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These sonatas reveal a great independence of thought in melodic writing that pushed the boundaries of flute technique further than before. They consist of highly ornamented, virtuoso, parts for the flute in a style that expresses a freedom and brilliance unique in English flute sonatas of this period. From a technical point of view, the range of notes required is exceptional; for the first time, flute-players in England were required to venture up to g'''.