Fiddling for Classical Stiffs – Viola Version by Edward M. Caner introduces classically trained violists to the lively world of traditional fiddling. Published by Latham Music, it features familiar fiddle tunes while developing rhythm, articulation, bowing, and stylistic confidence.
Key Features:
• Traditional fiddle repertoire for viola
• By Edward M. Caner
• Published by Latham Music
• Intermediate level
• Develops rhythm, bowing, and fiddle style
• Ideal for classical violists exploring folk music
A fiery Baroque work by Pietro Antonio Locatelli, the Sonata in G minor, Op. 6 No. 12 blends expressive depth with virtuosic brilliance. This IMC viola and piano edition is ideal for advanced performance.
Key Features:
• Italian Baroque repertoire
• Ornamented and technically engaging
• Warm viola adaptation
• Ideal for recital use
• IMC edition
Pièces de Concours – Volume 1 is a distinctive collection of six historic Paris Conservatoire competition pieces for viola and piano, edited by Jutta Puchhammer-Sédillot. Published by Schott, these rarely heard Romantic works combine lyrical and virtuosic challenges, with modern fingerings and bowings added for today’s violists.
Key Features:
• Six works for viola and piano
• From the Paris Conservatoire repertoire
• Edited by Jutta Puchhammer-Sédillot
• Published by Schott Music
• Intermediate to advanced level
• Ideal for advanced study, auditions, and recitals
Improve Your Sight-Reading! Viola Grades 1–5 by Paul Harris is a progressive Faber Music workbook designed to build confident and accurate sight-reading. Through rhythmic and melodic exercises, prepared examples, and graded sight-reading tests, students gradually develop the skills needed to successfully approach unfamiliar music.
Key Features:
• For viola Grades 1–5
• Written by Paul Harris
• Published by Faber Music
• Progressive sight-reading exercises
• Develops rhythm, reading accuracy, and confidence
• Excellent for lessons and examination preparation
Movie Instrumental Solos for Viola from Alfred Music features exciting themes from popular films including Star Wars, Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings and more. Designed for Level 2–3 players, it provides engaging repertoire for solo practice or ensemble performance.
Key Features:
• Popular movie themes arranged for viola
• Approximately Level 2–3
• Published by Alfred Music
• Compatible with violin and cello editions
• Recorded accompaniment included
• Ideal for lessons, practice, and performance
Hummel’s Fantaisie for Viola, arranged by Fernand Oubradous, is a compact and expressive concert work based on Hummel’s Potpourri, Op. 94. Published by Editions Musicales Transatlantiques for viola and piano, it combines lyrical writing with brilliant solo passages and makes rewarding recital repertoire.
Key Features:
• For viola and piano
• Arranged by Fernand Oubradous
• Published by Editions Musicales Transatlantiques
• Based on Hummel’s Potpourri, Op. 94
• Lyrical and virtuosic in character
• Ideal for advanced violists and recital performance
Music for Viola III, compiled and edited by Gusztáv Szeredi-Saupe, is a varied EMB collection of 13 works for viola and piano. Featuring music from Frescobaldi and Handel to Dvořák, Saint-Saëns, Rimsky-Korsakov, and Fauré, it offers rewarding repertoire for developing technique, expression, and stylistic versatility.
Key Features:
• 13 works for viola and piano
• Edited by Gusztáv Szeredi-Saupe
• Published by EMB
• Wide variety of composers and musical styles
• Develops technique and musical expression
• Ideal for lessons, examinations, and recitals
Vinci’s "Sonata in D for Viola" (IMC) is a lyrical, elegant favourite—adapted from the cello classic and ideal for recitals or study.
Key Features:
• Classical sonata for viola and piano
• IMC edition, clear notation
• Accessible for intermediate and advanced players
