light and elegant so the runs stay clean and unhurried at ♩ = 126.