Vivaldi Concerto for 2 Mandolins - Guitar Quartet

Famous, in particular, for its delightful Slow Movement, the whole Vivaldi Concerto for 2 Mandolins (RV532) is a musical gem.

I’ve taken my inspiration from a public domain Score and a faultless performance on YouTube.

It might seem odd to arrange a Mandolin Concerto for 4 Guitars, but the interplay between the two lead instruments is now copied in the two accompanying guitars, giving a stereo effect that will delight audiences and players alike.

The first and last movements are really quite brisk, making the overall standard advanced intermediate or higher, but the mellow sound of the guitar does allow a slight reduction in tempo without losing any of the intrinsic beauty of the piece.

The iconic Slow Movement is also on sale separately as a Guitar Trio, suitable for early intermediate to intermediate players.

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