Composer

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Johann Sebastian Bach

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Sonata: Church

Compose Date

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1720

Publication Date

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1879

Average_duration

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17:01

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Johann Sebastian Bach's Sonata for violin & keyboard No. 3 in E major, BWV 1016, was composed in the early 1720s during his tenure as Kapellmeister in Cöthen. The piece was likely written for his employer, Prince Leopold, who was an accomplished violinist. The sonata is one of six works Bach composed for violin and keyboard, and it is considered one of his most significant contributions to the genre. The sonata is comprised of four movements: Adagio, Allegro, Adagio ma non tanto, and Allegro. The first movement, Adagio, is a slow and expressive introduction that sets the tone for the rest of the piece. The second movement, Allegro, is a lively and energetic dance that showcases the virtuosity of both the violin and keyboard. The third movement, Adagio ma non tanto, is a melancholic and introspective aria that features a beautiful melody in the violin. The final movement, Allegro, is a fast and joyful dance that brings the sonata to a lively conclusion. The sonata is characterized by its intricate counterpoint, expressive melodies, and virtuosic passages for both the violin and keyboard. Bach's use of counterpoint is particularly notable in the second movement, where the violin and keyboard engage in a lively and complex dialogue. The sonata also features a number of virtuosic passages for the violin, including rapid runs and arpeggios, as well as challenging double stops and chords. The Sonata for violin & keyboard No. 3 in E major, BWV 1016, premiered during Bach's lifetime, although the exact date and location of the premiere are unknown. The piece has since become a staple of the violin and keyboard repertoire and is widely regarded as one of Bach's most significant contributions to the genre.

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