Although Arcangelo Corelli’s sonata Op. 5 No. 8 was originally written for violin, it is particularly suited to the recorder when transposed. Manfredo Zimmermann has arranged and performed this sonata for treble (alto) recorder and basso continuo in G minor.
The recordings begin with the concert version of each movement, following which you will hear the harpsichord accompaniment at slow and medium tempo to help you practise. Having mastered these slower versions, you’ll now be ready to play with basso continuo accompaniment at the original tempo. All of the versions were recorded live.
