Ricordi 10 Italian Sonatas
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Essential Information About This Collection
Essential Information About This Collection
- Practical format for duo playing: collection for oboe and basso continuo, ideal for working with harpsichord, organ, or cello depending on the available ensemble.
- Separate parts included: ease of reading during rehearsal and concert, with simplified setup for each performer.
- Progressive approach: intermediate level, designed to develop musicality, ornamentation, and phrasing mastery within a Baroque-style repertoire.
- Bilingual edition: editorial notes and elements in Italian-English, useful for mastering musical vocabulary and stylistic context.
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Summary of This Collection
Designed for instrumentalists seeking repertoire for oboe sheet music with accompaniment, this collection for oboe and basso continuo fits within the aesthetic of the Italian "Settecento," featuring writing that highlights the singing line, articulation, and breath flexibility. It serves as a relevant resource both for playing enjoyment and study, offering pieces that address breathing, intonation in the middle-high register, and musical discourse construction.
The role of the basso continuo invites attentive listening and dialogue: the oboist can refine intonation and dynamics in interaction with the accompanist while developing a sense of cadences and harmonic support. This collection also promotes the acquisition of stylistic reflexes (rhythmic drive, contrasts, phrasing) essential for confidently progressing to more demanding works.
Thanks to its separate parts, the set is particularly suited for regular rehearsals, class auditions, and chamber music concerts. With a generous volume, it easily integrates into a pedagogical library and an annual practice program, whether preparing for an exam, a stage performance, or simply a moment of duo music-making.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | ||
| Instrumentation | Oboe and Basso Continuo | Difficulty | INTERMEDIATE |
| Collection | Ricordi Settecento Italiano | Pages | 150 |
| Language | Italian-English | Year of Publication | 2017 |
Questions frequently asked
What instrumentation is featured in this collection?
The collection is written for oboe and basso continuo, with separate parts intended for duet practice.
What is the difficulty level of the sonatas?
The indicated level is intermediate. The writing allows for working on breathing, intonation in the middle-high register, and the construction of the musical line.
Are the oboe and accompaniment parts separate?
Separate parts facilitate organizing rehearsals with the accompanist. They are suitable for class auditions and chamber music concerts.
How many pages does Ricordi 10 Italian Sonatas have?
Published in 2017, this volume contains 150 pages.
What musical style is covered in the Ricordi Settecento Italiano collection?
The writing adheres to the Italian Settecento aesthetic and the classical genre. The ten sonatas highlight the singing line, articulation, and phrase contrasts. Editorial indications are in Italian and English.



