Butterworth, Op. 78 Sonata For Viola And Piano (Comus)
$43.95
Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 78 by Arthur Butterworth, published by Comus Edition, is a compelling work that showcases the viola's expressive voice through rich lyricism and dynamic musical contrasts. This rewarding sonata is an excellent choice for advanced violists seeking substantial twentieth-century recital and study repertoire.
Key Features:
• Music by Arthur Butterworth
• Published by Comus Edition
• For viola and piano
• Sonata, Op. 78
• Suitable for advanced violists
• Develops advanced technique and expressive musicianship
• Ideal for recitals, auditions, competitions, and conservatory study
• Rich contemporary British repertoire
• Excellent educational and concert work
• Valuable addition to every serious violist's library
Butterworth, Op. 78 Sonata for Viola and Piano (Comus)
Discover a significant work of the modern British viola repertoire with Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 78 by Arthur Butterworth, published by Comus Edition. Renowned for his richly expressive musical language and masterful craftsmanship, Butterworth composed this sonata to explore the viola's distinctive warmth, lyrical character, and dramatic expressive range. The work combines sweeping melodic lines, colourful harmonies, and compelling rhythmic vitality, creating a rewarding partnership between viola and piano. Offering both technical and interpretative challenges, this sonata develops tone production, bow control, vibrato, phrasing, intonation, shifting, rhythmic precision, and ensemble collaboration. Suitable for advanced violists, this Comus edition is ideal for conservatory study, diploma examinations, recitals, auditions, competitions, and concert performance, making it an outstanding addition to the contemporary British viola repertoire.
Key Features:
- Music by Arthur Butterworth
- Published by Comus Edition
- For viola and piano
- Sonata, Op. 78
- Important work of the modern British viola repertoire
- Rich lyrical writing with expressive harmonic language
- Develops advanced technique and musical interpretation
- Suitable for advanced violists
- Ideal for conservatory study, recitals, auditions, competitions, and examinations
- Valuable addition to the contemporary viola repertoire
Musical Benefits:
- Strengthens advanced viola technique
- Develops expressive phrasing and tonal control
- Improves rhythmic precision and ensemble skills
- Builds confidence in recital and competition performance
- Expands the modern British viola repertoire
