Franck Sonata In A Major For Viola And Piano (IMC)
$47.95
Sonata in A Major by César Franck, arranged for viola and piano, edited by Joseph Vieland, and published by International Music Company, is one of the most celebrated works of the Romantic chamber music repertoire. Richly lyrical and emotionally powerful, this timeless sonata is essential study and recital repertoire for advanced violists.
Key Features:
• Music by César Franck
• Published by International Music Company
• Arranged for viola and piano
• Edited by Joseph Vieland
• Sonata in A Major
• Originally composed for violin and piano.
• Suitable for advanced violists
• Develops tone, phrasing, vibrato, ensemble playing, and musical expression
Franck Sonata In A Major For Viola And Piano (IMC)
Experience one of the greatest masterpieces of the Romantic chamber music repertoire with Sonata in A Major by César Franck, expertly arranged for viola and piano and edited by Joseph Vieland, published by International Music Company. Originally composed for violin and piano in 1886, Franck's iconic sonata has become one of the most celebrated works in the chamber music canon. The viola's rich, warm timbre lends exceptional depth and lyrical beauty to this timeless masterpiece, allowing performers to fully explore its soaring melodies, lush harmonies, and dramatic emotional contrasts. Comprising four interconnected movements, the sonata demands both technical command and mature musical interpretation, making it an essential work for advanced violists. This International Music Company edition provides an outstanding resource for conservatory study, diploma examinations, recitals, auditions, competitions, and concert performances while developing tone production, bow control, vibrato, shifting, double stops, phrasing, intonation, ensemble playing, and expressive artistry. A cornerstone of the viola repertoire, Franck's Sonata in A Major remains an indispensable addition to every serious violist's library.
Key Features:
- Music by César Franck
- Published by International Music Company
- Arranged for viola and piano
- Edited by Joseph Vieland
- Sonata in A Major
- Originally composed for violin and piano in 1886
- Four-movement Romantic chamber music masterpiece
- Suitable for advanced violists
- Ideal for conservatory study, diploma examinations, recitals, auditions, competitions, and concerts
- Essential cornerstone of the Romantic viola repertoire
Musical Benefits:
- Develops advanced tone production and expressive phrasing
- Strengthens shifting, double stops, vibrato, and bow control
- Improves ensemble skills and musical interpretation
- Builds confidence for recital, audition, and competition performance
- Expands mastery of the core Romantic chamber music repertoire
