Pièces de Concours – Volume 1 is a distinctive collection of six historic Paris Conservatoire competition pieces for viola and piano, edited by Jutta Puchhammer-Sédillot. Published by Schott, these rarely heard Romantic works combine lyrical and virtuosic challenges, with modern fingerings and bowings added for today’s violists.
Key Features:
• Six works for viola and piano
• From the Paris Conservatoire repertoire
• Edited by Jutta Puchhammer-Sédillot
• Published by Schott Music
• Intermediate to advanced level
• Ideal for advanced study, auditions, and recitals
Rediscover a fascinating part of the viola’s Romantic heritage with Pièces de Concours – Volume 1, edited by Jutta Puchhammer-Sédillot and published by Schott Music. Drawn from the historic Paris Conservatoire examination repertoire, this intermediate-to-advanced collection contains six works by Charles-Édouard Lefebvre, Paul Rougnon, Léon Honnoré, and Henri Marteau, originally intended to demonstrate a violist’s technical, virtuosic, and lyrical abilities. Modern fingerings and bowing indications have been added to make these rarely performed works more accessible for today’s players, creating a valuable collection for advanced study, auditions, examinations, and recital performance.
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The Galamian Scale System book has been updated to meet the demand of players at all levels. It integrates scales and arpeggios with bowing and rhythm patterns, making it an excellent resource for viola players. Edited by Karen Olson, this system is designed to enhance playing abilities.
It includes two parts:
• Part 1 - Scale, Double Stop and Arpeggio Exercises
• Part 2 - Bowing and Rhythm Patterns
This is a collection of 50 children's songs, volume 2, arranged by Rainer Mühlbacher for violin and viola. Bruno Uetz Musikverlag publishes it. The album is perfect for beginners on the violin and viola, as it is very easy to play. Remember, don't play alone!
Shooting Stars by Katherine and Hugh Colledge contains 21 lively and imaginative pieces for viola and piano. Introducing compound time, varied rhythms, bowing techniques, and greater use of the fingers, the collection provides an enjoyable next step for developing violists.
Key Features:
• 21 pieces for viola and piano
• Develops rhythm and compound time
• Introduces varied bowing techniques
• Strengthens 2nd, 3rd, and 4th finger use
• Ideal for lessons, practice, and performances
The Viola Method Book 3 by Louis Metz, published by Broekmans & Van Poppel, is a helpful guide for intermediate viola players. The book covers various aspects of playing, including fingering, bowing, dynamics, and rhythm, and includes clear explanations, exercises, and musical examples. It's user-friendly and engaging, making it an excellent resource for those looking to improve their viola skills.
Pièces de Concours – Volume 3 completes Schott’s collection of historic Paris Conservatoire repertoire for viola and piano. Featuring Concertinos by Hans Sitt, Heinrich Arends, and Léon Firket, this edition combines rarely heard repertoire with modern fingerings and bowings for greater accessibility.
Key Features:
• Three Concertinos for viola and piano
• Works by Sitt, Arends, and Firket
• Edited by Jutta Puchhammer-Sédillot
• Published by Schott Music
• Modern fingerings and bowing indications
• Ideal for advanced study, auditions, and recitals
This book is a comprehensive guide for intermediate-level students to develop excellent left and right-hand techniques. It includes three sections covering technique, tone, tuning, major and minor keys, etudes, and bowing style. The book offers a variety of enjoyable repertoire and exercises, such as scales, chorales, and classical pieces, to keep students engaged and motivated. Its primary goal is to help students establish a strong foundation in technique, resulting in excellent musical performances and opening up a vast literature world. Whether you teach in a classroom or a private studio, this book is an ideal resource to enhance your students' skills.
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Pièces de Concours – Volume 1 is a distinctive collection of six historic Paris Conservatoire competition pieces for viola and piano, edited by Jutta Puchhammer-Sédillot. Published by Schott, these rarely heard Romantic works combine lyrical and virtuosic challenges, with modern fingerings and bowings added for today’s violists.
Key Features:
• Six works for viola and piano
• From the Paris Conservatoire repertoire
• Edited by Jutta Puchhammer-Sédillot
• Published by Schott Music
• Intermediate to advanced level
• Ideal for advanced study, auditions, and recitals
