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Twelve Diversions for Viola – Book 2 by Anderson, arranged for viola and published by Bosworth & Co., is a delightful collection of twelve character pieces that help developing violists build technique and musical expression through enjoyable, progressive repertoire.

Key Features:

• Published by Bosworth & Co.

• Twelve pieces arranged for viola

• Book 2 of the Twelve Diversions series

• Suitable for developing and intermediate players

• Develops tone, intonation, and bow control

• Encourages expressive phrasing

• Ideal for lessons, examinations, recitals, and auditions

• Excellent supplementary teaching repertoire

• Builds technical confidence

• Valuable addition to any viola music library

Lionel Tertis: The Early Years – Book 2 is a distinctive collection of favourites arranged and composed by Lionel Tertis for his recitals and recordings. Edited by John White, it features works by Fauré, Haydn, Mendelssohn, Ireland, Wolstenholme, and Tertis himself for viola and piano.

Key Features:

• For viola and piano

• Edited by John White

• Published by Comus Edition

• Includes arrangements and original works associated with Lionel Tertis

• Varied advanced recital repertoire

• Ideal for serious viola study and performance

Lionel Tertis: The Early Years – Book 1 is a collection of recital favourites associated with the legendary violist Lionel Tertis. Published by Comus Edition for viola and piano, it offers distinctive repertoire that reflects Tertis’s expressive playing style and contribution to the viola.

Key Features:

• For viola and piano

• Published by Comus Edition

• Repertoire arranged and composed by Lionel Tertis

• Drawn from his recital and recording repertoire

• Ideal for advanced study and performance

Music for Viola I – From Bach to Stamitz is an Editio Musica Budapest collection of Baroque and Classical works for viola and piano, compiled and edited by Gusztáv Szeredi-Saupe. Featuring Bach, Handel, Telemann, Vanhal, Stamitz and others, it provides varied repertoire for developing technique, expression, and historical style.

Key Features:

• For viola and piano

• Edited by Gusztáv Szeredi-Saupe

• Published by Editio Musica Budapest

• Features works from Bach to Stamitz.

• Develops technique and stylistic awareness

• Ideal for lessons, examinations, and recitals

The Boosey & Hawkes Viola Anthology features 13 pieces by 11 composers for viola solo or viola and piano. With music by Bartók, Britten, Copland, Delius, Rachmaninoff, Shostakovich and others, it offers a diverse selection of intermediate-to-advanced repertoire for study and performance.

Key Features:

• 13 pieces by 11 composers

• For viola solo and viola with piano

• Published by Boosey & Hawkes

• Intermediate to advanced level

• Varied 20th- and 21st-century repertoire

• Ideal for study, auditions, and recitals

Concert Pieces for Viola and Piano, edited by Kurt Sassmannshaus and published by Bärenreiter, is a superb Level 3 anthology featuring a carefully selected collection of recital favourites for viola and piano. With works by renowned composers including Fauré, Dvořák, Grieg, Wieniawski, and Kalliwoda, it is an excellent resource for lessons, examinations, recitals, and developing musicianship.

Key Features:

• Edited by Kurt Sassmannshaus for viola and piano

• Level 3 anthology with viola part and piano reduction

• Features works by leading Classical and Romantic composers

• Ideal for lessons, examinations, recitals, and conservatory preparation

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

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