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Scan 329
the history of the violin, 1864
22 lines. Read by computer on 28 September 2026. Printed page 307. See the scan on archive.org.
1words which our Saviour Christ spoke upon the cross; these seven words are—
31st words, Pater, dimitte illis, quia nesciunt quid faciunt.
42nd words, Hodie mecum eris in Paradiso.
53rd words, Mulier, ecce filius tuus.
64th words, Deus meus, Deus meus, ut dereliquisti me?
75th words, Sitio.
86th words, Consummatum est.
97th words, In manus tuas commendo spiritum meum.
11"Immediately after follows the conclusion; namely, the Earthquake.
13"Each sonata, or each subject, is produced simply by instrumental music, in such a manner as to leave the deepest impression on the mind of the most unmusical. The whole work lasts somewhat more than an hour, but there is after each sonata some pause, that one may be able to think on the next following subject. All the sonatas together contain somewhat more than four of my symphonies. The whole will be contained in thirty-seven pages.
15"Also, I have three more pretty notturnos, quite new, with violin obligato, not at all difficult, with a flute, violoncello, two violins ripieno, two French horns, viola, and contre-bass.
17"If you should wish to have some of these musical pieces, you will have the kindness to let me know, and at the same time also the price which you are willing to give me for them, as soon as possible. The seven sonatas are already nearly copied out fair upon soft paper, and waiting an early answer. I am, with much esteem,
19"Your most obedient Servant,
21"JOSEPH HAYDN."
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