Trio Sonata in A minor, TWV 42: a4 for two violins, piano, and cello continuo by Georg Philipp Telemann
Includes parts for violin 1 (or flute), violin 2 (or oboe), piano, and a continuo part for cello.
Edited by Waldemar Woehl and revised by Waldo Lyman. Published by International
Georg Philipp Telemann (1681-1767) was a prominent German composer of the Baroque era. He was one of the most prolific composers in history, with over 3,000 works to his name. His music provides an important link between the Baroque and Classical periods and was a major influence to transitional composers such as C.P.E. Bach. Many of his works reflect his desire to create pedagogical, approachable works–a quality that makes them popular with amateur players today.
Telemann published his collection “Essercizii musici” between 1739 and 1740. It was one of his major accomplishments as a composer and a publisher, containing 12 solo sonatas and 12 trio sonatas designed for the enterprising amateur–representing the culmination of his composing for chamber forces up to that point. This Trio Sonata in A minor, TWV 42: a4 is one of these excellent works. This International Edition contains parts for violin 1 (flute), violin 2 (oboe), piano, and a continuo part for cello. Intermediate-advanced level, Grade 4.
