Eccles, Sonata in G minor For Violin And Piano (IMC)

Baroque elegance and expressive depth define Eccles: Sonata in G minor for Violin and Piano by Henry Eccles, published by International Music Company. Henry Eccles (1670–1742), son of the composer Solomon Eccles and brother of John Eccles, left England for Paris, where he became a member of King Louis XIV’s band. During this period, he composed a set of twelve sonatas, including the celebrated Sonata in G minor, strongly influenced by the Italian style of Giovanni Valentini.

This sonata stands as Eccles’s most enduring and widely performed work, admired for its noble melodic lines and expressive intensity. The four movements blend French refinement with Italian virtuosity, offering both lyrical passages and lively dance rhythms. Musicological research has revealed that the second movement, the Corrente, was originally composed by Italian violinist-composer Francesco Bonporti, adding further historical intrigue to this already distinguished work.

Presented in violin and piano format, this IMC edition provides performers with a practical and musically satisfying version of a Baroque staple. The sonata invites stylistic awareness, clear articulation, and expressive ornamentation, making it ideal for both recital performance and historically informed study.

Key features:

• One of Henry Eccles’s most notable Baroque sonatas
• Blends French elegance with Italian stylistic influence
• Includes the historically significant Corrente movement
• Ideal for developing Baroque articulation and phrasing
• Balanced partnership between violin and piano
• Excellent recital and teaching repertoire
• Encourages stylistic interpretation and ornamentation