Twelve Sonata's in Three Parts op. 2 - Festing, Michael Christian 1705-1752 (London Smith, 1731)
Festing was an English violinist and composer. His reputation lies mostly on his work as a violin virtuoso. His brother, John Festing, was a flautist and oboist who amassed a sizeable fortune through teaching music. His brother is most likely the musician depicted in William Hogarth's painting The Enraged Musician (1741)
Complete Set of parts
Violin part contains dedication to the Dutchess of Marlborough and a list of subscribers
Dedicated to Her Grace, Henrietta, Dutchess of Malborough, etc etc. The first, Second, and Third Sonata's, for two German Flutes, [or two Violins] and a bass. The Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Sonata's, for one German Flute, one Violin, (or two Violins] and a Bass. The Seventh, Eighth, Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Sonata's, for two Violins and a Bass.
Keywords: 18th Century (1701-1800); Instrumental music; Trio sonata; London (United Kingdom)