Hoffmeister, Viola Concerto in D (Comus)
$43.95
Viola Concerto in D Major by Franz Anton Hoffmeister, published in the Comus Edition, is one of the most beloved concertos in the Classical viola repertoire. Featuring a brilliant opening movement, a beautifully expressive Adagio, and an energetic Rondo finale, it is an outstanding choice for intermediate and advanced violists preparing for recitals, auditions, competitions, and conservatory study.
Key Features:
• Music by Franz Anton Hoffmeister
• Published in the Comus Edition
• For viola and piano
• Viola Concerto in D Major
• Complete three-movement Classical concerto.
• Suitable for intermediate and advanced violists
• Develops Classical style, tone, articulation, and concerto technique
Hoffmeister, Viola Concerto in D (Comus)
Showcase the expressive brilliance of the viola with Viola Concerto in D Major by Franz Anton Hoffmeister, presented in this practical Comus Edition for viola and piano. One of the defining concertos of the Classical period, this enduring masterpiece has remained a favourite among violists for generations thanks to its elegant craftsmanship, lyrical melodies, and rewarding virtuosity. Hoffmeister writes with remarkable sensitivity for the instrument, allowing the viola's rich, singing voice to shine while challenging the soloist with passages that demand precision, agility, and expressive refinement. Equally suited to the concert platform and the teaching studio, the concerto remains a standard work for auditions, competitions, and advanced musical study.
Following the traditional three-movement Classical concerto design, the work opens with a vibrant Allegro in sonata form, featuring brilliant solo passages, graceful thematic development, and imaginative echo effects that highlight the viola across different registers. The heartfelt Adagio offers a striking contrast, inviting the performer to shape long lyrical lines with warmth, sensitivity, and tasteful ornamentation. The spirited Rondo (Allegro) concludes the concerto with infectious energy, combining memorable themes with sparkling sixteenth-note passages that display both technical dexterity and musical confidence. This Comus Edition is ideal for intermediate and advanced violists seeking to refine Classical interpretation while expanding their concerto repertoire with one of the instrument's most celebrated works.
Key Features:
- Music by Franz Anton Hoffmeister
- Published in the Comus Edition
- For viola and piano
- Viola Concerto in D Major
- Complete three-movement Classical concerto.
- Features virtuosic Allegro, lyrical Adagio, and lively Rondo finale
- Showcases the viola's lyrical and technical capabilities
- Suitable for intermediate and advanced violists
- Ideal for recitals, auditions, competitions, examinations, and conservatory study
- A cornerstone of the Classical viola concerto repertoire
Musical Benefits:
- Develops expressive Classical phrasing and stylistic interpretation
- Strengthens bow control, articulation, shifting, and technical fluency
- Improves intonation, tonal projection, and dynamic control
- Enhances concerto performance skills and collaboration with piano
- Builds confidence through a balanced blend of lyrical and virtuosic playing
