Description
The Allemande is a moderately paced Baroque dance in duple meter, and this A minor example is one of the denser pieces in Handel's keyboard output, running over two and a half minutes with closely woven contrapuntal lines between the hands. Subtle modulations beneath its steady tread give the piece its expressive depth. It demands solid technique, suited to advanced players.
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About the Composer
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)
George Frideric Handel was a Baroque composer born in Halle, Germany, who later became a naturalized British citizen. Celebrated for the oratorio Messiah and his Italian-style operas, he also composed many keyboard suites and sonatas. Often mentioned alongside his contemporary Bach, his music is marked by accessible melody and stately grandeur. This site includes 72 of his works, such as gavottes, concertos, and sonatinas.
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