The violin sonatas and trio sonatas of Arcangelo Corelli shaped the very language of Baroque violin writing and chamber music.
Corelli: Complete Violin Sonatas & Trio Sonatas, published by Dover Publications, offers a complete and practical collection of these essential masterpieces.
Key features
• Core Baroque violin repertoire
• Influential models of sonata form
• Elegant, balanced, and stylistically pure
• Ideal for study, teaching, and performance
Few composers shaped the early development of violin technique and Baroque sonata form as profoundly as Arcangelo Corelli. His sonatas became foundational models for generations of composers, influencing figures from Handel to Bach and establishing standards of elegance, balance, and expressive clarity that defined the Italian Baroque style.
Corelli: Complete Violin Sonatas & Trio Sonatas, published by Dover Publications, brings together these seminal works in a comprehensive and accessible volume, offering violinists and chamber musicians the full scope of Corelli’s lyrical invention, refined ornamentation, and structurally balanced writing. The violin sonatas explore both the church sonata (sonata da chiesa) and chamber sonata (sonata da camera) traditions, while the trio sonatas reveal intricate contrapuntal dialogue and graceful interplay between voices—cornerstones of Baroque ensemble practice.
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Corelli: Three Sonatas Op. 5 Nos. 8, 9 & 11 by Arcangelo Corelli showcases three refined examples from his landmark Opus 5 collection.
Key features
• Core Baroque violin repertoire
• Balanced structure and graceful lyricism
• Develops clarity of articulation and stylistic precision
• Ideal for advanced students and recital performance
La Follia Sonata Op. 5 No. 12 by Arcangelo Corelli, published by Schott Music, is the celebrated final sonata of Op. 5, built on the famous “La Follia” theme.
Key features
• Brilliant Baroque variation work
• Historic milestone in violin technique
• Elegant yet technically demanding
• Essential advanced violin repertoire
Corelli’s Three Sonatas Opus 5, arranged by Gustav Jensen, beautifully blends Baroque music for violin and piano. Originally for violin and continuo, these sonatas feature melodic elegance and emotional depth. Jensen’s adaptations enhance Corelli’s work with harmonic richness, allowing the violin to shine. Each sonata presents a range of emotions, showcasing the collaborative spirit of chamber music while inviting musicians to explore Baroque performance practices. This delightful fusion of Corelli’s genius and Jensen’s interpretation celebrates the timelessness of great compositions.
• Sonata in A Major, Op. 5, No. 9
• Sonata in E Minor, Op. 5, No. 8
• Sonata in E Major, Op. 5, No. 11
