Sonata in E minor for melody instrument and basso continuo, K. 81; L. 271; P. 13

Sonata in E minor for melody instrument and basso continuo. Tempo indications: Grave; Allegro; Grave; Allegro. Transmitted in the manuscript tradition of Scarlatti’s sonatas; its exact composition...Read more

Sonata in E minor for melody instrument and basso continuo. Tempo indications: Grave; Allegro; Grave; Allegro. Transmitted in the manuscript tradition of Scarlatti’s sonatas; its exact composition date is unknown. The separate upper part and bass permit chamber performance with continuo. Violin, flute and mandolin occur in performing traditions; the scoring depends on the version.

Movements:
1. Grave
2. Allegro
3. Grave
4. Allegro

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