Clarke, Shorter Pieces for Viola (Oxford)

Discover the lyrical beauty of Shorter Pieces for Viola by Rebecca Clarke, published by Oxford University Press. This carefully edited collection brings together six of Clarke's finest shorter works for viola and piano, showcasing the instrument that established her reputation as one of the twentieth century's greatest violist-composers. Featuring Lullaby, Lullaby (An Arrangement of an Ancient Irish Tune), Untitled, Chinese Puzzle, Passacaglia on an Old English Tune, and I'll Bid My Heart Be Still, the collection offers a captivating variety of lyrical, reflective, and characterful pieces. Most are suitable for players around Grades 6–7, making them excellent recital and study repertoire for developing violists. Edited from materials in Clarke's personal library, this Oxford edition provides beautifully presented scores that encourage expressive phrasing, tonal refinement, bow control, rhythmic accuracy, and stylistic interpretation while introducing performers to one of Britain's most important composers.

Key Features:

• Music by Rebecca Clarke
• Published by Oxford University Press
• For viola and piano
• Collection of six character pieces
• Suitable for approximately Grades 6–7
• Develops tone, phrasing, articulation, and musical expression
• Ideal for lessons, examinations, recitals, and festivals
• Valuable addition to the twentieth-century viola repertoire

Includes:

• Lullaby
• Lullaby (An Arrangement of an Ancient Irish Tune)
• Untitled
• Chinese Puzzle
• Passacaglia on an Old English Tune
• I'll Bid My Heart Be Still

Musical Benefits:

• Strengthens tone production and bow control
• Develops expressive phrasing and stylistic interpretation
• Improves rhythmic precision and musical confidence
• Builds recital and examination repertoire
• Expands knowledge of twentieth-century British viola music