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Bach, J.S. – Sonata for Viola da gamba No 2, D major BWV 1028

arranged for 2 guitars.

This Sonata is - literally taken - a Trio Sonata, written in a 3 part form: the right hand of the harpsichord ("violin"), the Viola da Gamba and the  left hand of the harpsichord, the continuo.
The Viola da Gamba does not - as one would expect - play the leading role. Rather it is placed in the middle (like a viola) in between the right and left hand of the harpsichord.

In the arrangement here I found it important to keep the top melody part complete ("violin")  rather than the left hand. I therefore fitted in the bass part as much as playable, leaving out some transitional notes and ornaments.

Surprisingly this lead to an accompaniment, which sounds rhythmically clearer.

* Bach: Sonata for Viola da gamba D major,  Adagio & Allegro

Sheet music 2 guitar parts $8.00 (will be send per email during the next 24 hours)