Sonata Arnold Edward Trevor Bax

Sonata for Viola and Piano

Inhalt / Content:

I. Molto moderato - Allegro
II. Allegro energico, ma non troppo presto
III. Molto lento

Arnold Bax's Viola Sonata was completed in 1922 and was dedicated to the well-known British viola virtuoso, Lionel Tertis. The two premiered the work. It is no set key although it is tonal though not in the traditional sense. It begins with a flowing Molto moderato which at times rises to an agitated feverish pitch. The middle movement, Allegro energico ma non troppo presto, is restless and thrusting. The work ends ins somber fashion with a Molto lento.