Giordani Sonata in Bb Major for Viola and Piano (Schott)

Ten Pieces for Viola, Volume 2 by Frank Bridge, published by The Frank Bridge Trust in association with Thames Publishing, is a beautiful collection of five expressive miniatures for viola and piano. Expertly transcribed by Veronica Leigh Jacobs, these characterful works blend lyrical beauty with technical variety, making them excellent repertoire for intermediate violists.

Key Features:

• Music by Frank Bridge

• Published by The Frank Bridge Trust and Thames Publishing

• Arranged for viola and piano by Veronica Leigh Jacobs

• Includes Gondoliera, Meditation, Norse Legend, Souvenir, and Spring Song

• Suitable for intermediate violists

• Develops tone, articulation, phrasing, and bow control

• Ideal for lessons, examinations, recitals, and festivals

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

Romances, Op. 40 & Op. 50 by Ludwig van Beethoven, published by Edition Peters, presents two of Beethoven's most graceful and expressive works for viola. These lyrical masterpieces are ideal for developing musical expression while building the technical skills required for Classical performance.

Key Features:

• Music by Ludwig van Beethoven

• Published by Edition Peters

• Includes Romance No. 1, Op. 40 and Romance No. 2, Op. 50

• Arranged for viola

• Suitable for intermediate and advanced violists

• Develops tone, phrasing, vibrato, and bow control

• Ideal for lessons, examinations, recitals, and auditions

• Encourages expressive Classical interpretation

• Timeless lyrical repertoire

• Essential addition to every violist's library

Duets for Two Violas – Volume 2 by Béla Bartók, published by Universal Edition, is a collection of engaging chamber works inspired by Eastern European folk traditions. These beautifully crafted duets provide violists with an excellent opportunity to develop ensemble skills, rhythmic precision, and expressive musicianship.

Key Features:

• Published by Universal Edition

• Music by Béla Bartók

• Volume 2 of the Duets for Two Violas series

• For two violas

• Inspired by Eastern European folk music

• Suitable for intermediate and advanced violists

• Develops ensemble playing, rhythm, articulation, and intonation

• Ideal for lessons, chamber music, recitals, and examinations

• Encourages stylistic and expressive performance

• Excellent addition to the viola chamber music repertoire

Mendelssohn, Song without Words for Cello (or viola) and Piano (Schott)

Concerto in A Major for Cello by Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach is one of the finest concertos of the early Classical period. Published by Kunzelmann, this elegant work combines expressive melodies with rewarding technical challenges, making it an outstanding choice for advancing cellists.

Key Features:

• Composed by C.P.E. Bach

• Published by Kunzelmann

• Classic early Classical cello concerto

• Suitable for intermediate and advanced players

• Develops tone, shifting, vibrato, and bow control

• Encourages expressive musical interpretation

• Ideal for lessons, examinations, recitals, and auditions

• Excellent preparation for advanced Classical repertoire

• Valuable educational and performance work

• Essential addition to every cellist's library