ornamentation

[mswaller]

Does anyone have any suggestions on books that address ornamentation.  I've seen the Alfred's book of that title but was not impressed.  I struggle with how to interpret certain ornaments, particularly trills (ie do you start on the written note or above).  Any help would be appreciated.

[rallestar]

There's a great - and quite substantial - book on it by CPE Bach. I believe Charles Rosen has written one too. I've not personally read the latter, but they're both widely recommended.

[mswaller]

Thank you for your sugestion.  I'll look into the Rosen book.

[mknueven]

Sorry - I wish I knew how to post musical examples -
What about the minuet in G - in Bach?
There's a nice place to start - how do you play that?
I would start it on the note.

[mknueven]

sowierdproductions.com has some good examples
strange name I know...