Corelli: Sonata In A Major, Op. 5, No. 9 Violin and Basso Continuo - Bk/CD set

Corelli, Arcangelo - Sonata in A major, Op. 5, No. 9 - Violin and Basso continuo - Book/CD set - edited by Albrecht Winter - Dowani International Edition.

Arcangelo Corelli was perhaps the first well-known violinist-composer of the Italian Baroque.  His contributions to violin playing are still recognized today, particularly in the large catalogue of works he composed for the instrument.  He wrote 12 sonatas for violin and basso continuo, including this cheerful sonata in A major.  He also composed a massive volume of trio sonatas and concerti grossi, as well as many other works. 

This edition contains editorial markings by Albrecht Winter, as well as a play-along CD.  The Basso continuo consists of both a keyboard part (with the figured bass realized), and an optional cello/bass part.  Published by Dowani International. 

Difficulty: A4/A5.

This Dowani edition includes a play-along CD.  The CD begins with a tuning track, and contains a concert version of thepiece, followed by practice tracks for the player at three different tempos: slow, moderate, and performance tempo.  On the slowest of the play-along tracks, the player has a choice of hearing both violin and harpsichord, just violin, or just harpsichord.  In this way, it is a very helpful practice tool for the violinist.

The performers on this recording are:
Violin - Albrecht Winter
Harpsichord - Mechthild Winter
Baroque Cello - Isolde Winter