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A cornerstone of baroque keyboard literature, Handel's Passacaglia in G minor features a hypnotic ground bass pattern that inspired countless arrangements, most famously the Handel-Halvorsen Passacaglia for violin and viola.

The Passacaglia from Handel's Harpsichord Suite in G minor (HWV 432) is a monumental Baroque variation cycle. Though originally written for harpsichord, it gained modern fame through Halvorsen's virtuosic violin-cello arrangement. Its repeating bass pattern became a model for later composers.

Johan Halvorsen's Passacaglia, based on a theme from Handel's Harpsichord Suite in G Minor (HWV 432), is renowned for its technical demands in the string duo repertoire. Originally for violin and viola, its cello adaptations maintain the intense counterpoint and bravura passages that challenge even professional musicians.

A Baroque-era ground bass composition showcasing Handel's mastery of variations, often arranged for modern piano duets.

Handel’s Passacaglia from Suite in G Minor, HWV 432, is a masterful example of Baroque variations. Built on a repeating bassline, it showcases intricate counterpoint and harpsichord virtuosity. The piece influenced later composers, including Brahms, who wrote piano variations inspired by it.