Viola Concerto in G major (Telemann)

Telemann focused on composing for lesser-known instruments, resulting in the composition of this Viola Concerto.

[1] Telemann's Concerto for Viola represents a major Baroque concerto, as he explored the soloistic sound of the instrument, allowing it to be viewed as more than just an ensemble instrument.

Bach and Vivaldi’s standard concerti of three movements, Telemann’s Concerto in G major for Viola contains four movements, and follows sonata da chiesa form,[3] alternating between the tutti and solo sections, a common practice during this period.

Movements: The fast movements contain very few slurs, and many performers' editions include slurring suggestions, often indistinguishable from markings contained in the original.

The performer is encouraged to invent a varied pattern of slurs which fits the shape of each phrase.