Sonata No. 1 by Johann Ernest Galliard

• Solo Title: Sonata No. 1
• Composer and Arranger: Johann Ernest Galliard (1678-1749)
• Publisher Code: International Music Company, 2221
• Date Published: 1963
• Clef: Bass
• Purchase Link: Sheet Music Plus
• Recording: Mike Hall, Johann Ernst Galliard Six Sonatas, ODU

The six sonatas by Galliard are considered standard literature for the trombone. Originally written for the bassoon or cello, Galliard’s first Sonata is a prime example of taking liberty through the slow movements and pursuing crisp rhythm in the quicker movements. Centered around A minor, each of the five movements are short but demanding. Trills are a common occurrence throughout the Sonata and will push the soloist to learn proper performance practice to enhance a successful performance. Do not be fooled with the frequent use of 32nd notes as those movements tend to be slower with the eighth note receiving the main pulse. Each organization list has different requirements for how many movements should be performed at the contest. Some lists only require a specific Sonata.

Movements and Tempo Markings			Duration
I. Cantabile (e=74)			2'
II. Spiritoso e staccato, a tempo moderato (dotted q=75)			2'
III. Largo e staccato (e=58)			2'
IV. Hornpipe a l’Ingles Allegro e staccato (h=112)			2'
V. Vivace (dotted h=65)			2'
Organization’s Class and Grade Levels		FMEA	ISSMA	ITA	NYSSMA	OMEA	PMEA	UIL
(What is This?)		4	Yes	4	5	A	5	1 / 2 [1]
Grading Points Scale		Level	Total Points	Range	Rhythm	Tempo	Duration	Bonus
(What is This?)		-	-	E2 to G4	32nd	77 bpm	10'	ornamentation
		4 (4.2)	21	2.5	5.5	2	10	1

1. Grade 1 specifies to play one entire Sonata. Grade 2 specifies to play two contrasting movements from one Sonata.