Chaconne or Passacaille (V1) — Soprano & Tenor (or Alto) Recorder Duet Sheet Music (PDF) | D minor |

Chaconne or Passacaille (V1)
Key: D minor
Instrumentation: Recorder duet — Soprano + Tenor or Alto recorder
Composer: François Couperin (1668–1733)
Period: Baroque
Region / Culture: French
Type: Instrumental
Format: Digital download (PDF) — 2 files (2.8MB)

About this piece (and why “Chaconne / Passacaille” is a strong keyword)

In Baroque practice, chaconne and passacaglia/passacaille are closely related variation forms often built over an ostinato / ground bass (or a repeating harmonic pattern). Many references emphasize how the two terms overlap and are sometimes treated almost interchangeably, depending on repertoire and tradition.

This V1 version is a flexible recorder duet: you play the top line on soprano recorder, and the lower line can be performed on tenor or alto recorder—useful if you want to adapt to the instruments available in your ensemble or studio.

Practical duet tips (Soprano + Tenor/Alto)

• Choose your pairing by color:
  • Soprano + Tenor tends to sound fuller and more grounded (nice for a “grand” chaconne feel).
  • Soprano + Alto gives a tighter, clearer blend that can feel more agile.
• Balance: let the lower recorder carry the harmonic weight with steady tone; keep the soprano line singing without forcing volume.
• Articulation: in French Baroque style, aim for clean, elegant tonguing (light attacks, avoid harsh staccato unless the line asks for it).
• Phrasing across variations: shape longer arcs (4–8 bars) so the repeating structure feels like continuous development, not loops.

What you receive

• 2 digital files (2.8MB) as listed on the product page.