Months ago I started looking at a Fantasia BWV 572 by JS Bach (surprised at my choice of composer? I hope not!).
The composition is a fine example of the Fantasia form in
the Baroque era. Classic (pun intended) ABA with brilliance in the first and
last sections with solid harmonies in the middle section. I like puzzling out
the structure of the harmony and using the bit of Music Theory I’ve learned
over the years. That can usually give me a good basis for putting the music
into thread.
Except this time.
Until last night….about 2 AM.
A foray into the thrift shops yesterday uncovered a lovely
little doily. I’m in the process of blocking it now so I’ll share a picture
later. The center section can be recognized as tatting with a bit of crochet
between it and the tatted edging. I’ve worked the edging many times. It’s a
simple ring and chain that meanders from edge to center to edge and is fun to
work.
That edging inspired the A section motif. I’ll use stacked
chains for the B. (chortle with glee can be heard)
Interesting, I recall that I too have had inspirations in the middle of the night. Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteOh good, it’s a wonderful feeling when inspiration strikes.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to start the new year! Here's to more inspiration in the days ahead 💕
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