“Alman” is a lute work by English composer and lutenist Robert Johnson (London, 1583 – 1633), one of the most prominent musicians at the courts of James I and Charles I. Composed likely in the early 17th century, the piece belongs to the style of almains or allemandes—courtly dances with a binary rhythm and an elegant character.

In its transcription for guitar, the piece retains its clear and balanced structure, featuring refined counterpoint and harmonic progressions typical of the late Renaissance. Its idiomatic lute writing allows for a smooth adaptation to the guitar, highlighting its cantabile melodic line and moderate rhythmic character.

Alman is accessible to intermediate-level performers and represents an excellent example of English lute repertoire, combining harmonic sophistication with a serene, melancholic beauty.