Recorder Sonata in C major, IGS 29 - Complete

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.