Breitkopf & Härtel is the longest-standing music publisher in the world, having first opened as a small Leipzig music printing shop in 1719. 2019 marked 300 years since the inception of the company, with its vast music-publishing catalogue continuing to make it a leader in its field.
Joseph Haydn's Violoncello Concerto in D major (Hob. VIIb:2) was edited by François-Auguste Gevaert for the violoncello and orchestra. It was published by Breitkopf & Härtel and consists of a piano score and a solo part. It runs for around 27 minutes and has 40 pages.
Joseph Joachim's Hebrew Melodies, Op. 9, were composed in 1854-55, 40 years after the poems that inspired them. Lord Byron and Isaac Nathan published 29 songs called Hebrew Melodies in 1815, now known as poems. Joachim, a Jewish composer, drew from similar liturgical sources as Nathan and composed his work with three movements. Breitkopf & Härtel published this edition for viola and piano.
A dazzling Romantic showpiece by Edward Elgar, La Capricieuse, Op. 17 combines French-inspired elegance with brilliant violin virtuosity. Published by Breitkopf & Härtel, it is a stylish and captivating recital work.
Key Features:
• Sparkling and virtuosic character
• Elegant French salon influence
• Expressive and agile violin writing
• Ideal for recital performance
• Breitkopf & Härtel edition
The "Lied ohne Worte" (Song without Words) in D major, Op. 109 is a unique posthumous piece of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy (1809-1847) arranged for Cello and Piano by Michael Denhoff, published by Breitkopf & Härtel. This character piece was created in 1845 and was dedicated by the composer to "Miss Lisa Cristiani".
Mozart’s 12 Duets for Violin and Viola (Breitkopf & Härtel), known as the “Kegel-Duette,” charm with lively interplay, melodic inventiveness, and a playful spirit—an essential set for chamber music enthusiasts.
Key Features:
• 12 expressive violin and viola duets
• Nicknamed the “Skittles Duets”
• Clear, performer-friendly Breitkopf & Härtel edition
• Perfect for study, recitals, and classical fans
Bring Mozart’s Concerto in D Major K218 for violin to life with this expertly crafted Breitkopf & Härtel edition — a top pick for discerning musicians.
Key Features:
• Violin part with clear piano reduction
• Scholarly editing by Cliff Eisen
• Virtuosic cadenzas by Andrew Manze
• Informed by historical performance practice
Mozart’s 6 Sonatas for Violin and Piano KV 55–60 (Breitkopf & Härtel) are captivating works with uncertain authorship, offering expressive Classical style and intriguing historical context.
Key Features:
• Six violin and piano sonatas
• Authorship not fully authenticated
• Includes historical notes on provenance
• Great for curious performers and scholars
Max Reger's Romanze in G Major WoO II/10 was written as an addition to the Neue Musik-Zeitung. The piece was published in 1910 for violin and piano and later adapted for other solo instruments. Despite its popularity, Reger was not fond of the piece, calling it "an occasional piece of the worst kind - for me!"
Experience Rimsky-Korsakov’s Flight of the Bumblebee for violin and piano in this Breitkopf & Härtel edition. This iconic piece, originally from the opera “The Tale of Czar Saltan,” is a favourite showpiece for advanced violinists with its fast, enchanting melody and technical challenges.
Key Features:
• Edition for violin and piano by Breitkopf & Härtel
• Famous orchestral interlude arranged for solo performance
• Fast, technically demanding music
• Perfect for recitals, competitions, and encores
The Toccata capricciosa op. 36 is a solo instrument work by Miklós Rózsa. It is a radical departure from his monumental film scores, with a maximum scoring reduction to bring back pure music. The piece was dedicated to Gregor Piatigorsky, follows an ABA' form, and contrasts virtuosic and furioso outbursts with a lyrical and almost meditative section. The tonal centre of the piece remains recognizable as D minor.
Experience Schubert’s romantic “Rondo in A major” for violin and piano (Breitkopf & Härtel). Originally for violin and orchestra, this lyrical masterpiece showcases Schubert’s gift for melody and emotional expression.
Key Features:
• By Romantic pioneer Franz Schubert
• Arranged for violin and piano
• Published by Breitkopf & Härtel
• Ideal for advanced players and recitals
• Rich in melodic and expressive charm
Schubert's Arpeggione Sonata, a masterpiece in Breitkopf & Härtel's catalogue, underwent a meticulous revision, thoroughly examining all sources. The piece's originality lies in its unique solo instrument, the arpeggione, replaced by violin and violoncello in 1871. The revised version is a magnificent piece showcasing Schubert's exceptional talent.
