Viola concerto in g major telemann biography

Of Georg Philipp Telemann's surviving concertos, his Viola Concerto in G major, TWV 51:G9 is among his most famous, and still regularly performed today.

It is the first known concerto for viola and was written circa 1716–1721.

Viola concerto in g major telemann biography

Telemann focused on composing for lesser-known instruments, resulting in the composition of this Viola Concerto.^[1] Telemann's Concerto for Viola represents a major Baroque concerto, as he explored the soloistic sound of the instrument, allowing it to be viewed as more than just an ensemble instrument.^[2] Unlike J.S.

Bach and Vivaldi’s standard concerti of three movements, Telemann’s Concerto in G major for Viola contains four movements, and follows sonata da chiesa form,^[3] alternating between the tutti and solo sections, a common practice during this period.

Movements:

1. Largo: A mellow movement with long notes. Written in 3/2, with many dotted quarter and eighth note slurs, and i