"Mystery Sonatas"

The "Mystery Sonatas" are a set of twelve Baroque violin sonatas composed by Heinrich Ignaz Biber around 1676. Known for their expressive and innovative use of musical techniques, these works are notable for their emotional depth and technical complexity. The sonatas are called "Mystery" because each is dedicated to a different month of the year and often contains symbolic or programmatic elements, reflecting themes like seasons, religious symbolism, or personal reflection. They are considered masterpieces of early violin music, showcasing Biber’s creative use of harmony, ornamentation, and scordatura (alternative tunings) to evoke vivid imagery and spiritual storytelling.