Discover the elegant charm and vibrant energy of Martino Bitti's captivating Violin Concerto in D major, presented here in a meticulously prepared new edition from the original score, complete with a thoughtfully realised harpsichord continuo part. This delightful Baroque work offers aspiring soloists and ensembles a wonderful opportunity to explore clear melodic lines, engaging virtuosity, and dynamic interplay, all within an authentic and historically informed setting.
Martino Bitti (1655–1743), a distinguished Italian violinist and composer, was a master of the Baroque concerto, contributing significantly to the genre in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. His Violin Concerto in D major, characteristic of his engaging style, showcases the instrument's lyrical capabilities alongside lively orchestral textures. This new edition by Paul Wood breathes fresh life into the original score, ensuring crystal-clear readability, accuracy, and ease of use for all performers. Crucially, it includes an expertly realised harpsichord continuo part, providing a historically informed and musically complete foundation for your ensemble, perfect for bringing the authentic Baroque sound to life.
Key Features:
- Instrumentation: Violin Solo & String Orchestra (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Contrabass) & Harpsichord (realised continuo)
- Difficulty: Intermediate-Advanced Violin Solo, Intermediate-Advanced String Orchestra
- Editor/Realiser: Paul Wood
- Fidelity: This new edition meticulously presents Bitti's original score, ensuring accuracy and readability for contemporary musicians, complemented by an expertly realised harpsichord part.
- Contents: PDF File of full Score, all individual instrumental parts, and the realised harpsichord part provided.
Bitti's Violin Concerto in D major is renowned for its charming melodies, its energetic outer movements, and its effectiveness in showcasing the solo violin within a Baroque framework. This edition brings those qualities to the forefront, offering a truly rewarding experience for the intermediate-advanced violin soloist and providing a substantial, engaging piece for intermediate-advanced string orchestras.
Elevate your repertoire with this exciting and beautifully presented edition of a Baroque masterpiece, complete with a professional and historically sensitive continuo realisation.
Perfect for: Student recitals, chamber orchestras, advanced student ensembles, and concerts seeking elegant, historically informed, and authentic Baroque repertoire.
