A work that features much imitation and found in the music collection known as the Anna Magdalena Notebook. Although often attributed to J.S. Bach the composer of this work is unknown. Music in Bach’s time was often copied by hand and one can imagine how easy it was to lose the identity of the original composer particularly before music publishing was established. Baroque scores tend to have little score detail but this is a bright positive movement full of energy and intention. The work, intended to be played on a keyboard, in Bach’s own day, is very suited to being played by different combinations of instruments. Ornaments have been omitted in this arrangement Accompaniments are in place enabling both viola and cello players to enjoy ensemble practice as part of playing routines.
