Fantasie - Silvius Leopold Weiss

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Fantasie by Silvius Leopold Weiss was originally written for the lute in the Baroque period probably when he served at the royal courts. He was a prolific composer for the lute and was reputed to have written more than 1,000 pieces of which approximately some 850 have survived to the present day.

My arrangement has complete fingering suggestions for both hands to guide you through the piece from beginning to end.

7 pages featuring:

  • Sheet music with tabs underneath (complete fingerings for both hands)

  • Sheet music only

  • Tabs only

Fantasie by Silvius Leopold Weiss was originally written for the lute in the Baroque period probably when he served at the royal courts. He was a prolific composer for the lute and was reputed to have written more than 1,000 pieces of which approximately some 850 have survived to the present day.

My arrangement has complete fingering suggestions for both hands to guide you through the piece from beginning to end.

7 pages featuring:

  • Sheet music with tabs underneath (complete fingerings for both hands)

  • Sheet music only

  • Tabs only

As is often the case with the treatment of Baroque music special emphasis must be placed upon the rhythmic pulse of the music. Often performers are criticised by so called 'Baroque specialists' that they are 'romanticising' phrases and passages in the music instead of approaching it using the methodology of the period. Therefore, I do suggest that this piece be performed with fairly strict attention to the rhythm. Excessive use of ritenuto, ritards, and rubato should probably be avoided.

Technically the piece does have several chords that are challenging due to the extension required by the left-hand however with diligence and a relaxed approach you should be able to overcome these few chords. Remember to make good use of the following 3 left-hand principles:

1. Pivot fingers

2. Guide fingers

3. Preparation

The right-hand is not overly challenged in this piece but do keep it steady and work on producing an even tone with strict articulation.

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Sheet Music & Tabs included

  • HD Video Lessons - carefully show you every single note from beginning to end

  • Detailed Fingering — provide clear indications explaining which fingers to use for fretting and picking

  • Progress Tracking — gives a measurable and meaningful sense of accomplishment plus motivation

  • Printable Score — tabs and music notation are an additional tool to assist with learning

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