Johann Pachelbel   (1653-1706)

Canon in D major 

Canon in D major
Johann Pachelbel is best known for this Canon, which is sometimes called "Pachelbel's canon". This peace is very beautiful and brimful of glee. It is for three violins and basso continuo. Playing a violin part is so enjoyable, however, violoncello part is boring. It is repetition of only two bars.

liink to ACORDO SHEET MUSIC (whole scores can be browsed.)  for 3 Violins & Cello (original)

for String Quartet (arr.)
In this arrangement, Violoncello and Viola take charge of part of basso continuo. When viola plays basso continuo, violoncello plays a melody part, and vice versa. Four plays could enjoy playing this beautiful music!

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