Amazing Solos, Violin and Keyboard. Arranged by Howard Harrison. Published by Boosey & Hawkes.
Amazing Solos are amazingly wide-ranging selections of easy pieces. FromBach to Bernstein, a great variety of musical styles is included - folk melodies from England and Peru, baroque and classical 'lollipops', jazz and modern classics. A unique collection of exciting and varied music for the early grades.
Mozart’s Sonatas No. 7–12, K296, K376–K380 for Violin and Piano Vol. 2 (Henle) offers six masterful duo sonatas in a precise urtext edition—ideal for musicians exploring the depth and drama of Mozart’s Viennese style.
Key Features:
• Six Viennese sonatas in one volume
• Meticulous Henle urtext with editorial insights
• Rich interplay and expressive variety
• Great for advanced performers and chamber study
A lyrical and cinematic piece by Karl Jenkins, The Journey offers flowing melody and reflective warmth. With a companion CD included, this violin and piano edition is perfect for recital and expressive performance.
Key Features:
• Contemporary melodic style
• Inspired by Jenkins’ distinctive musical voice
• Includes CD
• Ideal for recital and special occasions
Three Sonatas for Viola and Piano, BWV 1027–1029 by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Bärenreiter, presents Bach's celebrated viola da gamba sonatas in an expertly prepared edition for viola and piano. These timeless chamber works combine elegant Baroque style with exceptional musical and technical depth, making them essential repertoire for advancing violists.
Key Features:
• Published by Bärenreiter
• Music by Johann Sebastian Bach
• Complete BWV 1027–1029 sonatas
• Arranged for viola and piano
• Scholarly Urtext edition
• Classic Baroque chamber repertoire
• Suitable for intermediate and advanced violists
• Develops tone, articulation, phrasing, and bow control
• Ideal for lessons, examinations, recitals, and auditions
• Essential addition to every serious violist's library
A practical and musical guide by Neil Mackay, A Tuneful Introduction to the Third Position for Violin helps students develop secure shifting through engaging exercises and pieces. Published by Stainer & Bell.
Key Features:
• Focused third-position training
• Melodic and engaging studies
• Builds confident shifting
• Ideal for advancing students
• Stainer & Bell edition
A refined Baroque masterpiece by Jean-Marie Leclair, the Sonata in D major, Op. 9 No. 3 blends elegance with virtuosic flair. This Schott edition is ideal for recital and stylistic study.
Key Features:
• Classic French Baroque repertoire
• Expressive and ornamented writing
• Ideal for advanced performance
• Schott edition
Valentine, Sonata in A min for Viola (Schott)
A dazzling recital favorite by Jenő Hubay, the Bolero combines fiery rhythm with virtuosic brilliance. This Bosworth edition offers a vibrant and exciting performance piece for violin and piano.
Key Features:
• Fiery Spanish-inspired character
• Brilliant violin virtuosity
• Ideal for recital performance
• Bosworth edition
A groundbreaking chamber masterpiece by Gabriel Fauré, the Violin Sonata No. 1 in A major, Op. 13 blends bold innovation with lyrical refinement. Published by Breitkopf & Härtel, it stands as one of the great Romantic sonatas for violin and piano.
Key Features:
• Acclaimed by Camille Saint-Saëns
• Innovative harmony and rhythm
• Passionate and lyrical contrasts
• Major recital repertoire work
• Breitkopf & Härtel edition
