Composer

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George Frederick Handel

Genre

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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ca. 1705

The 'Allemande for keyboard in A minor, HWV 478' is a solo keyboard piece composed by George Frederick Handel. It is believed to have been composed in the early 1700s, during Handel's time in Germany. The piece is part of a larger collection of keyboard works known as the 'Suites de Pièces pour le Clavecin', which Handel composed for the harpsichord. The 'Allemande for keyboard in A minor, HWV 478' is a single movement piece, written in the key of A minor. It is a dance piece, specifically an allemande, which was a popular dance form in the Baroque era. The allemande is characterized by its moderate tempo and binary form, with two sections that are each repeated. The piece begins with a simple, yet expressive melody in the right hand, accompanied by a steady bass line in the left hand. The melody is then repeated with slight variations, showcasing Handel's skill in creating beautiful and memorable melodies. The second section of the piece features a more complex and ornamented melody, with intricate runs and trills in the right hand. Overall, the 'Allemande for keyboard in A minor, HWV 478' is a beautiful and elegant piece of music, showcasing Handel's mastery of the keyboard and his ability to create memorable melodies. It has been performed and recorded by numerous pianists and harpsichordists, and remains a popular piece in the Baroque keyboard repertoire.

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