The Fairy Masque (V2) — Recorder Quartet (SSAB) & Keyboard Sheet Music (PDF) | Keys: C–F | Robert Jo

The Fairy Masque — V2
Keys: C–F
Instrumentation / Arrangement: Recorder Quartet (SSAB: 2 Soprano, Alto, Bass) + Keyboard accompaniment
Composer: Robert Johnson (c. 1583–1633)
Period: Early Baroque
Region / Culture: English
Type: Instrumental
Format: Digital download (PDF) — 2 files (2.8MB)

About the piece

The Fairy Masque is an Early Baroque English instrumental attributed to Robert Johnson (English composer and lutenist associated with Jacobean court/theatre music).
This V2 edition is scored for recorder quartet SSAB plus keyboard, which is a very practical setup for studio teaching, consort rehearsals, and small chamber performances: the keyboard supports harmony and pulse, while the recorders focus on blend, articulation, and line-shaping.

Practical ensemble tips (SSAB + keyboard)

• Blend & tuning: SSAB texture works best when the inner voices (alto + bass) stay steady and the soprano parts match articulation and tone color.
• Keyboard role: treat the keyboard as the harmonic “glue”—it helps keep the quartet secure rhythmically and harmonically, especially in rehearsal and for less experienced consorts.
• Voicing: keep the bass recorder warm and supportive (avoid forcing), and let melodic material speak without the sopranos becoming sharp or too bright.
• Phrasing: masque repertoire often benefits from dance-like phrasing—shape in larger 4–8 bar arcs, staying elegant and buoyant.

What you receive

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