Grancino Editions Albicastro H. - Twelve Sonatas Op. 4 Vol. 1
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Summary of This Score
Twelve Sonatas for Two Violins, Cello and Keyboard, Op. 4, Vol. 1, Sonatas 1-3 by Henricus Albicastro (fl. 1695-c. 1738) offers a repertoire of typically Baroque chamber music centered on the dialogue between two violins supported by a cello and a basso continuo realizable on keyboard. This first volume gathers sonatas 1 to 3: an excellent choice to approach the Baroque sonata aesthetic in a reduced formation, with writing that highlights articulation, musical rhetoric, and voice balance.
Designed for flexible practice, the accompaniment is indicated for BC (basso continuo) or keyboard, allowing the ensemble size to be adapted according to context: harpsichord, positive organ, or piano, with or without a bass instrument doubling the bass line depending on ensemble habits. The two violins alternate between imitative passages, more virtuosic figures, and lyrical moments, while the bass line ensures harmonic stability and rhythmic drive.
With its 76 pages in score and separate parts, this edition facilitates rehearsal organization (individual reading, balance setup, work on cadences and ornamentation). It is suitable both for established ensembles and for specialized students wishing to enrich their Baroque repertoire, work on intonation and bow cohesion, or prepare for a chamber music audition.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | ||
| Composer | Henricus Albicastro | Instrumentation | 2 violins, cello, and BC (or keyboard) |
| Editor | Timothy Roberts (edition) | Pages | 76 |
Questions frequently asked
Which sonatas are included in this first volume?
Volume 1 contains Sonatas 1 to 3 from the Twelve Sonatas Op. 4 by Henricus Albicastro.
What instrumentation is required for Albicastro's Op. 4 sonatas?
The scoring is for two violins, cello, and basso continuo. The continuo part can be realized on a keyboard instrument, notably harpsichord, positive organ, or piano.
Are the individual parts provided?
The 76-page edition includes the full score and individual parts. This format allows separate reading for the two violins, cello, and basso continuo, enabling ensemble rehearsals without further extraction announced.
Can this edition be performed on keyboard alone without cello?
The accompaniment is indicated for basso continuo or keyboard, with possible adaptation of the ensemble according to the context. The bass line can be doubled by a bass instrument following the ensemble's usual practice.
What baroque repertoire is covered in Sonatas 1 to 3?
These three sonatas offer baroque chamber music based on the dialogue between the two violins and the harmonic stability of the bass. The writing includes imitative passages, more virtuosic sections, and lyrical moments.
