Composer

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Domenico Gabrielli

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Publication Date

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1684

Domenico Gabrielli's 'Balletti, gighe, correnti, alemande, e sarabande, dance collection for violin, viole & 2 violins ad lib, Op. 1' is a collection of baroque dance music composed in the late 17th century. The collection was composed in 1689 and premiered in Bologna, Italy. The collection consists of five movements: Balletti, Gighe, Correnti, Alemande, and Sarabande. Each movement is a different type of dance that was popular in the baroque era. The Balletti is a lively dance in triple meter, while the Gighe is a fast dance in duple meter. The Correnti is a quick dance in triple meter, and the Alemande is a slower dance in duple meter. The Sarabande is a slow, stately dance in triple meter. The characteristics of Gabrielli's dance collection are typical of baroque music. The music is highly ornamented, with trills, turns, and other embellishments added to the melody. The rhythms are often complex, with syncopation and irregular accents. The harmony is based on a system of chords, with frequent use of dissonance and chromaticism. The collection is scored for violin, viole, and two violins ad lib, which means that the two additional violins are optional and can be added at the discretion of the performers. This allows for a flexible ensemble size, which was common in baroque music. Overall, Gabrielli's 'Balletti, gighe, correnti, alemande, e sarabande, dance collection for violin, viole & 2 violins ad lib, Op. 1' is a fine example of baroque dance music. Its lively rhythms, intricate ornamentation, and flexible instrumentation make it a popular choice for performers and audiences alike.

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