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Program Notes :
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This Saraband in D Major, Z. D219/2 is an easy dance movement attributed to Henry Purcell.
In accordance with English Baroque performance practice, the quarter notes should be played slightly detached in both hands.
Also, please take note that the editor has provided in this score suggestions for the correct realization of ornaments in accordance with the Rules for Graces as stated in The Harpsichord Master (1697) and which were, according to the title page, given with the knowledge and consent of Henry Purcell.
These ornaments are :
- The shake (English name for trill), in measures 1, 8 and 16
- The backfall, in measure 3
Furthermore, the editor suggests adding a shake in mm. 4 and 12, similarly to the shake in mm. 8 and 16.
Such cadential trills were customarily added by performers of the Baroque era even if not indicated by the composer.
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