Immerse your ensemble in the vibrant grandeur and dramatic flair of Pietro Antonio Locatelli's captivating Concerto Grosso in E minor, Op. 1 No. 4, presented here in a meticulously prepared new edition from the original score, complete with a thoughtfully realised harpsichord continuo part. This superb Baroque work offers string ensembles a thrilling journey through virtuosic solo passages and rich orchestral textures, perfectly capturing the essence of the Italian Baroque style.
Pietro Antonio Locatelli (1695-1764), a celebrated Italian violinist and composer, was a master of the Concerto Grosso, a form that juxtaposes a small group of soloists (the concertino) against a larger orchestral body (the ripieno). His Concerto Grosso Op. 1 No. 4, from his influential collection "XII Concerti Grossi," showcases his characteristic blend of dazzling virtuosity and profound musicality. 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 Locatelli sound to life.
Key Features:
- Instrumentation: Concertino (Violin I Solo, Violin II Solo, Cello Solo) & Ripieno String Orchestra (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Contrabass) & Harpsichord (realised continuo)
- Difficulty: Advanced Concertino (Violins, Cello), Intermediate-Advanced Ripieno Strings
- Editor/Realiser: Paul Wood
- Fidelity: This new edition meticulously presents Locatelli'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 (including solo and ripieno distinctions), and the realised harpsichord part provided.
Locatelli's Concerto Grosso Op. 1 No. 4 is renowned for its dramatic contrasts, its thrilling virtuosic demands on the soloists, and its rich Baroque harmonies. This edition brings those qualities to the forefront, offering a truly rewarding experience for advanced string ensembles and providing a substantial, engaging piece for both rehearsal and performance.
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: Chamber orchestras, advanced student ensembles, and concerts seeking elegant, historically informed, and authentic Baroque repertoire.
