Sarabande, Variations on a Theme by Bach Duet for Harp

 

Inspired by Movement IV of Partita No. 1 in Bb Major (BWV 825), Six Suites for Harpsichord, Johann Sebastian Bach, this Duet for Harp consists of Bach’s original theme plus 6 original variations.  Although originally written for two harps, this piece may be played instead as a piano duet.

Computer Rendition (MP3):

Sarabande Harp Pg1

Sarabande Harp Pg2

Composer: J.S Bach / W.T. Stephenson
Arranger: W.T. Stephenson
Created: Feb 2016
Lyrics:

None.

Movements:

  • Original Theme, Sarabande
  • Variation 1, Bouncing on a Bed
  • Variation 2, Agitato e marcato
  • Variation 3, Clouds on a Sunny Day
  • Variation 4, Con brio
  • Variation 5, Dolce
  • Variation 6, Con ansia
Duration: 5:10