A. Corelli: Trio II for 2 violoncellos & double bass (ed. Bertram Turetzky)

About the Trio Trio Sonata II is in four contrasting movements with something of interest for each player. The double bass part remains in bass clef, creating a strong supportive foundation, above which the two cellos weave and contrast lyrical and energetic solo lines. Ideal for any concert or audience or simply to play with friends, Trio Sonata II is a wonderful and evocative addition to the chamber music transcription repertoire.'The leading cello and bass players were part of the complex mechanism which controlled the orchestra of the 18th and 19th-centuries. Previous to the 19th century, 'modern' baton-wielding conductors were unknown. Orchestral direction was, basically, of a dual nature with a keyboard-conductor, using chords, accents and physical motions, aided by a violinist-leader, whence the title 'concert master'. To the side of the keyboard-conductor were the leading cellist and bassist, frequently playing from the conductor's own part. The playing of the Principal Bass wa