Johann Christian Bach - Sinfonia Concertante No. 1, WC. 32 (c.1770)

Johann Christian Bach (September 5, 1735 – January 1, 1782) was a German composer of the Classical era, the eighteenth child of Johann Sebastian Bach, and the youngest of his eleven sons. After a spell in Italy, Bach moved to London in 1762, where he became known as "the London Bach". He is also sometimes known as "the English Bach", and during his time spent living in the British capital, he came to be known as John Bach. He is noted for playing a role in influencing the concerto styles of Haydn and Mozart. He contributed significantly to the development of the new sonata principle.

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Sinfonia Concertante No. 1 in G major, WC.32 (c.1770-1775)

1. Allegro (0:00)
2. Andante (7:12)
3. Tempo di Minuetto (12:53)

Graham Cracknell and Anna McDonald, violin
Angela East, cello and the Hanover Band conducted by Anthony Halstead

The Sinfonia Concertante W.C. 32 reflects the galant/Rococo style that J.C. Bach favored: melodic, elegant, and accessible, with a balance between soloist and orchestra. It is notable for its dialogue between the two violins and the cello and the way the orchestra supports and contrasts with them, a hallmark of the sinfonia concertante. This form influenced later composers such as Mozart and Haydn, who also explored similar hybrid genres.
Although J.C. Bach’s output in this form is relatively small, W.C. 32 is a key example of the early Classical sinfonia concertante and illustrates the transition from Baroque concerto grosso to the Romantic double/triple concerto.