Schott Renaissance Recorder Anthology Vol. 1
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Summary of This Sheet Music
Subtitle (EN): 32 Pieces for Soprano (Descant) Recorder and Piano
This collection offers a lively journey through the music of the 15th and 16th centuries, designed for soprano recorder practice with piano accompaniment. The set includes 32 short and contrasting pieces, perfect for building a program, varying atmospheres in lessons, or regularly working on reading and interpretation in the Renaissance style.
You will find many emblematic dance forms (pavane, galliard, branle, basse danse, bourrée, allemande, saltarello...), ideal for developing rhythmic regularity, attack precision, and phrasing elegance. The diversity of composers and sources (T. Arbeau, T. Susato, W. Byrd, J. Dowland, M. Praetorius, G.G. Gastoldi, C. Gervaise, P. Attaignant, P. Phalèse, V. Galilei, as well as several anonymous pieces) brings a true richness of character, blending dance energy and melodic finesse.
The presence of the piano accompaniment allows work on listening, intonation, and sound balance, while making these pieces immediately suitable for auditions or class concerts. An excellent choice for flutists wishing to approach or deepen the early music repertoire with a pleasant and rewarding musical setup.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Various (T. Arbeau, T. Susato, W. Byrd, J. Dowland, M. Praetorius, G.G. Gastoldi, etc.) | Instrumentation | Soprano (descant) recorder and piano |
| Edition | Bennetts, Kathryn / Bowman, Peter | Genre | Early music sheet music (Renaissance) |
Questions frequently asked
Which recorder is intended for this collection?
The collection is written for soprano recorder, also called descant, with piano accompaniment.
How many pieces does Renaissance Recorder Anthology Vol. 1 contain?
The book gathers 32 short pieces from the 15th and 16th centuries. The pages alternate among various Renaissance dance and musical styles.
Which Renaissance dances are included in the score?
The 32 pieces notably include pavanes, galliards, branles, and basse danses. Bourrées, allemandes, and saltarellos are also part of the program. These forms allow exploration of varied rhythms from early music repertoire.
Which composers are featured in this recorder collection?
The selection brings together works by T. Arbeau, T. Susato, W. Byrd, J. Dowland, and M. Praetorius. Pieces by G. G. Gastoldi, C. Gervaise, P. Attaignant, P. Phalèse, and V. Galilei are also included, along with several anonymous works.
Can the score be played with a piano?
Piano accompaniment is included in the instrumentation. It allows for practice of listening, intonation, and sound balance with the soprano recorder.
