18th Century violinist-composer Pierre Gavinies, once described by Viotti as the "French Tartini," was certainly a violinist of great skill, if his virtuosity may be judged from his printed legacy. His 24 Studies (Matinees) for solo violin cover all 24 keys and a wide variety of techniques. Because of this, and because of the difficulty of the studies, they are highly regarded in the violin community, and taken as prescribed medicine by advanced violinists the world over. This edition of the 24 Studies is edited by Ivan Galamian. Published by the International Music Company.
Cello, Piano Accompaniment (Score and Solo Part) Cello and Piano. Composed by Various. Edited by Katharina Deserno and Rainer Mohrs. Sheet music with CD. String. Ob fur Unterricht oder das erste Konzert: Die Ausgabe enthalt leichte, bekannte Stucke von der Renaissance bis zur Moderne, die sorgfaltig nach technischen und musikalischen Anforderungen ausgewahlt wurden. Alle Stucke sind auf der beiliegenden CD enthalt. Renaissance, Modern, Classical. Softcover with CD. 40 pages. Schott Music #ED21705. Published by Schott Music (HL.49044671).
An important key in maintaining and promoting the highest degree of technical mastery for virtuosi and orchestral muscians whose time for technical pracrice may be limited to an hour.
