Who's behind the notes? Discover Henry Purcell: England's Baroque Master
Composed in 1680, this four-voice fantasia (Z.735/4) showcases Purcell's mastery of counterpoint and viol consort writing. Part of a set of 15 fantasias, it blends intricate polyphony with dramatic harmonies, reflecting the transition from Renaissance to Baroque styles. The work was originally for viols, but later arrangements, like the one mentioned here, adapted it for keyboard.