A famous piece by Georg Philipp Telemann. Popular classical music.

Sonata in F minor for Bassoon and Basso Continuo, TWV 41:f1Georg Philipp Telemann

Sonata in F Minor (Georg Philip Telemann)

Sonata in F minor for Bassoon and Continuo, TWV 41:f1.

Movement I: Triste, Movement II: Allegro, Movement III: Andante, Movement IV: Vivace.

Performed by Travis Peplinski, bassoon, and Ksenia Polstiankina, piano.

Sonata in F major for Oboe and Basso Continuo, TWV 41:F3Georg Philipp Telemann

G.P. Telemann Sonata in F major, complete; Gonzalo X. Ruiz, baroque oboe with Voices of Music

Sonata in F major for oboe and basso continuo, TWV 41:F3.

I.

Andante, II.

Vivace, III.

Grave, IV.

Allegro.

Gonzalo X.

Ruiz, Hanneke van Proosdij, William Skeen, David Tayler.

12 Fantasias for Solo Flute, No. 10 in F-sharp minorGeorg Philipp Telemann

Fantasia for Flute in F-Sharp Minor, TWV 40:11

This is “Fantasia No.

10 in F-sharp minor from the Twelve Fantasias for Unaccompanied Flute,” composed by Georg Philipp Telemann, a German composer who represents the late Baroque era.

Telemann wrote as many as 4,000 works over his lifetime, continuing to compose with unflagging creative energy, and he produced many pieces that prominently feature the flute.

This fantasia is one such work, and it is also known for being unusual for its time in lacking a basso continuo.

Though written for solo, unaccompanied flute, it draws you in with the charms of the Baroque style and the instrument itself.

ScherzinoGeorg Philipp Telemann

[Recommended for piano recitals] Scherzino ♫ Telemann / Scherzino, Telemann

Born in 1681, Georg Philipp Telemann was an eminent figure who enjoyed immense popularity especially in Germany and France during the first half of the 18th century, and he is also known as one of the most prolific composers in the history of classical music.

He lived to the age of 86—which was exceptionally long for the time—and his connections with Handel and Bach are also well known.

Among his vast body of work, the piece “Scherzino” stands out for its cheerful and lively character.

Beginners may find the independence of the right and left hands and the intricate fingering a bit challenging, but it’s an ideal piece for becoming more aware of the left hand, which often takes on an accompaniment role.

Take care with the left-hand touch when repeating the same note in the middle section; aim to keep the expression light and agile.

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Fantasia in G minor, TWV 33:8Georg Philipp Telemann

PTNA 2017 Competition National Finals, Class C / Gold Prize, Miki Yasukawa

Fantasia in G minor TWV 33:8, composed by the Baroque master Georg Philipp Telemann, is a work that distills his experience absorbing the diverse music of many countries amid the splendor of court life.

Its lively melodies and free, improvisatory character reveal how deeply Telemann delighted in music.

For children new to Baroque music, polyphonic works—built from overlapping voices—can feel challenging, but this piece should be relatively approachable! It’s a perfect choice for young players who enjoy calm, contemplative pieces.

Trio Sonata in C major, TWV 42:C1, for two recorders and basso continuoGeorg Philipp Telemann

G. Ph. Telemann: Trio C dur | Anna & Barbora Špelinovy | MLŠSH Valtice 2015

Trio Sonata in C major, TWV 42:C1, for two recorders and basso continuo.

I.

Grave – Vivace, II.

Andante, III.

Xantippe, IV.

Dido.

Performed by Barbora Špelinová, Anna Špelinová, and Gábor Prehoffer.

Trio Sonata in F major, TWV 42:F9, for oboe, recorder, and basso continuoGeorg Philipp Telemann

G.P. Telemann Triosonata in Fa maggiore TWV 42:F9

Trio Sonata in F major, TWV 42:F9, for oboe, recorder, and basso continuo.

I.

Allegro, II.

Affettuoso, III.

Presto.

Performed by Giorgio Cassetta, Paolo Polastri, Andrea Bressan, and Lia Levi Minzi.