Recorder Concerto in A minor, RV 445 - Complete

Master A minor's passionate, dramatic character
Execute intense, virtuosic passages
Develop rhetorical expression in minor mode
Perfect dramatic arc and emotional intensity

About This Piece

Composer: Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741)

Difficulty: Advanced

Key: A minor

Movements: I. Allegro - II. Larghetto - III. Allegro

I. Allegro - Dramatic Opening

Intense A minor energy. Tempo: ♩ = 112-126

Demanding technical work with dramatic intensity.

II. Larghetto - Expressive Relief

Move to relative major (C) for contrast. Tempo: ♩ = 52-60

III. Allegro - Passionate Finale

Return to A minor intensity. Tempo: ♩ = 116-132

Performance Practice

This A minor concerto showcases Vivaldi's dramatic intensity. The passion and energy must be palpable - A minor demands rhetorical expression and emotional commitment. The Larghetto in C major provides welcome relief but should maintain underlying tension. The finale returns to A minor's passionate character with renewed intensity.

Performance Goal: Convey A minor's passionate drama throughout. Your performance should be emotionally intense while maintaining technical precision. This concerto demonstrates that the recorder can handle the most dramatic Baroque affects.