Composer

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Maurizio Cazzati

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Sonata

Maurizio Cazzati's 'Sonatas (12) & Capriccio for 2 violins & continuo, Op. 18' is a collection of 12 sonatas and a capriccio for two violins and continuo. The collection was composed in the Baroque era and was first published in 1678. The premiere of the collection is not known. The collection is divided into 12 sonatas and a capriccio. Each sonata has three movements, and the capriccio has one. The movements are typically fast-slow-fast, with the exception of the capriccio, which is a single fast movement. The first movement of each sonata is typically in a fast tempo and features virtuosic violin writing. The second movement is slower and more lyrical, often featuring a cantabile melody. The final movement is typically a fast dance, such as a gigue or a bourrée. The capriccio is a virtuosic showpiece for the two violins, featuring fast runs and intricate passagework. It is a single movement in a fast tempo and is often performed as an encore. The collection is characterized by its virtuosic violin writing and its use of the continuo, which provides a harmonic foundation for the violin parts. The continuo typically consists of a harpsichord or organ and a bass instrument, such as a cello or bassoon. Overall, Cazzati's 'Sonatas (12) & Capriccio for 2 violins & continuo, Op. 18' is a significant contribution to the Baroque repertoire for two violins and continuo. Its virtuosic writing and use of the continuo make it a challenging and rewarding work for performers and a delightful listening experience for audiences.

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