Two Pieces for Tenor Recorder and Harpsichord (2022)
Tenor Recorder; Harpsichord; ca. 8 min.
The composer writes: I’m often attracted to historical models for my compositions. And this miniature, two-movement sonata (similar to movements in a Handel sonata) is full of references to baroque- and gallant-era styles. When I began to compose it, I wasn’t quite sure what solo instrument would be best suited to what I was creating: The solo part could, of course, be played on a variety of instruments. But I am very pleased with my final choice of tenor recorder.
The composer writes: I’m often attracted to historical models for my compositions. And this miniature, two-movement sonata (similar to movements in a Handel sonata) is full of references to baroque- and gallant-era styles. When I began to compose it, I wasn’t quite sure what solo instrument would be best suited to what I was creating: The solo part could, of course, be played on a variety of instruments. But I am very pleased with my final choice of tenor recorder.
