Telemann: Concerto No. 1 in D major for double bass quartet (arr. Heyes)

About the Concerto Concerto No.1 in D major is from a set of four concertos for violin quartet without continuo and transcribes beautifully for the advanced double bass quartet. Originally in G major, the four contrasting movements (Largo-Allegro-Adagio-Vivace) feature lively melodies and intricate counterpoint with the melodic material shared equally between the four players. Highlighting the interplay between the basses, each playing in thumb position, the concerto has been described as “showcasing Telemann’s ingenuity and the vibrant musical language of the Baroque era.” Concerto No.1 in D major would be an excellent concert opener with effective musical and technical challenges for each player. About the Composer Georg Philipp Telemann (1681-1767) was one of the most prolific composers of the Baroque age and his surviving output includes more than 3,000 pieces in many genres. Telemann was self-taught as a composer and was well regarded during his lifetime, living most of his life i