Description

Throughout his life, Handel consistently revisited the creation of pieces for violin and basso continuo.

Between 1773 and 1779, Mozart created most of his compositions for solo string instruments and orchestra. Particularly significant in this context are the years 1773 and 1775, during which the five concertos for Violin and orchestra were composed, alongside various individual movements for the same ensemble.

The reasons for this surge of activity in this field stem partly from the reality that Mozart, who was still holding the position of concertmaster to the Prince-Archbishop, was either compelled or motivated to create such pieces for specific events during this extensive time in Salzburg. However, another reason was undoubtedly the opportunity to experiment with the various new compositional methods learned during his third visit to Italy and his several-month stay in Vienna from July to September 1773.